Bleach Stains On Marble

Your tiles may end up etched pitted or discolored.

Bleach stains on marble.

Because of its porous nature stains and dirt seep into the marble and are difficult to remove by traditional cleaning methods. See mold stains section below. Mold is a common problem in many bathroom settings. Marble is made of calcium carbonate which reacts with acidic and alkaline substances like bleach.

In general we recommend against using any of our tilex bathroom cleaners both with and without bleach on marble so i wouldn t advise bleach usage here. Bleaching stains removes most discoloration from unsealed marble. The reaction happens in seconds and corrodes or eats away the marble essentially destroying the polished layer on the surface. Even once the mold spores are dead the black staining may remain.

Mold can stain marble bathroom countertops floors etc. Razor blade and paint striper. Marble tile is just as susceptible to staining as solid marble but you can use the same method. Calcium carbonate the primary compound in marble can be highly reactive to both acidic and alkaline cleaners.

Although the surface is disinfected and safe it may remain unsightly. Think about what objects are typically used near the area of the stain. Other than the stains the cultured marble is in very good condition and the original gel coat still is relatively shiny. I have some light hard water and rust stains on my cultured marble one piece bathroom vanity tops with sinks.

Removing mold stains from marble. The above table details what you will need to remove each type of stain. See paint stain section below. See our article of etch removal.

Only use bleach on light colored marble and do not. Or rust stains will show up near metal decorations and a water source. Mold stains can be difficult to remove. For example coffee stains will show up on a marble kitchen countertop near the coffee marker.

Marble is a porous material just like any other stone. Water stains are yet another common stain that occurs on marble. If the hydrogen peroxide was unable to remove the staining diluted bleach may be the only product able to do so. The bleach has etched the marble causing the dull light spots on your table top.

There also are light grayish stains around the drains. Because marble is porous you should clean spills immediately or you run the risk of the stone developing stains. Bleach can be used to clean granite but if the corrosive liquid is allowed to sit too long on the material it can eat through the protective layer of sealant. These stains can be the result of a water glass that was left on a marble countertop for too long or from hard water buildup around sinks and showers.

Marble is a durable stone under most circumstances but it does require some special care.