Stain Removal From Cultured Marble Countertops

Grease and Oil

• Remove grease and oil stains from the countertop by making a thick paste of hydrogen peroxide (20% grade) and powdered whiting. Keep the paste in place for 15 minutes with a plastic bag over the top to keep the area moist. Carefully rinse the area clean with water, making sure to avoid any wood backsplashes. This method can also be used for removing stains such as tea, coffee or ink.

Wine and Fruit

• Wine and fruit stains can wreak havoc on cultured marble, because it is one of the few liquids able to penetrate through the top layer. Remove wine stains by applying hydrogen peroxide to the surface followed by two drops of ammonia. Wash the area clean after 20 minutes. You may need to repeat this process a few times.

Rust

• Whether it was canning lids left on the kitchen counter or a wet razor blade, rust may seem stubborn, but it is actually very simple to remove from marble. Unlike most stains, treating rust requires using a commercial product. Get rid of rust stains by making a paste of commercial rust remover and liquid whiting. Leave it on the stain for 15 minutes and then wash away with water.

Stain Prevention

• The best way to prevent stains from forming on your cultured marble is by keeping the surface polished. Place a mixture of 1/2 liquid fabric softener and 1/2 water in a spray bottle. Apply the mixture directly to a clean cultured marble surface. Wipe it off with a clean cotton rag and then buff the surface. The cultured marble will have a noticeable shine and a thin wax layer for protection. Additionally, always clean up a spill as soon as it happens to prevent absorption into the marble.