How to Clean Countertops and Keep Them Looking Their Best

Some countertops are easygoing and low-maintenance (like quartz), but some require constant attention. You might regret not putting in the effort if you don't. Maybe not today. Maybe not tomorrow. But soon—and throughout the lifetime of your countertop. While I am joking, you need to take good care of your countertops, one of the major workhorses in your kitchen. Otherwise, your investment could be scratched, cracked, or stained. So it's critical to know what you should and shouldn't do with your specific counter. In this article, we explain how to clean countertops of different types and keep them looking great. If you're shopping, you should consider all of these tips, including cleaning and removing stains without damaging your counter, repairing cuts and scratches, and other useful advice. Butcher Block Wood countertops offer a warm and quiet kitchen (dishes don't clink against them), but they can require more maintenance depending on their finish. In our tests...