Features of removing dirt from different types of surfaces
Matt surfaces
For tough stains, you can use low abrasive cleaning powders. For small stains, use a soapy solution or ammonia-based cleaner. Then the worktop is wiped off with a wet cloth, after which it is polished to a shine in a circular motion with a sponge.
Semi-gloss surfaces
A bleach solution and a non-abrasive paste based on it fights well with complex stains. Soapy water can be used to remove small stains. Then the countertop must be wiped dry. A non-abrasive polishing paste will help to add shine and improve its color. And finally, a paper towel polish to remove streaks.
Glossy surfaces
Whimsical to care for, so the use of abrasive products, including hard sponges, is not allowed. To remove tough stains, apply a white polishing compound that is applied with a soft cloth in light circular motions. Common stains can be removed with soap and water.
We select effective and safe means for cleaning artificial stone sinks
Where does the strong pollution come from in such sinks? They are not happy with the temperature drop, berries and coffee can also leave visible pollution, rust appears from a loosely closed tap, and a white limescale on an artificial stone sink looks unpleasant.
Therefore, it is definitely necessary to figure out what can be used to wash a sink made of artificial stone.
How to clean the porcelain stoneware sink from folk remedies
First, we find out what is effective from folk natural remedies. Than just the sinks do not get dirty. Let's try to remove contamination with improvised compounds.
Soda helps to remove all kinds of stains and grease: they just use gruel from water and soda, but at the same time, without using their heroic strength.
Favorite kitchen remedy
Those who used mustard powder appreciated how easily greasy stains and deposits disappear under its onslaught.
It is also necessary to dilute the powder with water to a gruel state.
The resulting mixture needs to cover the place of pollution and leave the composition for half an hour.
Without lemon, there is even nothing to do in the kitchen.
It is a great tool for removing white deposits from the sink.
You don't even have to rush to remove the juice, leaving it for 25 minutes. Instead of lemon, use diluted citric acid. The sink is closed with a stopper and filled with warm water, in which 50 g of citric acid is dissolved. Now you can go to bed and in the morning you will only have to flush the water.
You can wash with table vinegar to help remove limescale deposits and some stains.
Vinegar (9%) must first be diluted with water in proportions of 1 to 2
If you have vinegar essence at home, then take a ratio of 1 to 10.
A sponge is dipped into the composition, squeezed slightly and wiped on the surface. You can rub a little stubborn dirt with the back of the sponge.
Sprite, 7up, Cola can also be used to clean a sink made of artificial stone. The drain is closed with a stopper and sweet soda water is generously poured into the sink. The process of "soaking" lasts from half an hour to an hour, but from time to time you need to come up and wet the walls of the sink with a sponge with soda water.
Sprite cleans light surfaces well
You can wash the sink well with tooth powder or paste by wiping it with a sponge with this product. The powder should be in a gruel state.
Cleaning of artificial stone sinks with professional products
Not every tool can be used. The first attention deserves a melamine sponge, which can remove rust, salt stains.
Chlorine-containing compounds remove traces of various dyes: beets, coffee, tea, fat recede.
This is Whiteness, Domestos, Komet
The composition of the product should be marked that it is suitable for composite materials. Mild gel options may be considered: Mister Muscle, CIF, Mister Chister, Ecover
You can treat the surface with a dishwasher tablet. To do this, dissolve it in a tablespoon of water.
Home cleaning methods
To remove stains from the varnished surface, household chemicals and folk remedies are used. The latter often make it possible to achieve a more pronounced effect.
Beer
You will need to mix malt beer and wax to remove any traces of dirt. This composition must be boiled to remove alcohol.
Special solution
A mixture of shampoo, water and an antistatic agent, taken in equal proportions, helps to remove stubborn dirt and grease from polished furniture with your own hands. The latter prevents dust from settling on the surface.
Olive oil and wine vinegar
To clean furniture, mix both components in equal proportions and wash the lacquered surface. Wine vinegar has the ability to deal with various types of contaminants. At the same time, the liquid disinfects the surface to be treated. Olive oil is used to restore shine.
Burr oil
To remove dirty spots, it is enough to apply this oil to problem areas and after 5-7 minutes wipe the surface with dry material.
Turpentine, vinegar and flax oil
You can clean dirty furniture with a mixture of 50 milliliters of linseed oil and turpentine with the addition of 25 milliliters of vinegar essence. In this composition, you need to dip a piece of cotton wool and quickly wipe problem areas.
