How to Care for Cut Polished Marble

General Cleaning

• 1

  Place two to three drops of a mild dish detergent into a plastic spray bottle filled with water. Shake the bottle to mix them together.

• 2

  Spray the water and soap mixture onto the surface of your marble.

• 3

  Wipe the surface with a lint-free cloth until it is completely dry.

Stain Removal

• 4

  Mix together 1 gallon of water with 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide.

• 5

  Place baking soda directly on the stains.

• 6

  Apply a small amount of the hydrogen peroxide mixture onto the baking soda. Use a toothbrush to gently clean the stained surfaces, working it in small circles.

• 7

  Rinse the area thoroughly with clean water and dry it with a lint-free cloth.

Polishing

• 8

  Mix together 3 tbsp. of baking soda with 1 quart of water.

• 9

  Wipe your marble surface with the baking soda and water mixture and allow it to dry. This will take approximately one hour.

• 10

  Dip a damp rag into crushed chalk and slowly wipe the marble with it using a circular motion.

• 11

  Rinse the area thoroughly with clean water and dry it with a chamois to give it a streak-free shine.