Marble Countertops
By Candice ManciniRefacingCabinet.com Columnist
Marble countertops are considered top of the line when it comes to bathroom and kitchen countertops. However, the proper maintenance and care of your marble countertops is essential for its beauty to be maintained. There are a few simple steps you should follow to ensure that your marble countertops will remain elegant over time.
Step One: Seal your Marble Countertops
Marble countertops are porous. Therefore, spills can seep into the material, causing stains. To help prevent this, apply a seal to the marble countertop. This will add to the durability of the marble countertop. However, be sure to use a quality sealer. This is no time to skimp, as doing so could lead to the eventual ruin of your marble countertop. However, before you seal your countertop, be sure to find out if it indeed needs to be sealed. Some forms of marble are actually not porous. These marble countertops would actually be harmed if a sealant were applied.
Step Two: Don't Forget the Coasters!
Though this seems a bit of a simple rule, using coaters can prevent any etching or damage to your marble countertops. Marble countertops can become dull over time due to acidic drinks reaching contact with the countertop. This is called "etching." To prevent etching from occurring, use coasters.
Step Three: Buy Specific Cleaners for Your Marble Countertops
There are many cleaning products that contain acids or other ingredients that can negatively react to your marble countertops, causing damage. Therefore, it is essential to use only cleaning products that are made specifically for marble countertops. Though these cleaners cost a bit more, they will save you time and money in countertop repairs due to damage later on.
Caring for your marble is as easy as one, two, three. By properly maintaining your marble countertops, you can keep the charm and elegance marble offers for a lifetime.
About The Author
Candice Mancini is a freelance writer, a teacher, and a homeowner with great appreciation for brilliant home improvement innovations.
