How to Care for and Clean Marble Countertops or Floors

There is no floor or countertop more beautiful than Marble. It is so stately and elegant. It is a gorgeous addition to an entry way, a kitchen, a bathroom or anywhere in a home.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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   For regular daily cleaning of Marble Countertops or Floors use a mild dishwashing detergent, warm water and a sponge or soft rag. Be sure to dry completely.

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   To bring a shine to your Marble buy a polish specifically made for marble. The polish is available at hardware stores and home improvement stores. Car wax will also work, but NEVER use on white marble because it can turn it yellow.

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   To deeply clean and restore your Marble Countertop or Marble Floor, make a paste from white flour and hydrogen peroxide. Be sure to apply the paste very thickly (about 1 inch). Use either a plastic or wooden spatula to apply the paste to the marble countertops or marble floor. Be sure to cover the entire marble surface to avoid uneven coloring. Place a large sheet of plastic over the entire area and secure with tape. Large plastic garbage bags or a plastic tarp works well. Let it sit for 2 days. Remove tape and plastic, use a spray bottle to wet down the flour mixture, use a plastic or wooden spatula to remove the mixture. Use a wet rag to rest the residue. Dry thoroughly with a soft clean cloth.

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   To remove grease or oil stains from marble, in a glass jar make a paste of 5 ounces cereal flour, 7 ounces hydrochloric acid, 2 ounces chloride of lime and 1 teaspoon of turpentine. Put the paste on the stain and let it sit overnight. In the morning remove the paste with a soft cloth, wipe with a damp rag, dry thoroughly. Apply marble polish. This is a toxic mixture, wear gloves, eye protection, work in a well ventilated area and wear a mask. Keep away from children and pets.

Tips & Warnings

• The best care for Marble Countertops and Marble Floors is to have them professionally sealed.

[goodselfme]

on 8/20/2009 Tx for the tips on good care for marble floors and countertops.

[jenng]

on 8/20/2009 Great article on How to Care for and Clean Marble Countertops or Floors 5*

[lezsays]

on 8/19/2009 Excellent tips to clean marble counter tops.

[bellerose]

on 8/19/2009 Thanks so much for this! I have a small piece of marble floor that is white and is going to need cleaning before long, so great timing! 5*

[sonni57]

on 8/18/2009 Great advice on cleaning marble countertops and floors.