Do marble tiles stain?
Like any porous rock, marble tiles can become stained after absorbing acidic, oily or inky substances. Though sealants and stain removers can help, prevention is the best way to keep marble stain-free.Staining AgentsMarble is most easily stained by fats such as cooking oil and grease and acidic foods like tomato, vinegar, coffee or wine and other fruit juices. Even water can stain marble if left on the tiles for several hours or more, such as on the bottom of a glass.Prevention/SolutionThe sooner a spill is cleaned up, the less likely it will stain. Blot rather than wipe spills to avoid spreading a possible stain. Wipe the area clean with cold water and a neutral pH cleaner.TreatmentOnce a stain is established, the only way to remove it is by pulling it from the marble with a poultice–in other words, an absorbent material. Try applying a paste made of baking soda and water to acidic stains. For oil stains, sprinkle on some cornstarch. After one to two hours, wipe off the poultice. In
