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Is there a particular way to clean marble?
I have a marble fireplace, and was wondering how to clean it without marking it. Shall I just dust it, or can I use any sprays or wipes..?
16 Answers
- ragingmkLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
You could use HG Marble Wash & Shine which you can get either online
( http://www.homecareessentials.co.uk/acatalog/copy_... )
or in your local tile shop.
If you cannot get hold of the HG product then LTP do similar products, details here..
Source(s): I am a Wall & Floor tiler and have worked with marble on many occasions. - Anonymous1 decade ago
Do not use any kind of cleaning sprays as if you look at the tiny writing on the back of the labels you'll find some kind of warning not to use on marble, aluminium etc, For everyday cleaning a damp cloth with a tiny squirt of dish washing liquid does no harm but for a really good clean use linseed oil for marble, we've got a few marble furnishings in our house.
- 1 decade ago
The best way to clean marble - whether it be a fireplace ot kitchen wokkrtop is to clean it with soapy water and a soft clean cloth.
As it is a hard stone this will have no effect on the surface finish, mine is still sparkling 10 years after installation
Source(s): Life - 1 decade ago
Restoration Hardware sells a great marble paste. It cleans great and makes the marble really shine. It's also great on other surfaces like glossy paint.
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- 1 decade ago
YES! marble is a calcium carbonate.... that means it reacts to acid!! do not use any vinegar or citrus on it or you will etch into it!!
chances are it has been protected by some varnish, as I doubt marble is naturally shiny. though, I am not certain so best avoid anything acidic... this includes soft drink ;)
best bet is just to dust it, or use plain water with or without detergent. there may be a special marble polish... or check the bottles to see if they mention marble.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
A dry steam clean can be done professionaly or clean with hot soapy water then wipe dry and use a little vegetable oil to buff and shine.
- 1 decade ago
DEAR Mrs:
There are many materials can you use to clean your fireplace ,the supermarkets are filling with it.there are as liquid,wax,and spray .
The wax one is more efficiency than other because no anti damage will occur at all
Please you must know there are spacial wax for marble >>> namely for marbl only.
Thanks
Source(s): amer_kadom@yahoo.com - Anonymous1 decade ago
There are lots of tips on these pages.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
I use baby oil on mine, brings it up a treat