Don t use soap as it is fat based and can cause the stone to darken.
Maintaining marble kitchen sinks.
Use coasters and cutting boards.
We provide not only stone care but also restoration and protection.
Don t let them sit on the stone.
Treat marble as you would a fine wood finish says charlotte barnard creative director at nemo tile company.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Clean the marble with warm water and detergent.
Bottles cans and glasses that contain acidic drinks may etch the polish or damage the surface.
For kitchen fixtures like sinks lowe s recommends using a silicone caulk.
Be sure to reseal when water fails to bead up when it splashes on the surface.
Seal the countertops regularly as recommended by the manufacturer.
Cover the surrounding granite and sink in painter s tape and apply a new layer of caulk to the joint.
Vinegar citrus and tomato will etch marble.
So make marble cleaning easy and avoid expensive marble polishing and restoration by treating your marble tops like fine wood furniture.
However there are some marble surfaces that do not need sealing so you must check to be sure you are not adding sealers that will just remain on the surface.
You can use a cleaner specifically meant for marble or store bought detergent.
Use quality trivets under hot pans to avoid scratches or possible scorching.