Care
Caring for your stone table
Natural stone stays beautiful with a little regular care. Here's how to look after the stones in our range.
| Marble | Onyx | Travertine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily cleaning | Soft cloth and a pH-neutral stone cleaner | The same, and dry it afterwards | Soft cloth and a pH-neutral stone cleaner |
| Spills | Blot straight away, especially wine, coffee and citrus | Blot at once, because onyx soaks up liquid quickly | Blot at once, because travertine is the most porous of these stones |
| Sealing | Seal from time to time | Seal more often than marble | Seal regularly |
| Watch out for | Acids that etch the surface | Acids, knocks and heavy objects | Acids that etch the surface, and spills left to sit |
Ordered granite or quartz? See the care notes on Choosing a stone, or contact us.
Do
- Use coasters, placemats and trivets.
- Wipe spills straight away by blotting, not rubbing.
- Clean with a soft cloth and a pH-neutral stone cleaner.
Don't
- Use vinegar, bleach, citrus cleaners or abrasive pads.
- Put hot pans or heavy objects straight onto the stone.
- Cut anything directly on the surface.
Stains and etch marks
A stain is liquid that has soaked into the stone. An etch mark is a dull patch left when an acid, such as lemon juice or wine, reacts with the surface. Sealing helps with stains but doesn't stop etching. Etching shows less on a honed finish than on a polished one. If your table has an etch mark, contact us at grosvenormarbleco@gmail.com before you try to treat it.
Sources: Veltora, Dynamic Stone Tools, Night & Day Stone, DLA Stone