Sauerkraut brine
To get rid of traces of dirt, it is enough to moisten a piece of cloth in an acidic solution of sauerkraut and rinse the problem areas, and then clean the surface with a dry cloth. After this procedure, you should also treat the furniture with flannel.
Effective polishes
The use of polishes eliminates the need to prepare cleaning compounds. In addition, cleaning furniture with household chemicals reduces the likelihood of scratches or other defects arising from non-compliance with proportions.
Pronto
This polish is one of the most popular. It is enough to apply the product to the problem surface and wipe it with a dry cloth.
Chirton
Also applies to popular polishes. Chiron is formulated with wax that restores its gloss after treatment.
Emsal
Emsal has a gentle effect on the processed material and hides small scratches. The polish does not contain wax or silicone.
How to clean marble
To fill the pores on the marble surface and give a decorative look, the product is coated with a thin layer (from 1 to 5 mm) of epoxy resin - gelcoat. The material prevents mechanical and chemical damage to the finished product, does not allow odors and dirt particles that cause mold to be absorbed. At the same time, the thin coating is susceptible to impact damage from hard and sharp objects.
Gelcoat is a chemical and mechanical resistant coating, but some cleaning methods are not applicable to it.
- Metal and hard plastic brushes scratch the surface - it loses its shine and gloss.
- Do not wash the marble with abrasive cleaning agents - this will make the surface matte. Restoring the appearance will require polishing using special compounds and tools.
- Cleaning the surface with aggressive detergents (acids or alkalis) capable of dissolving the coating is also contraindicated.
We proceed directly to removing stains from the stone. As stated earlier, cleaning procedures depend on the type of contamination. So, if there are traces of organic origin on the marble - food, tobacco, drinks, waste products of pets, then such a well-known household attribute as hydrogen peroxide will best cope with them.In order to clean the porous stone, you will need to prepare a kind of compress.
- It is necessary to moisten some absorbent cloth with peroxide: a paper napkin, blotter, or simply a rag.
- Apply the resulting mass to the stain.
- Place a wet napkin or rag on top.
- Cover everything with foil.
All this is left for 24 hours, after which the procedure can be carried out again if the stains are not completely removed.
How to remove greasy stains from marble, be it resin, oil, cosmetics or hand cream? Such substances leave dark marks on the stone. Here the only detergent is absorbent powder (crumbled chalk or starch) and ammonia. Cleaning should begin by applying powder to the stain.
Removing rust stains from marble bathtubs, columns or slabs in the places of its connection with metal objects may require a special agent for professional cleaning of marble from metal oxidation products. As a rule, the instruction manual is present on the label of such products.
If the house has a marble sink or pool, the bottom of which is trimmed with marble tiles, then you will often notice that the surface of the stone in contact with water turns green. Cleaning this kind of dirt is often difficult. However, it is enough to wipe the stone with simple means, such as ammonia or hydrogen peroxide, and the green spots in the form of mold and mildew are erased.
Important! It is impossible to mix peroxide and ammonia under any circumstances, as this produces a poisonous gas. These substances are always used separately from each other!
Overview of special tools
There are six effective products that are often used when washing a Jacuzzi.
Wonder worker
It is an effective product used for disinfection and cleaning of bathroom structures. It can be used to remove grease, soap, dirt and even limescale residues from the coating. The main advantage of Wonder Worker is that it is completely safe for almost any type of coating.
To clean the jacuzzi, fill it with water and add some cleaning liquid. Then the pumps are turned on for half an hour. When they are turned off, the water is drained, and the structure is wiped with a cloth.
Jacuzzi Bagi
It is one of the most effective cleaners for swimming pools, massage baths and jacuzzis. Regular use of Bagi prevents the formation of fungi and bacteria. This detergent mixture can be used to clean both the external and internal surfaces of structures.
The bottom of the jacuzzi is covered with water, after which five milliliters of Bagi are added to it. The mixture is thoroughly mixed, after which it is washed off. Then water is re-typed, with which the washed surface is rinsed.
Mellured
It is a multifunctional product that not only removes impurities, but also helps to get rid of unpleasant odors. Mellured effectively fights bacteria, fungi and other dangerous microorganisms. Such household chemicals are used to remove plaque from the bowl itself and the pipeline.
