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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 .
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WOOD DOORS , PANELS AND MOLDINGS
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 waterresistant , it is not waterproof .
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 .
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 .
THERMOFOIL DOORS
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 .
GLASS 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 .
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 .