Plastic Laminate
Most kitchens have plastic laminate countertops.
They're practically seamless, giving cooks a smooth, waterproof work
surface that is easy to clean. Unfortunately, plastic laminate burns,
scratches, and stains fairly easily, so you'll have to be considerate
of your countertops to keep them looking good.
- Regular applications of appliance wax or light furniture wax will help laminate surfaces resist stains and scratching.
- Never use abrasive cleansers or steel wool on laminate countertops.
- For general cleaning, a two-sided scrubbing pad with fiber on one side and a sponge on the other works particularly well. Moistened slightly with water, the fiber side is just abrasive enough to loosen greasy smears and other soil.
