Marble Fireplace Cleaning
by Nancy
QUESTION:The marble around my gas log fireplace has darkened apparently from the fire/heat. I have used Ivory soap and water and gotten some brownish stuff off, but I doubt seriously that it all came off. Should I simply go to a marble place (like the kind of place that makes gravestones???) and get a cleaner?ANSWER:Is the marble polished (shiny) or honed (matte finish)?If it is honed, then I'd use a mild bleach solution (1/2 ounce bleach in 16 oz. spray bottle) and a soft-bristle brush. If it is polished, then use Bathroom MOLD & MILDEW Remover. For either one, just spray on, wipe around an let soak. Then go back, spray a bit more and scrub. Regular Cleaning Once you have the marble fireplace all cleaned up, don't let the it get dirty again obviously and use Granite Countertop & Marble Cleaning spray once a week or as needed. If you like, you can start by trying Granite Countertop & Marble Cleaning spray to clean the marble, but it is not formulated for heavy duty jobs like Bathroom MOLD & MILDEW Remover. Do NOT use the bleach for regular cleaning. Even with a honed surface regular use of bleach will etch the stone causing spots and discoloration. Good Luck, Ryan |
