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You finally have your dream kitchen in your Boerne custom home and want to keep your countertops so that they always keep that “just moved in” clean look.  Cleaning methods for different types of counters are just as varied as the materials themselves, so knowing what to use can be tricky and often something most homebuyers get wrong.  Here is a list of popular countertop materials that you may have used in your Weston Dean home and what you need to do in order to get them clean and keep them that way.

Solid Surface Countertops:  These versatile and durable countertops are very low maintenance.  Stains can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild mix of soap and water for stubborn stains.

Quartz Countertops:  Quartz countertops are also easy to clean with a damp cloth or paper towel, but stain should be wiped up as quickly as possible so that they don’t dry on the surface.  If it does stain, a non-abrasive cleaning pad and glass cleaner can be used.

Granite Countertops:  If this is the countertop you chose for your Weston Dean home, avoid cleaning chemicals at all costs.  Water and a mild application of dishwashing detergent will lift stains from natural stone surface and restore the look.  With natural stone, you may experience dirt collecting in the crevasses.  When this happens, you can clean them with a soft bristled brush or a clean toothbrush and the same solution of water and dish soap.

Laminate Countertops:  Use a soft sponge or a rag.  Rough cleaning tools, like steel wool or a scraper might leave permanent scratches across the surface.  For stains, mix baking soda and water into a paste and apply it to the stain.  Let it sit and them wipe it up and rinse with water.

Glass Countertops:  Glass countertops can be kept looking their best by using glass cleaners on a regular basis to keep dirt and grime for compiling.  For spills and stains, a paper towel dipped in soap and water will often fix the problem if this is the countertop you chose for your Weston Dean home.

Stainless Steel:  Use stainless steel cleaners that are designed to remove things like smudges.  Soap and water can be used, but water can damage the metal if left on it too long so it may be better to use a specially formulated stainless steel cleaner.

These tips on how to clean countertops will make sure you get the most out of your choice for your new Weston Dean home!

Weston Dean Homes is a San Antonio area custom home builder.  For more information call (210) 408-9107.

If you are looking to build your dream home, you may be searching the internet or browsing Pinterest and Houzz for home inspiration. Lucky for you, Weston Dean Custom Homes, a premier Boerne custom home builder, has a portfolio of amazing custom homes they have built in the past and can help bring any of those plans or a combination of plans together to create and build your dream home!

One of the most popular plans in the Weston Dean portfolio, is The Anna plan. This stunning home has the appearance of a castle as you approach the entrance of the home.

If you are looking for a spacious home that your family can grow in or can host wonderful get togethers and parties without feeling cramped, this is the home plan for you. The Anna boasts a spacious 5,111 square feet, with 4 bedrooms and 5 and a half bathrooms.

As you enter the home, The Anna provides a two-story turret that leads you to a two-story living room. The spacious ceilings provide a level of elegance that is truly stunning to guests as they walk through the door.

You will be the envy of the neighborhood and all of your friends and family will want you to host get togethers at your home, when they see the covered patio off of the living room that leads to a pool area. Just imagine the pool parties and memories you will make as soon as your dream home is made a reality!

The master suite is another favorite element among buyers in The Anna plan. Located off the foyer on the main level, the master suite includes a sitting area that also includes access to the covered patio. Imagine waking up in the morning and being able to walk out onto your covered patio with your coffee to enjoy the view or read a good book before starting the day.

The master suite bathroom is equally as impressive as the rest of the home, boasting a long vanity, separate whirlpool tub, as well as a walk-in shower. To top an already amazing bathroom off, there is a sauna room next to the toilet room that would make for an amazing addition to a post-workout routine or just to use to unwind after a long day at work.

The master suite closet is complete with his and hers sides, for plenty of room and designated storage space to keep everything organized.

Whether you are a chef in the kitchen or just enjoy it as a place to gather and entertain with family and friends, the kitchen space in this plan is stocked with all the amenities you could ever want in a kitchen space! You can also enjoy breakfast as a family in the breakfast room that overlooks the pool area through gorgeous kitchen windows.

Imagine hosting wonderful holiday meals in your formal dining room and watching your favorite holiday movie classics in the sunken media room located just to the right.

The upstairs of The Anna plan boasts 3 spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, with a game room as well that leads out onto a covered balcony.

The Anna plan could just be the perfect plan or starting point to the dream home you have been hoping and planning for! Contact Weston Dean Custom Homes today to learn more about how they can make your dream home a reality.

Weston Dean Homes is a San Antonio area custom home builder.  For more information call (210) 408-9107.