

The other 37% is a special polyester resin. Bauxite is the primary source of aluminium metal, and about 85% of bauxite mined is processed via the Bayer Process to make alumina trihydrate. It is in the plastic coating on the wiring in your home (in a much smaller percentage). It is in roofing materials and the plastics inside automobiles to slow flame spread and as a smoke retardant. The main ingredient, 63% in our product is Alumina Trihydrate.Īlumina trihydrate is a by product of the natural mineral Bauxite. Corian uses acrylic resin, others use various blends of polyesters and acrylics. We believe our resin serves this purpose well. We appreciate all feedback and we are happy to answer any other questions you may have for us!Īll manufacturers try to get properties which make products work best for their applications. Use a surface protectant to make cleaning even easier. Once again, any non abrasive cleaner will work on our Onyx products and on the 100% silicone that we send. It may take a couple of these treatments when hard water buildup is thick. After about 30 minutes, use your scrub brush to break down and remove any excess build-up. For extreme situations with stubborn mineral or soap buildup, try soaking a paper towel or two in straight white vinegar and then laying it on the affected area. Use straight white vinegar with a sponge or a nylon/plastic bristle scrub brush. White vinegar often works the best when faced with hard water/soap film deposits. The simplest option is white vinegar – a natural cleaner that works well.

Once again, please avoid any abrasive household cleaners like the traditional Soft Scrub, Comet, The Magic Eraser, or similar cleaners with a “gritty texture”. Frequently used cleaners include White Vinegar, Eliminate Shower Tub & Tile Cleaner, CLR Kitchen & Bath, Kaboom, Scrubbing bubbles, Clorox (cleaners or wipes), Lysol, Clean Shower-Daily Shower Cleaner.
