How to protect your white marble worktop from stains and scratches?

By: Alan Mar 07, 2025 0 Comments

White marble worktops are a perfect choice for those looking to get that luxurious and timeless appeal for their kitchen or bathroom. But, the problem with marble as a worktop material is that it is a porous and very soft natural stone. So, these white marble for kitchen worktops can be scratched easily, or those could be stained very easily.

However, following a few easy tips, one can keep their white marble for kitchen worktops well protected against all types of stains and scratches. Here, in the guide we will further look into all those tips in detail so that one is able to maintain their marble white worktop just in the right manner.

Follow the tips given below for proper maintenance of white marble for kitchen worktop

Regular Sealing of your Marble Worktop

Regular proper sealing of the marble can be very helpful. One should go for a high-quality sealer. The chosen sealer should be penetrating or impregnating, specially designed for marble.

Clean the Surface Thoroughly

Before application of the sealer one should always check the worktop surface carefully for cleanliness. If one sees any existing stains, dust, or grease on the surface, then those should be removed.

Even application

Even the application of the sealer is very important, so the best way of doing it is to use a soft cloth or sponge and apply the sealer through it on the surface in circular motions.

Absorption

As per the manufacturer’s instructions the worktop surface should be given the needed time for proper absorption.

Excess Sealer to be removed

If there are any leftovers of the sealer on the worktop surface, those should be removed then and there.

Sealing timeline

If the worktop is in the light-use area, then sealing will be needed once a year
If the worktop is used in a heavy-traffic kitchen, then the sealing should be done every 3- 6 months

Proper daily cleaning of the worktops

Daily cleaning of the worktops will help you keep the stains and all other such issues away from the worktops. In this process pH- Neutral cleaner should be used also the wine spills should be treated then and there.

How can one prevent stains on your marble white worktops?

Promote the use of coasters and trays on the surface
Cut on the surface using a cutting board
Blot spills with a paper towel instead of wiping

How can one prevent scratches on the marble worktop?

Use pads on the surface below appliances and any decorative items
Do not drag any heavy objects on the surface of the worktop
Use soft cloths to clean instead of using rough sponges

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