How to Clean Man Made Marble
Cleaning marble is not always an easy task because of a variety of differences, depending on where it came from. With man-made marble (also called "cultured marble"), even more variables come into play. Man-made marble is treated with different chemicals and made in different ways, making cleaning them difficult. If you are unsure of how to clean your marble, it is best to go the safe route and treat it as delicately as possible. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Mix a mild detergent and water in a bucket. Even though most man-made marble is made to be more resistant to staining than natural marble, it is still best to avoid chemicals that are acidic.
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Soak a soft sponge in the water/detergent mixture.
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Ring the sponge out so that it is still wet, but not dripping.
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Gently scrub the surface with the sponge. For a large surface, scrub small sections at a time. After scrubbing, go over the surface with a damp rag to rinse the detergent. If any water starts pooling on the surface, dry immediately.
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Dry the entire surface with a clean towel. Make sure to get it as dry as possible.
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Tips & Warnings
Even if your cultured marble is stain and chemical resistant, it can still be damaged by acidic substances over time. Using a mild detergent and careful cleaning will lengthen the surface's lifespan.
