How to Maintenance the Marble Surfaces of the Kitchen
A marble countertop or a backsplash can be very stylish and pleasant and beautify any kitchen in the best way, but even a marble wall will be less attractive if it is not clean. If you want your kitchen to be the ever-shining palace, you must first pay attention to maintaining your marble surfaces.
The two places that marble is most used in kitchens are the countertops and the walls, which are precisely the two locations where food can be sprinkled and splashed. Whether we like it or not, these colorful and delicious particles will appear on the surfaces of our marbles. On the other hand, some of these stains, if they result from acidic substances, such as wine stains, tomato or citrus juice, vinegar, etc., can cause damage to our surfaces. So how do we protect our marble against them?
Be Aware of Stains
In the first step, you should seal your marble surface and do not put any food directly on it until it is sealed because the marble surface will be in its most vulnerable state. Even after sealing, your marble can still be susceptible, or the beauty of its surface can be impaired, so it is helpful to observe small details. First of all, do not let food droplets, especially substances with acidic pH, remain on them too much, and wipe the surface with a tissue as soon as such chemicals are splashed. To wipe down these stains, dampen the cloth and use a small amount of mild cleaner. Be careful never to use materials such as bleach or abrasive to remove stains from marble. If your surface is filthy or has not been cleaned for a long time and the stains are challenging to clean, you can soak a damp cloth in a mild detergent such as soap or baking soda and apply it to your marble surface. Next, clean your surface with a dry cloth at least once a week to remove stains such as water stains or dust.
Prevents Small Cracks
Marble has excellent resistance to heat. However, to prevent your countertop from suddenly heating up and cooling down, never place hot dishes such as ovens tray, teapots, pots, or plates that have just come out of the oven or microwave. As you wear gloves to protect your hands, be sure to put a protector under these devices to protect your marble countertop as well because such hot and direct heat over time can cause small cracks on your precious stone.
Finally, remember that marble is like an alive creature and needs attention and care to maintain its purity and show its elegance, like the nature in which spring rain has recently fallen. Thus, depending on the type of marble you have, dusting and sealing should be repeated from time to time so that this freshness is always felt in your kitchen.
