With proper care and maintenance, marble and natural stone is a timeless feature in both residential and commercial settings. Below is a helpful guide to help maintain your stone on a variety of surfaces.

Cleaning Products

Dust mop interior floors frequently using a clean non‐treated dry dust mop. Sand, dirt & grit do the most damage to natural stone surfaces due to their abrasiveness. Mats or area rugs inside and outside an entrance will help to minimize the sand, dirt and grit that will scratch the stone floor. Be sure that the underside of the mat or rug is a non‐slip surface. Do not use vacuum cleaners that are worn, as the metal and plastic attachments may scratch the surface. We recommend cleaning the stone surface with our daily floor cleaner* and our intensive floor cleaner* on heavy soiled surfaces, especially grout! Always follow manufacturer's instructions for best results.

- Don't use products that contain lemon, vinegar or other acids on natural stone surfaces. Wash the surface with our stone safer cleaner and follow the manufacturer's directions.
- Don't use scouring powders or creams; these products contain abrasives that may scratch the surface.

Countertops, tabletops and vanities are usually heavy used areas that typically require more maintenance than floors and walls. Spills are a common occurence, it is best to blot the spill with a paper towel immediately. Don’t wipe the area, it will spread the spill. Flush the area with water and neutral cleaner and rinse several times. Dry the area thoroughly with a soft cloth. Repeat as necessary. Daily cleaning with our stone safe countertop cleaner* is highly recommended. Once cleaned and after the surface has dried, use our finishing spray to enhance, seal and moisturize the surface. Use our spray & shine* on polished surfaces and spray & glow* on satin and matte finishes. We also carry easy to use, stone safe cleaning wipes.* For oil stains and other deep stains, our stain remover* to tackle even the toughest stains! On food preparation areas, the stone will need to have penetrating sealer* applied. Sealing does not make the stone stain proof; rather it makes the stone more stain resistant. We are proud to offer 100% food grade safe penetrating sealers.*

Marble and other varieties of natural stone in the shower or other wet areas, soap scum can be minimized by using a squeegee after each use. For stone safe removal or soap, water and minereal deposit use our heavy duty shower cleaner.* For mould prevention, periodically spray our stone safe mould and mildew remover* and follow the manufacturer's directions. We recommend leaving the shower door open after each use to encourage airflow which helps reduce the growth and spread of mould and mildew. Sealing* is recommended every 6-12 months in natural stone showers.

Maintenance Tips

Do dust mop floor frequently
Do clean surfaces with mild detergent or stone soap*
Do thoroughly rinse and dry the surface after washing
Do blot up spills immediately
Do protect floor surfaces with non‐slip mats or area rugs & countertop surfaces with coaster, trivets or placemats
Don’t use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners containing acids on natural stone surfaces

Don’t use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners or tub & tile cleaners
Don’t use abrasive cleaners or pads
Don’t mix bleach and ammonia: this combination creates a toxic and lethal gas

Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns on maintaining your natural stone.

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