Caring & Maintenance of YDL Stone

YDL Stone provides a 10-year limited warranty for original purchasers of our Crystalline Silica-Free Surface (Mineral) and Porcelain products, for interior residential or commercial use.

Please note: Natural Stone products do not come with a warranty

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YDL Stone Silica-Free Surface (Mineral)

YDL Stone offers high performance with minimal maintenance. Here’s how to care for it:

Daily Cleaning

  • Routine Cleaning: Use warm, soapy water with a pH-neutral detergent and a damp cloth. Rinse and dry.
  • Tough Stains: Use YDL Stone Cleaner or a specialized product like Stonefoam (available here) or The Pink Stuff paste version (available at Chemist Warehouse or Bunnings Warehouse).
  • Avoid bleach, abrasives, or prolonged rubbing.

Food Preparation

  • Always use a chopping board. Avoid cutting directly on the surface.
  • Use trivets for hot items to prevent thermal shock.

Durability & Precautions

  • Avoid strong chemicals (e.g., bleach, oven cleaners). Rinse immediately if contact occurs.
  • Do not place excessive weight on the surface.

Interior Use Only

  • YDL Stone is for indoor use only. Prolonged sunlight may cause discoloration.

YDL Porcelain

YDL Porcelain is low-maintenance and versatile for indoor and outdoor use.

Daily Cleaning

  • Routine Cleaning: Use warm, soapy water with a pH-neutral detergent. Rinse and dry.
  • Stubborn Stains: Use Stonefoam or similar products.
  • Avoid bleach, abrasives, or prolonged rubbing.

Food Preparation

  • Use chopping boards and trivets for hot items.

Durability & Precautions

  • Avoid strong chemicals and excessive weight.
  • Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Heat Resistance

  • Use trivets for hot items to prevent damage.

YDL Natural Stone – General Care Guidelines

Daily Cleaning

  • Wipe with a soft cloth, sponge, or microfiber using warm water and a pH-neutral cleaner or mild dish soap.

  • Rinse thoroughly and dry to prevent streaks or water marks.

What to Avoid

  • Abrasive powders, creams, or scouring pads

  • Acidic or alkaline cleaners (vinegar, lemon, bleach, ammonia)

  • Harsh chemicals or solvent-based products

  • Leaving spills unattended

Spill Management

  • Clean spills immediately to reduce staining risk

  • Blot rather than wipe to avoid spreading

  • Take extra care with oils, wine, coffee, citrus, and coloured liquids

Stone Care Essentials (Recommended)

  • Always use coasters under glasses, especially wine, spirits, citrus, and soft drinks

  • Use chopping boards for food prep

  • Place heat mats or trivets under hot cookware

  • Avoid heavy impacts or dropping objects on stone surfaces

  • Do not sit, stand, or climb on benchtops

Natural stone is porous and benefits from sealing; benchtops usually need sealing more often than walls, and water droplets can be used to check the seal. Consult your stonemason or stone care professional for suitable sealing products and schedules for your stone.

For more information, please refer to the “Download – Natural Stone Care & Maintenance Guide 2026”.