Before cleaning, the detergent is mixed with some water, after which the bath is wiped with the resulting mixture.
Unicum
It is a versatile household cleaner that is often used to clean the Jacuzzi. It can help you get rid of mold, mildew and bacteria. One of the advantages of Unicum is that it cleans not only external coatings, but also internal pipes. Other benefits include disinfecting properties, grease removal and compatibility with most types of coatings.
Triton
This detergent is used to remove dirt from cast iron, steel and acrylic coatings. Triton is ideal for removing scale, scale, rust and grease. The product contains disinfecting components and therefore it is used to disinfect plumbing devices.
Use Triton regularly as it stops the growth of mold and mildew.
Edel weiss
Sometimes it is necessary to do the cleaning of the hydraulic system. For this, it is better to use Edel Weiss, which does an excellent job of this task. The composition is recommended to be mixed with some water during use. At the same time, only 250-300 milliliters of a chemical agent are consumed per hundred liters of water. Edel Weiss should not be combined with cold, but warm liquid.
Distinctive features of working with wooden furniture
Depending on the manufacturing characteristics, furniture may differ in sensitivity to a certain type of cleaning. Wooden surfaces can be damaged by the following factors:
- mechanical impact;
- the influence of acids or alkalis;
- a large amount of liquid;
- severe dryness;
- elevated temperatures.
In addition, it is important to take into account that wood has a porous structure. If you neglect the systematic cleaning of surfaces, there is a risk of grease getting into the structure of the material.
It will be very difficult to remove it.
It is important to consider that fat deposits tend to polymerize. It will not be possible to remove such stains without professional formulations.
Cleaning agents for various types of dirt
Depending on the type of dirt, various marble cleaners are used.
For cast marble, the following companies produce special products:
- Vega;
- Akemi;
- MELLERUD;
Grease stains
Common dirt left by dirty dishes or food debris is washed off with a soft cloth or sponge moistened with dishwashing detergent or ordinary soap. Then the surface of the product is washed with running water. After removing the dirt, it is recommended to wipe the marble with a soft dry cloth to remove streaks and give the product a shine.
Limescale
Limescale appears as white and yellowish spots on the marble surface, and its appearance is associated with the chemical composition of the water. It is easy to clean using special or "old-fashioned" methods:
- cleaning products that are sold in any store and do not contain an abrasive;
- food grade 9% vinegar applied to the surface for 2-3 minutes;
- lemon juice, which is applied with a soft cloth and washed after 1-2 minutes (this method, in addition to lime deposits, will eliminate unpleasant odors);
- mustard powder, dissolved in water to a paste state (the composition will clean and disinfect the surface);
- ammonia diluted with water;
- the popular Coca-Cola drink containing phosphoric acid.
Important!
It is necessary to apply the compositions for no more than 2-3 minutes. After cleaning, the products are washed with plenty of clean water.
Rust stains
Brown-red deposits are caused by water leaking from the taps and containing an increased amount of iron.
You can clean rust:
- special chemicals;
- self-prepared solution.
The first option is the easiest, but the second will not cause much trouble.
100 g of ammonia is poured into a glass jar, 50 g of hydrogen peroxide is gradually and carefully added to it. The composition, heated to 35-40 ° C, is applied to the rust with a soft cloth and after 10-15 minutes washed off with clean water
Dye
Oil, latex or acrylic paint that accidentally gets on the surface of the product (for example, during repairs) can be removed with sunflower oil. There is no need to use solvents. After removing the dirt, the product is washed with soapy water.
Removing stains from marble surfaces
In order to effectively remove stains from natural stone, it is necessary to identify what caused the appearance of this or that pollution, and then think about what to wash.
Divorces
If stains appeared from non-staining liquids, then you can remove them like this:
- After you notice a damp spot, blot it with a paper towel.Do not rub, as this will increase the spill area, and you will simply rub the moisture into the pores of the stone.
- Use a sponge dipped in a mild soapy solution to wipe the dirt off.
- Remove any excess moisture with a towel.
- Polish the surface with a dry soft cloth, and then there will be no more streaks.
Organic stains: coffee, tea, tobacco, juice, soda
It is easy to calculate what exactly organic products have left stains on marble, because they turn slightly pink. If the pollution has appeared on the marble that is on the street, then there is no need to worry - it will wash off by itself in the rain or burn out in the sun.
