Removing Etch Marks In Marble REMOVING ETCH MARKS IN MARBLE THE
CLEANING OR REMOVAL OF STAINS OR BLEMISHES FROM STONE MAY
INVOLVE THE USE OF LIQUIDS, DETERGENTS OR SOLVENTS WHICH MAY RUN
OFF ON ADJACENT MATERIAL, DISCOLOR THE STONE OR DRIVE THE STAINS
DEEPER INTO POROUS STONES. USE THE PRODUCTS AND TECHNIQUES
DESCRIBED HERE ONLY FOR THE COMBINATIONS OF PROBLEM AND STONE A.
This procedure includes guidance on removing etch marks in
marble. The removal process requires two steps: 1. Removal of
the stain or substance causing the etch marks by applying a
poultice or "nest". Either method is acceptable, and both are
included in this 2. Repolishing the surface once the stain is
removed (see 04455-02-P "Repolishing Marble" for B. Etching
involves alteration of the surface reflection, especially a
change or reduction in the specular character or gloss of a
highly polished surface. C. Etch marks are typically caused by
certain acids left on the finish of stone surfaces. These
blemishes can be caused by substances such