Since the previous article already discussed the regular maintenance of marble, we will now focus on how to remove stubborn stains on marble. How to clean stains on marble is different for each type of stain – let’s look at the method below:

1. Oil-based, organic or mold. If your tile is stained by an oil-based product, organic materials (food, tea, etc.), or mold, scrub the area with water, a gentle cloth and a cleaning solution. The solution should have one of the following: bleach, ammonia, mineral spirits or acetone. Note that you should never mix these chemicals together, as doing so can produce a lethal gas. Instead, only use one substance.
2. Rust. Whether from nails or metal objects sitting on your marble tiles, rust can mark the stone. Clean it by using a poultice. Regularly check areas where metal touches your marble, as rust can be extremely difficult to remove. The sooner you notice and clean it, the better.
3. Paint. Use lacquer and a thin blade to gently scrape off any paint that may have landed on your marble tiles. Be very careful not to scratch the stone. For thick paint, use a commercial “heavy liquid” paint stripper, which you can find at a hardware store.
4.Soap scum. Soap scum builds up within the marble’s voids and pores, quickly staining the surfaces. So shower walls, bathroom floors and vanities, and other marble pieces that come in contact with soapy water need periodical cleaning. Fortunately, it’s quite easy to remove soap scum stains from marble – just add half a cup of ammonia to a gallon of water and wipe the surfaces clean. Be careful not to use too much ammonia, though, as it may dull the marble surface. You may substitute ammonia with vinegar in case you don’t have any ready stock of ammonia available.

That’s all from us for now! How about you? If you have other effective methods, do share your methods by commenting below!