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How to Clean Hard Surfaces

How to clean hard surfaces with Dawn® Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray

Surfaces to avoid with Dawn® Powerwash:

  • Marble countertops, sink basins, and backsplashes

  • Wood, including unsealed, varnished, stained, or painted wood surfaces & furniture. Safe on wood cutting boards if rinsed.

  • Glass with UV coatings or other specialty treatments

  • Painted, varnished, or coated surfaces, including automobile paint

  • Precious metals, copper, or sterling silver

  • Leather

  • Upholstery or fabrics that won’t later be rinsed

  • Unfinished cast aluminum surfaces and fixtures (since aluminum can be sensitive to cleaning products, we recommend spraying and immediately rinsing on finished aluminum items)

  • Safe for use on Cast Iron, do note that as with other dish soaps, Dawn Powerwash can remove the seasoning on cast iron pans and griddles

Before you start:

  • Make sure you have sufficient ventilation in the area.

  • Do not mix Dawn® Powerwash with any other detergent or cleaning product.

  • Before cleaning any hard surface in your home, be sure to test on an inconspicuous spot first. Simply spray Dawn® Powerwash on a small area then rinse or wipe away with a damp cloth or sponge. If no reaction to your surface occurs, then you’re all set to clean the remainder of the surface!

What You’ll Need to Clean Your Hard Surfaces

How to Clean Your Hard Surfaces

Types of Hard Surfaces

What You’ll Need to Clean Your Hard Surfaces

Everything from countertops to your fridge can gather dirt, dust, grease, and spills over time. Luckily, everything you’ll need to clean your hard surfaces can already be found in your home:

Make sure you choose cleaning tools that are appropriate for use on the surface you intend to clean. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer for recommended care instructions.

How to Clean Your Hard Surfaces

1. Clear the area.

For easier cleaning, remove clutter and other items from your surfaces.

2. Spray 1-3 full sprays of Dawn® Powerwash Dish Spray.

Be mindful of how many sprays you apply as too much can lead to a lot of suds, which will require additional rinsing and wiping to remove leftover soap.

Spray Dawn® Directly onto Surface

3. Wipe and Rinse.

Using a cloth or sponge, wipe or scrub down the surface to remove any dirt and grease. Rinse your sponge or cloth under running water until all suds are gone.

  • For simple messes, just spray directly on the mess, wipe, and rinse

  • For tougher, burnt-on or baked-on messes, spray and wait a few minutes before wiping. Always test on a small area before use.

4. Wipe down with a damp cloth.

Wipe down your surface with a wet cloth or sponge making sure any remaining grease and grime is removed.

5. Dry the surface.

Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe down any remaining excess soap or water from your surface for a polished, finished look.

Types of Hard Surfaces

Dawn® Powerwash is powerful enough to clean multiple surfaces in your home, even beyond the kitchen sink.

Here are all the types of surfaces you can clean with Dawn® Powerwash:

  • Stainless steel appliances, pots, handles, and fixtures

  • Light and dark granite countertops and backsplashes

  • Quartz countertops and backsplashes

  • Corian solid surfaces including countertops, benchtops, and sinks

  • Enamel coated sinks and cookware

  • Ceramic and porcelain surfaces

  • Glass tabletops or coffee table surfaces


Surfaces to avoid with Dawn® Powerwash:

  • Marble countertops, sink basins, and backsplashes

  • Wood, including unsealed, varnished, stained, or painted wood surfaces & furniture. Safe on wood cutting boards if rinsed.

  • Glass with UV coatings or other specialty treatments

  • Painted, varnished, or coated surfaces, including automobile paint

  • Precious metals, copper, or sterling silver

  • Leather, upholstery, or fabrics that won’t later be rinsed

  • Unfinished cast aluminum surfaces and fixtures (since aluminum can be sensitive to cleaning products, we recommend spraying and immediately rinsing on finished aluminum items)

  • Safe for use on Cast Iron, do note that as with other dish soaps, Dawn Powerwash can remove the seasoning on cast iron pans and griddles

Sources:

https://www.oakgov.com/health/information/Pages/Cleaning-and-Disinfecting-Hard-Surfaces.aspx