Marble Kitchen Countertops – Are They Any Good?
When we think of marble we tend to think of luxury largely due to the fact that it is so widely used in palaces and other important buildings. It is a beautiful stone which is can’t fail to be impressive. However if you think that marble makes an ideal kitchen countertop, you may be surprised to learn that it actually quite porous and scratches easier than the likes of granite. Marble is not the cheapest of countertops to purchase so you really need to know what you are getting as you may find that you would prefer granite, quartz or some other material instead. Caring for Marble If you really have your heart set on marble then you will need to make sure that you look after it really well. Using a sealer is an absolute must, also be quick in wiping up any spills, particularly wine and fruit juice. Otherwise you can end up with permanent surface etching. Be careful with what you clean marble with as using abrasives and caustic cleaners will cause damage. Also never rub with oil or wax.
