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Cultured Marble - Care & Maintenance Your marble vanity top, tub, or shower is man-made and represents a fine reproduction of real marble. Like real marble, it is not indestructible. We therefore offer the following suggestions for its care and maintenance. With proper care, cultured marble will provide years of satisfactory use. For Normal Cleaning of Cultured Marble: Care should be taken in cleaning the marble with a non-abrasive substance. Scouring powders are a no-no. We recommend Mr. Clean, Dupont 409, or Dow Foaming Cleanser. The new shiny look of cultured marble can be protected with GelGloss. It is applied like a furniture polish and will keep the new shine for a long time. Fiberglass boat wax is also good. Take care to not scratch the surface. Plumbing: All of our marble products are UPC approved. Avoid excessive tightening of plumbing fixtures which could result in cracking the marble. Water Temperature: Do not use scalding hot water directly on the cultured marble bowls, tubs, or shower pans. Hot water over 130 degrees directly on a cold marble product can cause excessive shock to the product and cause cracking around the drain area. Start out by using warm water, then gradually you can increase to your desired temperature. Stains: Cultured marble is highly stain resistant, but one of the things that can cause severe damage is nail polish remover. Burns: Cultured marble is manufactured from a resin material that is not impervious to burns and materials that might melt, scar, or damage the glossy marble surface. Do not place lighted cigarettes on the surface. Scratches: The marble surface can be scratched and care should be taken to avoid placing objects on it that might cause scratches. Repairs: If a chip or scratch occurs, professionals can repair the damage. This requires special tools and materials and is not recommended for the homeowner. If the surface dulls, it can be repolished with polishing compound and a power buffer. This is also best left to the professional. Minor dents or nicks can be repaired by trained persons familiar with the proper techniques. Return to Products |