Such processes do not occur indoors, so bleach must be used for removal.
How to clean marble with hydrogen peroxide and ammonia:
- The two substances must be mixed in equal amounts and applied to the dirt.
- Leave on for 24 hours.
- Remove the remaining cleaning solution with a napkin and rinse with water.
- Wipe thoroughly.
Greasy and oil pollution, lotions, cosmetics
Such substances leave dark marks on the stone.
You can remove them with a natural absorbent, starch is best:
- It is poured directly onto the stain and left for several hours, the procedure is carried out until the pollution completely disappears.
- The surface must then be thoroughly washed with any natural stone cleaner.
If the stain persists the first time, you can try using a solvent to clean the marble:
- Soak a few paper towels in acetone and place on top of the dirt.
- After a few minutes, everything can be cleaned up, and the room must be well ventilated.
Rust
To remove this contamination, you must use a professional marble cleaner. Rust Eater gel works best. They wash stone surfaces according to the instructions on the package.
Ink
Such contaminants can also be easily removed with peroxide and ammonia. But these substances can only be used for white marble; for dark stone, acetone would be the ideal solution. The cleaned surface can be additionally polished with wax.
Special products for cast marble
Common kitchen care products may contain acids or chlorine. The use of such preparations can seriously harm the cast marble products. Therefore, special liquids are produced for cleaning and processing marble surfaces.
MELLERUD, Germany.
The volume of the bottle is 1000 ml. To prepare a solution, 5-8 caps of the agent (50-60 ml) are dissolved in 8-10 liters of warm water. The composition includes polishing additives.
To restore the shine lost after long-term use, the company produces a polish.
VEGA, Italy.
The composition includes components for disinfection, elimination of fungus and mold.
Akemi, Germany.
The line of the company's products contains products for all types of products - from hard, soft stone, granite, natural and cast stone. The products are packaged in containers from 50 ml to 5 liters.
HG, Germany.
The company produces surface care products from any materials. The capacity of the packages is from 300 ml to 5 liters.
So, adherence to simple rules for cleaning products made of cast marble will preserve their attractive appearance and consumer properties for a long time. It should be remembered that such materials need regular maintenance.
How to remove difficult stains from marble?
If a stain has formed on the surface of this natural stone that cannot be washed off with ordinary soapy water, you do not need to be upset. A product should be prepared, which will include components that can remove a certain stain.
Then you need any light-colored material. For example, a napkin, paper towel, or colorless sponge. The main thing is that this material is absorbent. A cleaning mass is prepared from it.Then it is impregnated with a solution prepared in advance and applied to the stain. This tool can be on marble from 1 hour to a day. The time will depend on the complexity of the pollution. It is better to cover the mass with polyethylene or a damp cloth and secure. This is to ensure that the solution does not dry out. After this procedure, the spots should disappear.
What you need to know when ordering and installing a monument
To make the monument easier to care for, its surface will be shiny longer, choose a product made of granite. It is more resistant to moisture, low or high temperatures. But keep in mind that scratches or chips can occur on the granite, so you need to be careful when installing the monument, when caring for the territory of the grave. Cracks in granite are very dangerous, because water gets into them, which will freeze and destroy the stone in winter, you need to repair the damage with a special putty. You can cover the surface with a protective agent, it will be convenient to do this with a roller, swab. When you pick up the ordered monument from the workshop, make sure that a high-quality polish has been applied, it must be designed specifically for granite. As experience shows, what can deteriorate the appearance of a stone is from any oil, some chemicals that are not intended for such a material.
You can renovate even a very old monument made of granite or marble; special means will clean it up and restore its shine. Many very old gravestones, due to moisture, gradually overgrow with moss. You can buy a special product in the store, dilute it and use it according to the instructions. With this tool, you can clean both the monument and the tiles around the grave from mold and moss. If you have any questions, you can ask those who are engaged in the manufacture of monuments - after all, we know a lot of useful information about the stone, and work experience matters.
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Removing greasy stains from marble
Oily and greasy stains are the most unpleasant type of stains. They come from cosmetics, creams, oils, food, and more. They leave a dark mark on the surface. They require a quick response, since if the stain is absorbed, it will be almost impossible to remove it.
