What To Know About Marble Tile
If you give the proper care to marble tile it will wear well and last for hundreds of years. However it is a porous substance and sensitive to acid containing substances like wine, coffee and juice. It can get stain and etch more easily as compared to other stones. After spending a lot on your marble flooring, it is just right to give you the recommended care in order to maintain its beauty. Here are some of the care and cleaning tips for marble tiles.
To reduce the sensitivity of the marble due to its porosity its surface can be sealed. This is best done with the help of a professional. Sealing is done especially for marble countertops. It is done with a paste or sealer to prevent stains and grime being absorb through its porous surface. Applying light coat of wax also prevent water or liquid penetration. But white marble can turn to be yellowish once applied with wax. Polished marble tiles are easily scratched by grit brought in by shoes. In order to avoid this, you must use large mats at each entrance. The mats should be vacuumed or shaken regularly.
Marble tiles are more sensitive than granite to acidic substances like coffee, tomato sauce, wine, fruit juices, sodas, toiletries and strong cleaning products and cups and container containing these substances can leave stain rings and spots in marble and countertops. You may use plastic coasters under all cans, bottles and glasses.
Do not use brooms to sweep the marble tiles flooring; rather use dust mops to sweep the dust. Spraying the dust mop with antistatic spray will enable it to attract and hold more dust. Use dry and clean dust mop. When using vacuum cleaner makes sure that there are no broken or worn parts that might cause scratches on the surface of the tiles. If spillage occurs then you have to immediately wipe it off with warm water and dry it out immediately with a dry soft cloth. This is important when anything containing acids or salts like ice melting salts is melting on the marble tile.
These simple things can be great for these natural and super sensitive tiles. Through this you will be able to maintain the beauty and elegance of your home.
Ella Ayson
Marble Tiles
