Regular cleaning with non-abrasive Simple Green Granite & Stone Cleaner gives surfaces a soft-streak-free shine to make natural and engineered stone look new again. The formula is ideal for use in kitchens and can be used daily on marble, granite, quartz, concrete, and more.
To keep your marble countertops looking as beautiful as the day they were installed, you'll need to clean them regularly with non-abrasive materials. Wipe up spills immediately to avoid staining, and use Simple Green Granite & Stone Cleaner to give your counters the look and cleanliness your house deserves.
He says Zep Granite & Stone or any of the Weiman stone cleaners work great. “For those that are green-conscious, Simple Green Granite & Stone is a good option,” he adds. Once the marble countertop or other marble surface is dry, finish off by buffing with a chamois to fully restore the shine.
Simple Green Granite & Stone Polish is safe for use on granite, marble, travertine, limestone, porcelain, ceramic, quartz, Corian®*, Silestone®*, and other natural and engineered stone surfaces.
Restrictions on Use: Do not use on non-rinsable surfaces. This product is not classified as hazardous under 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standards (29 CFR 1910.1200). Inhalation: Not expected to cause respiratory irritation. If adverse effect occurs, move to fresh air.
This powerful cleaner and degreaser is EPA Safer Choice Certified, designed for effective and environmentally safer use on counters, carpet, floors, fabric, equipment, vehicles and more. Concentrated formula provides up to 30x the cleaning value.
Be careful not to use too much soap, which may leave a film behind. Acidic cleaners like vinegar, Windex, and bleach should not come into contact with marble.
For general cleaning:
A simple DIY cleaner can be made with 5 or 6 drops of mild dish soap such as Dawn Ultra or Seventh Generation Dish Liquid mixed with 1 liter of water. Avoid soaps that are advertised “anti-bacterial” or “industrial strength.” These often have ingredients that can harm marble.
Popular cleaners like bleach, ammonia, citrus, vinegar and hydrogen peroxide are harsh on marble and will cause permanent damage. Using only a sponge with hot water for regular cleaning and a high-quality marble cleaner occasionally is enough to keep your marble countertop clean and beautiful.
Simple Green Multi-Surface Floor Care effectively cleans all hard flooring including; hardwood, stone, tile, vinyl and laminate. The powerful formula lifts away dirt and grime, leaving a deep clean and streak-free shine with a gentle lemon-verbena scent.
Do Not Use On Granite or Marble. If you have soft surface countertops like granite or marble, step away from the magic eraser. You can use them on laminate, Corian, quartz, and other solid surface countertops, but do a spot check.
We suggest using Simple Green on granite countertops for a few reasons. This powerful degreaser safely removes grease, grime, and stains from most countertop materials. It's also easy to find at your local hardware or home goods store. Plus, its concentrated, non-toxic formula is non-acidic with a pH of about 9.
Certain products cannot be used on certain stones as they are too harsh or acidic and can cause etching on stones such as marble, travertine, and limestone. Products that should never be used on these types of stones include vinegar, Scrubbing Bubbles, Tilex, Comet, etc.
It's best to avoid Windex, because it's an acidic cleaner. Anything that contains acid, bleach or ammonia can damage marble. Also, avoid using all-purpose cleaners from brands like Clorox, 409, or Lysol unless the label says it's specially formulated to be safe for marble.
Don't use BKF on polished stone such as marble or granite.
We've said it before (and we'll say it again) DO NOT use Murphy's Oil Soap on any natural stone surface. Following our 20 years experience and the Marble Institute of America's Maintenance Guidelines, we recommend a neutral PH rinseless stone soap, used with an unbleached clean nylon pad to clean stone.
Mix warm water and dish soap in a refillable spray bottle (about a tablespoon of soap to a bottle of water) Spray the entire surface area of your countertop. Wipe up all residue with a clean cloth until dry. Buff with a soft towel.
DO clean surfaces regularly with neutral cleaners designed for stone. DON'T use vinegar, bleach, ammonia, other general purpose cleaners, bathroom cleaners or tub and tile cleaners.
Bleach, vinegar and cleaning products from household names like Clorox and Lysol can all cause irreparable damage to marble countertops. These cleaners, while potentially useful in stopping the spread of disease, can take the luster away from your stone surface and cause etching — a series of dull, permanent scars.
Safe on all finished floors (Do not use on unfinished, oiled, or waxed wooden boards, non-sealed tiles, or carpeted floors because they may be water sensitive) (wood and laminate, marble, stone, ceramic tile, vinyl and linoleum). Questions? 1-800-742-9220.
Apply solution. Leave on heavy soils for 1-2 minutes. Scrub if needed. Rinse or damp-wipe with clean water.
The non-toxic formula easily cuts through grease, oils, wallpaper paste, mold stains, nicotine buildup, soot and other tough soils without heavy scrubbing. It leaves a residue-free finish, so washable painted surfaces, sealed wood, metals and plastic are clean and ready to paint in minutes.
Most cleaning jobs are effectively performed at the general cleaning dilution ratio of 10-30 parts water to one part of Simple Green -- some at even greater dilutions when heat, spray and agitation are added, making the product extremely economical.