4 Ways To Care For Marble Countertops
Whether you are renovating or remodeling your kitchen, having a marble countertop is a great way to add some pop to the layout of your kitchen. Marble is known for its classic and luxurious look that is very versatile no matter what kind of feel you are going with your kitchen. Whether you are going for a more modern look or a professional look for your kitchen, a marble countertop is a perfect addition to help with that goal. When it comes to marble, in order to have it last a while and look great for years to come there are some care and maintenance steps you need to take. Below are four ways to care for your marble countertops if you have any.
4 Things To Do To Care For Marble Countertops
Sealant
When it comes to marble, it is one of the more porous stones, so you have to protect the surface by keeping it well sealed. When you buy a marble countertop or any countertop at that, they do not come with a sealant on it so whether you have the installer do it or yourself, make sure you apply a sealant on it. When it comes to marble countertops nowadays they are either polished or honed so they can prevent scratches from happening but they could still be open to having stains on them. With a sealant, you won’t have to worry about either scratches or stains happening on your countertop.
Clean Daily
To keep your countertop looking pristine as well as just doing regular cleaning for your kitchen to not have a mess, wipe down your countertop daily using a nonabrasive cloth or sponge and mild soap and water. By doing this not only are you doing a general cleaning routine, but you are also ensuring the sealant remains effective. It is pivotal that you do not use an abrasive substance to clean your countertop as you will be stripping away the sealant and leaving the stone vulnerable to stains.
Remove Stains & Etching
If you are cleaning your countertop and there are areas that aren’t getting cleaned or are “etched” then you will need to do a more aggressive cleaning method. This is when using an abrasive material is ok to use as this will be the only way to get rid of the stain that is under the sealant of your countertop. Instead of using regular soap and water, try using a cleanser such as Ajax and using an abrasive sponge to remove the sealant and allow you to tackle the stain head-on. Once the stained areas are removed, reapply the sealant you had used prior and then you will have a fresh looking countertop.
Getting Rid Of Stubborn Stains
When all is said and done, there may be some stains that are just too stubborn to come off with the above cleaning methods. When this happens, you will need to call a stone refinisher. These technicians will do a professional cleaning using special grinders as well as fine-grit sandpaper. While you may thing sandpaper will harm the marble, it actually is a great way to get rid of nicks or chips on your countertop. When you are finished with the cleaning, always make sure to reapply sealant so your countertop is protected from here on out.
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