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Best Cleaning Agents For Marble Tile Flooring
April 18th, 2009 | 
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Marble is an exquisite mineral that differs from most other stones since it is extremely porous. For example, it allows dirt and stains to set in and be retained far more easily than denser stones. For this main reason, marble cannot withstand rather harsh cleaning mediums, especially with using heavy detergents and acids.
It is wise to remember that marble has a slightly unstable chemical mixture and is quite delicate. Calcium carbonate, the main ingredient of marble, immediately and dramatically reacts with any kind of acid, which results in pitting and scarring.
One of the best ways of maintaining a marble tile’s overall clean and appealing look is to cleanse it lukewarm, quite hot water, a soft cloth and an occasional wiping down it with milder, non-abrasive industrial detergents. The marble tile must be thoroughly wiped dry after cleaning.
If you prefer, a light coat of wax could also be applied for maximum protection, however this is an optional choice, since marble will not gain further luster from wax much than wood does. Cleaning marble is quite an easy one; however it’s important to know what you are dealing with. The tips and techniques shown here also apply for cleaning tumbled marble tile and cleaning marble