How do you remove stains from an arborite countertop?

Question

If there's anyone that knows how to remove stains and ink from arborite, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
p.s. the less chemicals the better!

Answer 1

Arborite is a high pressure laminate, not marble or granite, so you would not use the same methods to clean arborite as you would those materials.

For stubborn stains, use an all-purpose cleaner, with a damp cloth; then rinse
thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry.
For really tough stains, create a paste composed of baking soda and water. Using a
soft brush, scrub gently in a circular motion – 10 to 20 strokes should remove
most stains (keeping in mind that excessive scrubbing can dull or damage the
finish); then rinse thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry.
If all else fails, persistent stains may require the use of undiluted regular bleach or
nail polish remover. Apply to the stain and let stand NO LONGER THAN TWO MINUTES (VERY IMPORTANT);
then rinse thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry. This step may be repeated if
the stain appears to be fading and the color of the laminate remains unaffected
(KEEP IN MIND THAT PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ANY KIND OF BLEACH WILL CAUSE DISCOLORATION) in other words do not let stand ANY LONGER THAN TWO MINUTES, NOT, I REPEAT, NOT OVERNIGHT!

Avoid harsh chemical cleaners
Many commercial products contain substances that may damage or discolor the
surface of laminates. The following should never come in direct contact with your
surfaces; if they do, wipe off immediately and rinse the surface thoroughly:
- Toilet bowl cleaners
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Oven cleaners
- Drain cleaners
- Coffee pot cleaners
- Rust removers

Hope this can help ya out!

Answer 2

To remove stains from marble, make a paste of baking soda and bleach and cover the stain with the paste. Cover the paste with a damp cloth, leave overnight, then wet down and scrape off residue. Rinse thoroughly. You could also try a paste made from 20% hydrogen peroxide and powdered whitening from the paint store, using the same method. A commercial marble cleaner is another alternative. You may want to seal the marble to make future cleanings easier either with a commercial sealant or a coat of high quality automotive polish.