How Do You Maintain A Marble Sink?
Marble sinks come in contact with a wider variety of soils and substances than your typical marble surface. Accordingly, they require more care than a countertop, floor or wall. Anything used to clean a marble surface should be of a neutral pH (pH of 7). Most bathroom cleaners are not pH 7 balanced and can degrade and stain a marble surface. The proper stone cleaners can be found at most hardware stores and tile supply shops. Properly caring for marble sinks involves a cycle of sealing, cleaning and refinishing. Sealing, with a penetrating sealer, should be done when the sink is initially installed and every year thereafter. The sink should be cleaned with a stone cleaner at least once a week. Refinishing, with a marble refinishing compound, is necessary when the finish on the sink begins to dull, streak or is scratched. Pour the sealer into the spray bottle if it does not already come in a spray bottle. Clean the surface of any dust or debris. The surface must be completely dry for 12
