TAKING CARE OF MARBLE STAINS
Admired for its elegance and timeless appeal, marble radiates a quiet luxury and sophistication, making it the most widely used natural stone. However, marble is also a delicate stone and is susceptible to stains, etching, scratches and breakage. It therefore requires meticulous care to ensure its longevity, especially when installed as countertops, sinks and flooring in kitchens and bathrooms. A stained marble surface retracts the aesthetic appeal of this stunning stone. To understand why marble stains easily, we need to be aware of how this stone is produced. Marble is a metamorphic rock, formed when limestone is subjugated to extreme temperature and pressure and is primarily composed of minerals such as calcite or dolomite. It is this composition that makes marble extremely porous. In other words, it allows water and liquids such as oil, tea, coffee, wine, and coffee to seep into the stone’s surface, leading to discoloration. Therefore, it...