Of all the decisions i made when building my kitchen last year the one that has generated the most questions is my choice of marble countertops.
Cleaning black marble countertops.
Use a natural light soap or marble cleaner for deeper cleaning.
I don t regret the choice one bit.
If dust or other debris has accumulated a bit on your countertop or floor dilute a gentle dish soap in a little warm water and use a soft cloth to clean your marble surfaces.
Daily cleaning you can quickly maintain your counter with about 60 seconds of cleaning every day use hot water and a sponge or rag to clean spills and wipe crumbs off your countertop as they happen.
Don t use vinegar windex or bleach on marble.
You should have a regular schedule to maintain your counters shine and cleanliness for years to come.
The job is fairly simple to perform.
The time and cost involved are really inconsequential when compared to how fabulous marble countertops and floors look in your home not.
Seal your marble when needed you may have read about applying a marble granite sealer and all the hassle it is but i assure you it s not such a big deal once you know what you are doing.
Marble cleaning do s do.
For bathtub tile and countertop backsplashes spray the surface with solution then wipe with a clean dry cloth.
Black granite countertops cleaning schedule.
I have found marble easy to maintain and easy to clean.
Keeping marble countertops and tile clean is actually simpler than you d think but as with maintaining any surface and most things in life you need to know what you re dealing with.
You don t need specialty cleaners for marble.
Just be sure to avoid products containing acid including lemon juice and vinegar.
A single use of these acidic substances will eat into a marble countertop s surface and dull the stone.
Follow with a dry cloth to dry the floors and avoid streaking or water spots.
To clean black marble floors dip a mop into your choice of cleaning solution wring out the excess water then clean the floor as you normally would.
Don t use abrasive cleaner or pads either because marble can be scratched.