Spills and Stain on Your Stone Surface and Preventative Stone Maintenance Tips

Red wine and citrus-based mixed drinks when spilled can damage your marble and other stone surfaces. In such a situation, the stone floor tiles and countertops have to be re-polished so as to remove the stain and texturing caused by the spills. When called to solve such problems, The Marble Man first checks the type and depth of the stain using drip test and other latest techniques. If the spill has penetrated deep into the marble surface, a poultice must be used before doing the polishing.

However, prevention of this kind of damage to marble surfaces is not that easy. Application of penetrating sealers, topical sealers and Crystallization processes are not 100% fool proof. If the spill occurs frequently, the marble surface can be spoiled again unless proper care and maintenance are given periodically by stone restoration specialists like The Marble Man.

In areas where there are more instances of spilling of red wine, citrus based liquids, soda and coffee, it’s better to go for polished granite surfaces that will still provide a highly reflective appearance while being much more resistant to etching. Casinos and restaurants are specimen examples. Moreover, granite has a greater breaking strength and scratch resistance than marble and other natural stones.

Precautionary measures such as quick reaction to wipe out spills and keeping the cleaning materials handy are a must to avoid heavy damage to stone surface. Routine maintenance practices (such as the use of diamond impregnated pads for polishing, and specialized periodic maintenance by The Marble Man) are always helpful to extend the life of your beautiful marble or other natural stone surfaces.  

Help prevent the occurrence of scratching and fading on stone surfaces by attaching pads on your furniture legs. Special attention must be given to those made of metal as they might rust and cause stains too. Try to put mats on areas with heavy traffic to prevent dust, oil, and other contaminants from being in close contact with your marble or other natural stone flooring. 

Visit our Website today or CALL us on 1300 627 626 to get detailed information about our stone care solutions - polishing, sealing, repairing, stone surface cleaning etc.We will answer your questions about the care, maintenance and restoration of your stone surfaces drawing from our 29-years of combined experience.

If you would like us to inspect your stone surface and advise on its repair or restoration, an experienced team member will visit at a time convenient to you and provide a no obligation, free quote.

Reference keywords: Preventative stone care QLD, stone care & maintenance Sydney, how to remove stain on stone, marble stain removal Gold Coast.

Spills and Stain on Your Stone Surface and Preventative Stone Maintenance Tips

Red wine and citrus-based mixed drinks when spilled can damage your marble and other stone surfaces. In such a situation, the stone floor tiles and countertops have to be re-polished so as to remove the stain and texturing caused by the spills. When called to solve such problems, The Marble Man first checks the type and depth of the stain using drip test and other latest techniques. If the spill has penetrated deep into the marble surface, a poultice must be used before doing the polishing.

However, prevention of this kind of damage to marble surfaces is not that easy. Application of penetrating sealers, topical sealers and Crystallization processes are not 100% fool proof. If the spill occurs frequently, the marble surface can be spoiled again unless proper care and maintenance are given periodically by stone restoration specialists like The Marble Man.

In areas where there are more instances of spilling of red wine, citrus based liquids, soda and coffee, it’s better to go for polished granite surfaces that will still provide a highly reflective appearance while being much more resistant to etching. Casinos and restaurants are specimen examples. Moreover, granite has a greater breaking strength and scratch resistance than marble and other natural stones.

Precautionary measures such as quick reaction to wipe out spills and keeping the cleaning materials handy are a must to avoid heavy damage to stone surface. Routine maintenance practices (such as the use of diamond impregnated pads for polishing, and specialized periodic maintenance by The Marble Man) are always helpful to extend the life of your beautiful marble or other natural stone surfaces.  

Help prevent the occurrence of scratching and fading on stone surfaces by attaching pads on your furniture legs. Special attention must be given to those made of metal as they might rust and cause stains too. Try to put mats on areas with heavy traffic to prevent dust, oil, and other contaminants from being in close contact with your marble or other natural stone flooring. 

Visit our Website today or CALL us on 1300 627 626 to get detailed information about our stone care solutions - polishing, sealing, repairing, stone surface cleaning etc.We will answer your questions about the care, maintenance and restoration of your stone surfaces drawing from our 29-years of combined experience.

If you would like us to inspect your stone surface and advise on its repair or restoration, an experienced team member will visit at a time convenient to you and provide a no obligation, free quote.

Reference keywords: Preventative stone care QLD, stone care & maintenance Sydney, how to remove stain on stone, marble stain removal Gold Coast.

Stain Removal and Other Cleaning Procedures for Marble and Stone Surfaces

Marble, granite or other natural stones in your home, office, or commercial building help to improve the look and feel of the place. Natural stone floors, stone worktops and other stone tiles don’t need sophisticated maintenance procedures if they are properly looked after on a regular basis.  

Stains that occur on your precious stone surfaces can be broadly classified as oil-based stains (from grease, tar, cooking oil, cosmetics etc.), organic stains (caused by coffee, tea, fruit, tobacco, paper, food, urine, leaves, bark, bird droppings etc.), inorganic metal stains (from iron, rust, copper, bronze equipment or appliances), biological stains (by algae, mildew, lichens, moss, fungi) and ink stains (from magic marker, pen, ink etc.). 

If you want to remove stains from the stone tiles by your own means but are not able to identify the stains, call The Marble Man on 1300 627 626 or send them some snap shots of the stained surface. An expert technician will guide you whether you will be able to remove the stain by DIY method or it needs professional help to do the same.

As said in some previous blog articles, here are some common points to keep in mind to safeguard your stone bechtops or countertops. Ensure that you put coasters under glasses, which carry alcohol or citrus juices. Trivets or mats are to be placed under hot dishes, and placemats underneath ceramics, silver, or other objects which will scratch the surface. Use non-slip mats or area rugs at door entrances and frequently used stone floor areas so that dust and dirt may not come directly in contact with the stone. Never use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners that contain acids on calcareous stones like marble, travertine, limestone, and onyx.

Visit The Marble Man website regularly to get updated about cleaning procedures and recommendations for your marble or granite countertop, marble floors, stone floors, bathroom tiles and stone surfaces in the exterior of the house.

There are different cleaning materials for siliceous stones (such as granite, slate, sandstone, quartzite, brownstone, and bluestone) and calcareous stones (such as marble, travertine, limestone, and onyx) because their crystal structures and chemical combinations are quite dissimilar.

The Marble Man is not only the No.1 stone restoration specialist in Australia, but they are also the authoritative source of information on standards of workmanship and natural stone maintenance practices. They also market a wide range of stone care products and have certain guidelines for their application.