How to Clean Marble Countertops

Marble countertops add beauty, elegance and uniqueness to any kitchen or bathroom. The countertops are known to be durable and last quite a long time but they must be properly maintained to keep them this way. One way to prolong their life is with regular cleaning.

How to Clean Marble Countertops

Materials Needed

• Mild liquid dish detergent


• Bucket


• Water


• Sponge


• Cloth


• Baking soda


• Bowl


• Chalkboard chalk

1. Squirt six drops of mild liquid dish detergent into a bucket. Slowly fill the bucket with hot water to create a safe cleaning solution. Dip a sponge into the cleaning solution and thoroughly clean the countertops.


2. Pour out the cleaning solution. Rinse the bucket as well as the sponge to remove all of the soap. Fill the bucket with fresh clean water. Use a clean sponge to rinse all of the soap from the countertops. Wipe the surface with a cloth and allow the counters to dry.


3. Mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda and 4 cups of warm water in a bowl. Saturate the cloth with the mixture and clean the counters. Rinse the countertops with clean water and dry them with a dry cloth. Allow the counters to dry.


4. Fill a bowl with water and add crushed chalkboard chalk to create a paste. The paste will create a shine on the countertops. Apply the mixture with a cloth. Work the mixture into the surface. Use clean water and a cloth to rinse away the chalk. Dry the countertop with a cloth and allow it to dry.