How to clean marble products

Video: How To Clean and Maintain Marble Countertops

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Part 2 of 3: Removing stains
Part 3 of 3: Removing scratches
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1 Protect your marble from scratches. Do not place objects with sharp edges directly on the marble surface. If you have marble floors, use felt pads for chair and table legs. Use coasters and rugs on marble countertops to protect the surface from damage from crockery or kitchen utensils.

2 Clean your marble regularly. Marble surfaces stain very quickly, especially if spilled liquid is left for a period of time. Wipe up orange juice, wine, and coffee as soon as you spill them.

Other foods containing strong colorants such as cumin, curry powder, ground coffee, and herbs should also be removed as soon as you spill them.

3 Wipe the marble surface with a damp cloth. Use a soft cloth dampened in warm water to dust off marble countertops and floors. Do not rub hard as this may scratch the marble surface. Sweep the cloth over the surface, making circular motions in the most dirty areas that need additional cleaning.

4 Wipe the marble surface dry. Do not leave puddles on marble countertops or floors, as the liquid can stain. Use a dry soft cloth to dry the surface after washing with water.

5 Use natural soap or a special marble cleaner for deeper cleaning. If there is dust or other dirt on the countertop or floor, dilute a mild dish soap with a little warm water and use this solution to clean marble surfaces by dampening a soft cloth.

Never use vinegar to clean the marble surface. Vinegar is a good natural cleaner on many surfaces, but not on marble surfaces, as vinegar is acidic and can corrode marble surfaces.
For light colored marble, hydrogen peroxide is a good natural cleaning agent.

6 Polish the marble with suede. Suede fabric is made of soft fibers and can be used to wipe dry marble and polish it at the same time. This is the softest way to polish the marble surface.

Store-bought marble polishes also work well. If you choose to use these polishes, make sure they are intended for use on marble and not on granite or other type of stone. Marble has special properties that can be damaged by certain chemicals.

Part 2 of 3: Removing stains

1 Moisten the stained marble surface with water.
2 Apply a compress. Mix the baking soda and water to a thick paste. Apply this paste to the stain on the marble. Cover with plastic wrap and leave alone overnight.
- You can also compress flour and a non-abrasive dish soap using the same method.
3 Remove the compress. Remove the plastic wrap, wipe off any traces of the compress using a damp cloth. If the surface is still dirty, repeat the process.
4 Use hydrogen peroxide. Pour some hydrogen peroxide over the stained area. Cover the area with plastic wrap and let the hydrogen peroxide run for twenty-four hours. Then remove the polyethylene, wipe off the hydrogen peroxide with a damp cloth. If necessary, repeat the procedure.
- Be careful with this method, if your marble is dark in color, hydrogen peroxide can discolor it.
5 Use cornstarch to combat greasy stains. Sprinkle some cornstarch over the stain and let the cornstarch sit for twenty minutes to absorb the grease. Wipe off the cornstarch with a damp cloth.

Part 3 of 3: Removing scratches

1 Start by cleaning. Wipe the scratch gently using a soft cloth dampened in warm water. Small scratches are completely removed with this method. This is the most gentle way to "heal" scratches.
- Add a mild dish soap to warm water for an easier glide. Wipe off the soapy water and dry the marble surface at the end of the work.
2 Use fine sandpaper. For deeper scratches, try rubbing the scratch with fine sandpaper. Do not use coarse sandpaper as it will cause additional scratches on the marble.
3 If the previous methods have failed to remove scratches, consult a professional. They have industrial equipment designed to remove scratches from marble without damaging it.

Tips

Before using any type of marble cleaner, check in an inconspicuous place to ensure that the substance will not damage the marble surface.
Seal your marble floors and countertops with a special sealant to protect them from stains and scratches. This is quite expensive and should be done by a professional, but it will help you keep your marble clean for a long period of time.