Spring is synonymous with blue skies, blooming flowers, and of course: spring cleaning. Spring cleaning means an overhaul of your whole house: cleaning out your closets, dusting the house, and clearing out clutter. So, why should your marble counters be left out?

Marble is a beautiful surface for any room of the house. Whether you’re caring for marble floors, marble walls, backsplashes, or countertops, marble tends to gather buildup and is prone to staining.

One of the best ways to keep your marble looking as beautiful as the day you picked it out is to do regular upkeep with spot cleaning, surface cleaning, and a big old deep clean. Here’s are some spring cleaning tips for marble.

Choose your Products Wisely

Steer clear of multi-purpose and acidic cleaning products. Acidic products may be great for cleaning mirrors and glass, but not marble. Stay away from acidic products such as lemon, vinegar, or ammonia. While these may appear to get your marble tiles and countertops shiny and clean on the surface, they can actually harm the marble itself and cause it to lose its natural sheen.

Always Spot Clean

One great spring cleaning tip for marble? Over the months be diligent with spot cleaning to make your big clean that much easier next time. This means wiping down your marble floors, shower tiles, backsplashes, or counters consistently to avoid build up. For a big marble clean start by dusting your surface with a dry, nonabrasive rag. Be ginger when cleaning your marble so that you do not etch or damage the stone. Also be sure to look for food spills that can stain your marble.

Don’t forget about DIY

There are many professional cleaning products designed to maintain your marble, but don’t discount your DIY options. Some DIY spring cleaning tip for marble include wiping your counters down with a warm cloth and a drop of mild dishwashing liquid. You can also do a DIY clean by using baking soda and water to remove stains. Ensure you dry your marble surface completely after cleaning.

Always Dry and Seal your Marble Surfaces

Due to the porous nature of marble, it is never good to leave any liquids on for too long, even when cleaning. Therefore, be sure to dry your surface completely after a big clean to avoid any damage. Furthermore, you’ll want to seal your marble after doing a heavy-duty scrub down. There are products available at home stores to reseal your stone and have it shining again in no time.

Even when the sun shines all year long in sunny Florida, spring cleaning is still a great avenue for taking some time out to give your marble the attention it deserves. Whether you’re doing a light spot clean or a thorough scrub and seal, your marble will thank you this spring! Have some decor ideas of your own? Share with us @marmolexportusa.