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Cleaning mineral deposts on marble

Article Number: 171 | Rating: Unrated | Last Updated: Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 2:15 PM

Q: I am wondering how to clean the marble step into our bathrooom shower. It has a lot of dark brown crud -- I'm assuming it's mineral deposits -- that have built up over the years where the aluminum frame of the shower door meets the marble. Any suggestions? I've tried baking soda but that barely improves it.

A: The brown "crud" may be mineral deposits as well as rust. I would first try scraping as much of it as you can with a sharp razor blade. Once that is done get some Iron Out (available at most home centers and grocery stores) Mix the iron out with some water and apply it to the brown "crud" and let it sit for several hours. Rinse and repeat as neccessary.

WARNING - If the marble is polished this may dull the finish and you will need to have it polished.

Dr. Fred
Chief Technical Director

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