Marble & Other Natural Stone

Marble is an extremely porous metamorphic rock formed over millions of years from the shells of tiny sea snails and other marine organisms. The basis of marble is calcium, which is highly water soluble. Ever wonder why you see so many glass rings and various other stains on marble countertops? Fruits, fruit juices and other products high in citric acid are marble’s biggest enemies.

Other natural stone such as travertine, slate, limestone are often used in kitchens and baths. These highly-porous surfaces are exposed to a great deal of water and other stain-causing agents. If not properly sealed, they will easily stain , which can lead to permanent damage.

The best way to protect marble and other natural stone surfaces is to seal them with one of our sealants, which are specially formulated for natural stone. Even then, you must be diligent about wiping up spills as soon as possible. Also, use coasters, and store items such as cooking oils, soaps and other products in trays rather than placing them directly onto your marble and natural stone surfaces. This will help prevent unsightly stains.

Seeing is believing

A tile and grout shower wall can be beautiful to behold. But shower walls can be a breeding ground for soap scum and mineral deposits, both of which can dull the appearance of a natural stone surface. But as you can see in this video, with the protection of Diamond Bond cleaner and revitalizer, water simply beads up and washes away, leaving the shower wall spotless and clean!

UNTREATED MARBLE

Left untreated, everyday spills and household contaminants can damage marble and cause permanent stains.

TREATED MARBLE

But Diamond Bond provides a seal of protection against household spills, protecting your valuable investment.

Care Instructions for Marble and other Natural Stone

When cleaning marble and other natural stone surfaces, use a low PH natural stone cleaner. They can be found at most big box stores as well as stone fabricators and even hardware stores. These products are generally sold as concentrates to be mixed with water. Follow the instructions on their container. These cleaners work best on sealed stone because they are designed to clean without damaging the protective sealant that has been applied to them. Never use acids, abrasives or natural acidic products such as vinegar to clean your natural stone. They can damage the surface and cause discoloration. Be diligent about wiping up spills as quickly as possible. Use coasters and trays.