Old Hairspray on Marble

by Debbie
(South Dakota)

QUESTION:

How can I remove old hairspray from the marble countertop in my bathroom.

ANSWER:

Removing hairspray or anything coating the marble surface is pretty easy. Use acetone (not fingernail polish... buy at hardware store). Acetone will not damage your marble, but it will remove anything on the surface.

Hopefully you haven't already, but DO NOT use any "normal" generic or brand name household cleaner. You will etch and dull your marble.

I have a feeling that what you think is old hairspray coating the marble is really just dull marble, because really hot water should remove hairspray.

But the acetone will leave no question about cleaning marble of anything on the surface.

If the marble is still dull after the acetone, then you can use MB-11 Polishing Powder to restore the shine.

However, if the countertop is large and/or the etching (corrosion that caused the marble to be dull) is severe, then you'll need to hire a marble restoration professional to resurface the marble.

Once you do get the results you want, then be sure to use only products safe for marble to protect and clean it in the future.

Good Luck,
Ryan

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