And, you probably have a box in your fridge or kitchen cabinet already.

check that to finish with a clean, dry cloth to avoid any leftover soap residue.

Warning

Never use a scrubber or scrub brush on marble, as it can scratch the surface.

person cleaning a marble surface

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Instead, use a damp rag or the soft side of a sponge.

Be careful not to scrub, since doing so could damage the surface.

Baking soda is a natural disinfectant, but it is also a light abrasive.

items needed to clean marble

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Be sure to use it gently on marble surfaces, as light abrasives can still damage soft surfaces.

Rinse With Water

Rinse your counters with water and dry with a soft towel.

Removing Stains From Marble Countertops

Marble is a porous stone and is consequently susceptible to some stains.

Substances like oil, coffee, and even water can leave some unfortunate marks if left unaddressed.

A bit of hydrogen peroxide may be able to take a stain out of a light-colored marble.

Do not use hydrogen peroxide on dark marble or it could lighten the spot.

There are plenty of stains that may not be removed from marble if action is not taken immediately.

Stain Removal.Natural Stone Institute.