Why Cleaning Marble Fireplace Is Important
Known for its luxurious and elegant appearance, marble fireplaces can create a sense of comfort and warmth. Marble fireplaces also come in a variety of styles to match any home style. From Romanesque, Greek style, or French style, but whichever it is, marble fireplace is often the focal point of a living room or family room, and as such is an item of choice for many homes when decorating. Marble fires are a beautiful decor that can liven up any room, but like all surfaces, they require regular cleaning to maintain their appearance.
Marble is a porous material that easily absorbs dirt and dust. If these materials are not cleaned regularly, they can permanently damage the appearance of the fireplace and form stubborn stains. Marble is also a soft material, so it can scratch or chip easily if not cleaned properly. The most important thing is that when people buy marble fireplaces, they must be carefully selected. When such a beautiful decoration is dirty, it will also affect people’s mood and the appearance of the whole family.
Some Typical Stains and How to Clean Them
General Cleaning
Before you start cleaning it’s important to protect the surroundings of your marble fireplace, it’s a good idea to cover them with a drop cloth or old towel and keep windows and doors open to allow fresh air to circulate, this will help keep the area tidy and protect your room from trapping dust.
If the stain is recent, there are techniques for cleaning marble fireplaces that do not require specialized cleaning products. The recommendation is to use a damp microfiber cloth to remove excess residue from the surface, always ensuring it is dry. You can also use very fine steel wool to buff out any water spots or light etchings.
The fireplace can also be surface dusted with a soft cloth or feather duster. If there are any stubborn dirt or soot stains, make a soft liquid cleaner by mixing equal parts water and dish soap. Then, apply the solution to a very damp cloth and rub the stain in circular motions until the stain disappears.
Smoke Burn Marks
If you have smoke marks on or around your marble fireplace, it’s usually best to have a marble expert look at it first, or you can use a salve to remove it. There are some home remedies you can do, such as mixing ammonia and warm water, then leaving the solution on the burn for 5 minutes, then scrubbing the ammonia mixture onto the burn until the burn is removed.
Or combine 1 part dish soap and 2 parts baking soda to form a paste. Apply the paste to the stain with a soft cloth and let it sit for 24 hours. After 24 hours, wipe off the paste with a very soft cloth and the stain will disappear. If the stain is still visible, you can repeat the process until the stain disappears.
However, in our experience, if the marble fireplace surround has burn marks that have penetrated deep into the marble, then you will not be able to remove these brown stains from the marble fireplace surround. You can try different creams and cleaning solutions in addition to hydrogen peroxide, but these cleaning products are unlikely to remove stains that have penetrated this deep.
Scratches
The cleaning method you use will largely depend on the severity of the scratch. If the scratches are deep, you will need to call a marble professional as they will need to buff the surface with diamond abrasives until the scratches are completely removed. If it’s just a superficial scratch, it can usually be removed with soap and warm water and a polish. Remove scratches with a microfiber towel or use a good quality stone polish or cream, which you can find at your local hardware store. Rub it into the scratch using circular motions until the scratch disappears.
Red Wine Stain and Magic Pen
You can try ointments to remove red wine stains and the marks they tend to leave. It won’t work right away, but if you keep wiping it it might go away eventually. The same goes for magic pens and their inks: Make a paste of baking soda and water, apply the ointment to the stain, leave on for a minimum of three hours, then wipe off the ointment with a damp cloth or cloth.
The Key to Cleaning Your Fireplace Is Prevention
Cleaning is important, but the daily maintenance of marble fireplace is more important. When enjoying marble fireplace side gatherings with your family, keep ash or coals from accumulating in the hearth; as long as you take care of your marble fireplace surround and clean it regularly, you don’t have to worry too much about marble staining. To prevent soot buildup, it’s a good idea to clean the fireplace and surroundings after each fire is extinguished. If you don’t have time for a thorough cleaning, at least give it a quick buff to remove soot and dust.
An exquisite and neat marble fireplace can make the whole family atmosphere warm and beautiful. If you have any questions about marble fireplaces, please feel free to contact us, YouFine professionals can give you more detailed answers.
