Cleaning & turnover

Clean Stone Floors

Natural stone flooring is elegant and durable, but requires special care.

NOTE: Marble floors require special care. For instructions about how to clean marble floors, please see HOW TO: FLOORS: Clean Marble Floors.

Marble is a soft, porous stone that is susceptible to staining, scratches and acidic solutions. Therefore, care needs to be taken to protect marble floors from damage.

Time estimate for general cleaning: 20, 25, 30 minutes for small, medium and large room respectively

This Skill will teach you how to clean and maintain your marble floor using different methods including:

1. Best practices
2. Remove dirt and dust
3. Non acidic cleaner
4. Water and dish soap
5. Ammonia solution
6. Acetone
7. Cornstarch
8. Polish

NOTE: Some methods require overnight treatment to be effective.

This Skill will teach you how to clean and maintain stone floors including travertine, limestone, sandstone, slate and granite.

Steps
1. Best practices
2. Remove dirt and dust
3. Choose your cleaning solution
4. Mop
5. Spray neutral cleaner
6. Remove stubborn dirt
7. Clean grout and crevices

Supplies Needed:
1. Soft-bristled broom
2. Neutral cleaner
3. Bucket of water
4. Microfiber mop
5. Liquid dish soap
6. Scraper
7. Small brush with soft bristle
8. Steam cleaner

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