Protect Stone Counters With Soft Tools and Prompt Blotting

BHG's marble guide connects spill prevention and suitable cleaners with preserving the surface finish.

Prevent a stain from spreading

Better Homes and Gardens recommends blotting a spill promptly rather than wiping it over a wider area. Its prevention advice includes coasters under glasses and trivets under hot dishes. On floors, clean dust mops and well-maintained vacuum wheels or attachments reduce scratch-causing grit. Rough cloths, scouring products and acidic cleaners can damage the finish instead of improving it.

Keep ordinary cleaning distinct from stain treatment

For routine care, the article describes soft cloths or mops and identifies stone cleaner suitable for daily use as an option. Drying and gentle buffing help avoid streaks and water spots. A persistent mark may call for a separate absorbent poultice process rather than increasingly forceful scrubbing. In a shower, removing water with a squeegee helps limit soap buildup. Choose a method for the particular marble and mark rather than treating all stone surfaces identically.

BHG's marble guide connects spill prevention and suitable cleaners with preserving the surface finish.