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CareApr 22, 2026·4 min read

Caring for Your Surfaces

A two-minute routine that keeps laminate looking specified-day fresh for decades.

Laminate is among the most forgiving surfaces in any interior, but a little ritual keeps it pristine. The rule is gentle and frequent rather than harsh and occasional.

For daily cleaning, a soft damp cloth and a drop of pH-neutral soap is all you need. Avoid abrasive pads and scouring creams — they can dull a matte finish over time by polishing micro-scratches into the texture.

For stubborn marks, reach for a melamine sponge on gloss finishes, but test matte surfaces in a hidden spot first. Heat is the one true enemy: always use a trivet, never set a pan directly on the surface.

Done consistently, this routine means your Pretone surface looks exactly as it did the day it was installed — years later.

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Pretone Studio

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