Protecting the look of marble counters and floors is very important to preserve the beauty that a house beholds. Marble counters are getting popular in residential as well as commercial settings in today. Hence, people looking for marble cleaning and care services are also on a hike.
Please read this blog post till the end to find out what steps you can take to remove stains from the marble table. Also, you can always get in touch with Sydney tile and Stone care if you need marble polishing services in Sydney.
REMOVING OIL-BASED STAINS FROM COUNTERS
Oily products can easily penetrate marble’s porous surface and even darken its surface. Since oil seeps into the marble’s surface, you need a cleaning method that draws out the oil from the natural stone.
Cleaning method: The first line of defence is to clean the surface with a soft liquid cleanser that’s mixed with a few drops of ammonia or acetone.
For stubborn stains: If the first previous step was unsuccessful, apply a poultice over the stain and allow it to soak for 1-2 days before rinsing with warm water. Dry the marble’s surface and repeat until the stain is removed.
REMOVING RUST STAINS FROM COUNTERS
The following can potentially cause rust buildup on marble surfaces:
- Screws & nails
- Cans
- Flower pots
- Other metal objects
- Bronze/copper/brass items that have been embedded into the surface
Rust stains are the most difficult to get out of marble surfaces, which is why It’s important to catch rust stains early on. If you spot a rust stain, remove it with a soft wire brush. Soft wire brushes can get into the nooks and crannies without damaging the polish.
If the metal stain has been sitting too long and seeped into the marble, it can still be removed with the use of a poultice and rust remover that doesn’t contain acid. To restore the marble’s smooth surface or if none of these methods has worked, contact a professional marble cleaner.
REMOVING RUST STAINS FROM MARBLE COUNTER
The following can potentially cause rust buildup on marble surfaces:
- Screws & nails
- Cans
- Flower pots
- Other metal objects
- Bronze/copper/brass items that have been embedded into the surface
Rust stains are the most difficult to get out of marble surfaces, which is why it’s important to catch rust stains early on. If you spot a rust stain, remove it with a soft wire brush. Soft wire brushes can get into the nooks and crannies without damaging the polish.
If the metal stain has been sitting too long and seeped into the marble, it can still be removed with the use of a poultice and rust remover that doesn’t contain acid. To restore the marble’s smooth surface or if none of these methods has worked, contact a professional marble cleaner.
REMOVING ETCH MARKS FROM MARBLE COUNTER
Etch marks are signs of damage to the marble caused by a buildup of acidic substances that have come into contact with the marble. This is often caused by acidic foods or drinks like coffee, wine, or juices being spilled on the floor or from using highly acidic chemical cleaners on your marble.
Etch marks appear lighter in colour than the original stone and this is how you can differentiate between them and stains. Water stains are considered etches instead of stains because the water degrades the finish and surface of the stone.
Etch marks are qualitatively different from stains because etches have caused corrosion in the marble and have removed a surface layer of the marble. Acidic spills like juices often cause etching and staining simultaneously.
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