Kitchen countertops come in a variety of finishes, including matte and glossy. In this blog, we will focus mainly on glossy kitchen countertops and how to maintain and protect them with Akemi's products.


Your kitchen countertop is one of the most used and visible parts of your kitchen. It is where you prepare, cut, serve and sometimes eat your food.  


So it is important to keep it properly clean and shiny. But how do you do that? And which products are best to use? In this blog we give you some tips and tricks to clean and shine your kitchen worktop using Akemi's professional products.


The importance of a clean and shiny kitchen worktop 


A clean and shiny kitchen worktop is not only beautiful to look at, but also hygienic and safe. A dirty or dull kitchen worktop can be a source of bacteria, mold, viruses or other pathogens that can harm your health. 


In addition, a dirty or dull kitchen countertop can affect its quality and longevity. Just think of stains, scratches, discoloration or damage that can mar or diminish the worktop. 


A clean and shiny kitchen countertop, on the other hand, provides:

  • a fresh, pleasant appearance;
  • optimal protection and care;
  • increased cooking comfort.


The right products for a clean and shiny kitchen worktop 


To clean your kitchen worktop, you need the right products. But not every product is suitable for every worktop or situation. There are several factors you need to consider to choose the right products, such as:


The material of your kitchen worktop

Not every worktop is made of the same material. Some countertops are made of natural stone, such as marble, granite or composite. Other countertops are made of plastic, such as laminate or corian. And still other worktops are made of wood, metal, concrete or glass. 


Each material has its own properties and requirements. So you should choose a product adapted to the specific material of your worktop.


Do you have a natural stone worktop? Then Akemi offers a range of products to help you clean your worktop. 


You can clean them gently with AKEMI Crystal Clean Spray. This product is a daily worktop cleaner in a convenient spray that cleans and degreases worktops. To protect your worktop, you can use a maintenance spray, AKEMI Triple Effect, which cleans, protects and shines. We will, of course, be happy to help you choose. 


The type of soiling on kitchen worktops 

Not every type of soiling is the same. Some soiling is greasy or oily, such as butter, oil or sauce. Other soiling is acidic or alkaline, such as lemon juice, vinegar or baking soda. And still other soiling is organic or inorganic, such as food scraps, coffee or ink. 


Each type of soiling has its own effect on the worktop. So you need to choose a product suitable for removing the specific type of soiling.


The desired effect

Not every effect is the same. Some effects are cleansing or degreasing, such as removing dirt or stains. Other effects are protective or impregnating, such as preventing new dirt or stain buildup. And still other effects are beautifying or gloss-enhancing, such as accentuating color or texture. 


Each effect has its own benefit for the worktop. So you must choose a product that will provide the desired effect.


As you can see, choosing the right products for your kitchen countertop is no easy task. 


Fortunately, you can turn to Akemi for professional advice and a wide range of high-quality products for natural stone kitchen countertops. 


How do you use Akemi's products for a clean and shiny kitchen worktop? 


To use Akemi's products for a clean and shiny kitchen worktop, follow these steps:


Step 1: Read the instructions on the package and shake the product well before use.

Step 2: First test the product on an inconspicuous area to make sure it does not cause discoloration or damage. If the test is positive, you can apply the product to the work surface.

Step 3: Allow the product to soak in until the desired effect is achieved. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry the worktop with a soft cloth.


Want to know more about how to clean, impregnate, seal, polish or maintain your kitchen worktop? Then contact us at info@akemi.be or call us at +32 (0)3 354 35 60. We will be happy to help you with our expertise and experience. 


Akemi, the partner for all your natural stone projects!