How to Shine a Marble Floor

Over the years, your marble floor can begin to lose some of its original luster. This is a natural process that happens due to buildup of dust and cleaning chemicals. To safely restore the shine to your marble floor, it is important to begin with a clean marble floor and to use a safe, commercial marble polish.

Things You'll Need

• Dust mop
• Sponge mop
• Clean cloth
• Marble polish
• Floor buffer

Instructions

1. Dust mop your marble floor. Do not use a broom, as this may scratch the surface.

2. Dip a new, clean sponge mop in warm water, and wring out as much water as possible. Lightly damp mop the marble floor.

3. Dry the floor with a clean cloth.

4. Apply marble polish according to the directions printed on the label. This is very important, because instructions for use vary depending on the brand and the product. Misusing the product can dull or damage your marble floor.

5. Buff the floor with a floor buffer until the shine is restored.

Tips & Warnings

• To clean stains, dip a clean cloth or sponge mop in a mixture of 3 tsp. baking soda and 1 qt. warm water.

• Never use any acidic or alkali cleaners on your floor, such as vinegar. They will destroy your marble floor.

References

• Mrs. Clean: Tips On Cleaning and Polishing Your Marble Floors
• OnlineTips.org: DIY Cleaning of Marble Flooring

Resources

• Cleaning Frenzy Blog: Managing Marble Floors and Countertops