REI is a USA based cabinetry company that has concentrated on manufacturing stylish and durable cabinets for over 50 years. Today REI services a full line of cabinets in framed & frameless options. Our consultative design approach produces the best selections for your upcoming projects. Insist on KCMA & ANSI certified cabinets made in the USA. With cabinet factories in Texas & Georgia, we are a trusted team of professionals with one shared goal – manufacture & install the best cabinets & countertops for your multifamily project.
Reliable Global Supply Chain
Republic Elite combines global sourcing with American manufacturing. We operate from coast to coast across the Southern USA with ever expanding footprint and active projects in more than 20 states. Since 1977, we have been fostering partnerships with architects, designers, contractors & owner/developers nationwide.
Care & Maintenance
NATUAL STONE CARE & MAINTENANCE
What is Natural Stone?
“Natural Stone” refers to a number of products quarried from the earth, used over many thousands of years as building materials and decorative enhancements. These products include Granite, Marble, Quartzite. They are more than just rocks – natural stone is hand selected from the best, most consistent sources for durability and beauty. Natural stone products differ in composition, color, and texture even among pieces from the same source. This enigmatic nature of the product lends itself to one of a kind designs and distinctive, dramatic applications.
What are care and maintenance of the stone products are recommended?
Stone surfaces are very easy to maintain. Clean stone countertops with warm water and a mild PH neutral liquid soap. Never use acid cleansers or abrasive chemicals on stone. Natural stone should be sealed after installation and periodically thereafter,depending on its usage.
What is an impregnator sealer? How does it help stone?
Impregnator sealer consists of microscopic balls of silicone that attach themselves to crevices in side the stone. These balls become a permanent part of the stone, and act as a waterproof shield.
How often should a sealer be applied?
When applied for the first time, at least 2 to 3 coatings are recommended. Thereafter, depending upon the traffic and usage of the stone, the sealer coats should be applied periodically.
Using cleaning products on Natural stone
Always attempt a trial on an isolated area before using on the project to check for desired results and follow instructions recommended by the product manufacturer
CABINET CARE & MAINTENANCE
- Prevent direct contact with moisture and wipe dry immediately, should any occur. Should any occur, wipe dry immediately. Allowing moisture to accumulate on, or stay in contact with any wood surface will cause damage. Do not hang wet towels on doors or drawer fronts. Over time, doing so will damage the doors, drawers, and finish.
- To clean wood cabinets, wipe with a damp soft, lint free cloth and immediately dry with a dry soft, lint free cloth. Do not use abrasive, chemical, or ammonia cleaning solutions. Do not use scouring pads on any wood surface. Remove oil or grease deposits with a mild soap, following its directions for dilution.
- Maintain the area climate control, including humidity.
- Do not allow children to swing on doors or to use drawers as step ladders. Bent or twisted hinges and drawer guides usually cannot be repaired. Abuse of cabinet doors and drawers may result in damage to them as well as to the cabinet parts to which they are joined.
