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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
You have made an excellent choice by
selecting PCS cabinetry. To ensure the beauty
and function of your new cabinets and
accessories, we are providing this guide to
help you care for them properly.
WOOD DOORS, PANELS AND MOLDINGS THERMOFOIL DOORS
Dust cabinets frequently with a soft, lint-free cloth. Dampen
the cloth slightly to remove dust. Clean up spills
immediately using a clean, damp cloth if necessary. Wipe
dry with another clean soft cloth. Cloth is better than paper
towels for this purpose. Do not let liquids stay on the surface
for a long period of time. Although the surface is water-
resistant, it is not waterproof. Thermofoil (RTF) doors can be wiped with a damp cloth. Tough stains
may be cleaned using a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap or
cleanser and fine soft scrub pads can be used without risk of damage.
Please see Heat & Humidity below. Thermofoil doors are subject to
damage from heat exceeding 160 degrees.
Wood doors can be cleaned with most general-purpose
household cleaners and polished with most furniture care
products that do not contain wax, petroleum solvents or
silicone. We suggest using a mild soap with a damp cloth
to remove any grease buildup from cabinets. Any product
used should be applied and then quickly and completely
removed with a damp cloth. Dry the cabinetry completely
after cleaning as excess moisture can be damaging to any
fine wood finish. In addition, do not drape wet or damp
cloths over the edge of doors. Clean cabinet windows carefully. Do not spray glass cleaner directly
onto glass. Some glass cleaners can damage wood finishes and the
protective finishes on many brass handles or other hardware. Instead,
spray a small amount of cleaner onto a lint-free cloth or paper towel,
then wipe the glass.
Don’t use detergents, oven cleaners, soap pads, steel wool
or any other type of abrasive pad or scrubber on your
cabinetry. These products will mar the wood finish. We also
suggest not using citrus oils, paste wax or polishes that
contain silicone because they leave a residue that is
sometimes difficult to remove and attracts dust. Finally, do
not use solvents such as ammonia, bleach, acetone,
lacquer thinner or cleaners such as Goof Off or WD40, all of
which may damage or dissolve some or all of the finish. For
repairing nicks and dings, we recommend purchasing a
touch-up kit from your kitchen and bath dealer.
GLASS DOORS
LAMINATE INTERIORS
You can clean all laminate exterior and interior surfaces of the door by
using a damp, soft cloth. Do not use excessive amounts of water; it will
seep into the seams of the cabinet. To further protect shelves, cabinet
bottoms or drawer bottoms from wear, use commonly available shelf
liner products. Sink base cabinets are the most common cabinet to
have water damage and can usually be protected with a plastic liner
or pan.
PREVENTING HEAT or HUMIDITY DAMAGE
Various cooking ovens, ranges, cook tops, cooking pots, toasters and
other small appliances produce a lot of heat or humidity. It is very
important to make sure these products are positioned so rising heat is
not trapped or confined in or near cabinetry, otherwise, you risk
damage to cabinets or moldings that is not covered under the
warranty. In addition, if higher temperature settings are used for
extended periods of time, the radiant heat may be excessive and the
doors and drawer fronts should be shielded or removed. This is
particularly important on Thermofoil doors, which cannot be exposed
to extended temperatures beyond 160 degrees without risking
permanent damage. Installation of a Heat Shield is recommended for
Thermofoil cabinets.
SUNLIGHT AND AGING
Over time, exposure to sunlight, smoke and chemicals may cause
some materials to fade or vary from their original color. Cabinets or
accessories added at a later date may not match cabinets previously
installed. For the same reason, door samples on displays may not
represent the exact color of cabinets received at the time of
shipment.