Cleaning marble: care, protection, and the right marble cleaners

Marble is one of the most elegant natural stones available—whether used as flooring, countertops, or window sills. However, as beautiful as it is, it is also delicate. Improper care can quickly lead to stains, loss of shine, or irreparable damage. In this guide, you will learn how to clean marble properly, which marble cleaners are truly suitable, and how you can protect your natural stone in the long term.

Why marble is so sensitive

Marble is a calcareous natural stone and therefore particularly sensitive to acids and aggressive cleaning agents. Even vinegar, citric acid, or classic all-purpose cleaners can attack the surface and cause it to become permanently dull. Abrasive cleaners and hard brushes are also taboo. To maintain its shine, marble needs special care products that are pH-neutral and gentle.

Cleaning marble in everyday life

For regular care, lukewarm water, a soft cloth, or a microfiber mop is sufficient. However, if you still want to use a cleaning agent, you should opt for pH-neutral products.

A tried-and-tested example is AcroTec’s Edel-Steinseife (precious stone soap). It has been specially developed for sensitive natural stones such as marble, gently cleans, refreshes the shine, and leaves a protective film. Just 15 ml in 10 liters of water is sufficient for routine cleaning.

Removing stubborn stains from marble

Everyday life quickly leads to stains: red wine, coffee, oil, or limescale. Special cleaners that penetrate deep into the pores without damaging the stone can help here.

Ultra-clean stone cleaner from AcroTec: The all-rounder for sensitive stone surfaces – removes dirt thoroughly and gently.
Extra stone cleaner: Ideal for heavily soiled surfaces or as a basic cleaner for intensive use.
Moss and algae remover: Particularly practical for outdoor areas such as patio slabs or marble steps in the garden. Removes green deposits permanently.

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The best marble cleaners at a glance

If you want to clean marble, you should rely on high-quality products. AcroTec offers various solutions for different needs:

Precious stone soap – gentle routine cleaning, nourishes and maintains shine.
Stone cleaner ultra-clean – universal special cleaner for sensitive surfaces.
Stone Cleaner Extra – powerful basic cleaner for heavy soiling.
Stone Cleaner Extra – powerful basic cleaner for heavy soiling.

Do’s and Don’ts when cleaning marble

Do’s: Here’s how to do it right

Use pH-neutral cleaners (e.g., AcroTec Stone Soap).
Use soft cloths or mops.
Remove stains immediately and clean.

Don’ts: Things you should avoid

Do not use acidic household cleaning products (vinegar, lemon).
Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool.
Do not use aggressive chlorine or alkaline cleaners.

Protect marble for the long term

In addition to cleaning, protection also plays an important role. We recommend impregnation, which makes the stone hydrophobic and prevents the penetration of dirt, oil, or moisture.

AcroTec offers the following products for this purpose:

Solvent-free stone impregnation – water-based, deep-acting, and breathable.
Solvent-based stone impregnation – particularly robust and suitable for outdoor use.

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Ultra Clean: Our all-rounder for stone surfaces. Safe, long-lasting, efficient.

Extra: Powerful against particularly stubborn dirt.

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Long-lasting impregnation for stone surfaces for long-term protection.