Starch, chalk chips or any other absorbent powder will help fight such contamination. You need to apply it to the stain. Then you need to wait until it is completely absorbed, remove and apply a new layer. The second layer should be on the contaminated area for 24 hours. It can be removed with a stiff brush and detergent. Household chemicals can be replaced with ammonia.
After the procedure, the surface must be washed with water, dried and polished.
If the stain has not disappeared, you need to remove it with a solvent. Again, the white substance is taken from the napkins and soaked in acetone. Then the dirt is wiped with this mass.
4 tips for caring for your stone sink
Artificial stone is not as capricious in care as natural. It is not porous, unlike, for example, marble, which means that all accumulated stains can be easily removed with a sponge, rag and cleaning agent. But what household chemicals can you use? And what if gentle cleansing didn't work? Below are some tips on how to properly remove dirt.
Tip 1 - Prevention will make follow-up care easier
Dried water forms a deposit. It is much more difficult to clean it than just traces of tea or coffee. Therefore, the prevention of its formation will facilitate further care. To do this, wipe the sink dry after washing the dishes, do not leave wet rags, sponges, brushes on it.
Tip 2 - Use the soft side of a sponge or rag
Moreover, metal brushes should not be used, which with their rough side can scratch the sink. From once, perhaps nothing terrible will happen, but with repeated use it is fraught with consequences.
A melamine sponge can deal with dirt more effectively than usual.
Watch the video below on that topic:
Tip 3 - Use mild cleaning agents if the contamination is negligible
You can use both special products and the usual and familiar ones - dishwashing gel, mild soap without abrasive particles. The latter are suitable for everyday care and are several times cheaper.
It is better to remove freshly spilled wine, coffee or tea immediately so that later you do not need to spend a lot of time fighting an already ingrained stain.
Tip 4 - Remove stubborn stains with special powders or soaking
In the store you can buy special gels and powders for cleaning composite or acrylic stone. As a rule, on the reverse side of the instruction it is always indicated on which surfaces and on which one or another substance cannot be used.
It is not recommended to use products containing acids, alkalis, acetone and chlorine.
To remove stubborn dirt, apply a special cleaning agent and wipe the sink several times.
If this does not help, then you can try more radical measures - fill the bowl with water with the powder or gel dissolved in it for cleaning, closing the drain with a plug for a few minutes.
To get rid of limescale, which is the source of all contaminants, you can use special powders such as Comet or Pemolux.
It is best to lightly dilute the cleaning powder with water to a paste before use.
Polishing marble floors
If you can polish your marble floor, do so. Polishing and crystallizing the marble will help prevent the marble from absorbing dirt and restore its shine. Use polishing pastes for marble GLOSSY Polishing paste, POLISHING PASTE, TENAX, Bellinzoni, Akemi. Tytan Professional Marble and Stone Silicone Sealant, Lugato Marmor + Granit can discolor marble. Soft marble creates an artificial sheen and can damage the original sealant.
Marble is a porous material and its pores must remain open, and polishing and grinding can cover the pores, which over time can cause veins in the stone and then chipping. If you need to restore the shine of your marble, it is much better to rely on a professional polish and contact our cleaning company.
The advantage of the penetrating silicone sealant Silirub MA, KRASS, in addition to protecting against staining and stains on marble, still allows the stone to breathe.
Professional cleaners for marble
Professional cleaners are made specifically for marble surfaces and may vary according to the manufacturer's instructions. In this section we will look at the general application, you should be careful about the instructions.
Look for marble cleaners at hardware and home improvement stores. Professionals recommend Stone Tech, Resolve, Simple Green, FILA PS 87, Sanet Sprinter Lavosan, FILA MARBLE RESTORER, KiiltoClean, FILA CLEANER, MELON ZhS 9, they are used by cleaning companies because they have a mild chemical effect and neutral pH.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions. It makes sense to consult a marble manufacturer for the choice of cleaning agents.
Be frugal. Professional marble cleaners can be expensive, but if you are confident in their quality, they are usually worth the money. Keep marble cleaners out of the reach of children and pets.
Preventive methods
Removing stains from marble floors, polishing scratches, and other maintenance is an ongoing job, so there are some “preventative measures” you might want to consider.
Place a large, quality rug at the entrance leading to the marble floor outside.
Avoid using marble in areas where food is prepared or consumed. If this is not possible, use rugs near food production.
In winter, knock the snow off your boots before going out onto the marble. Salt oxidizes the marble and can cause damage.
Keep pets away from marble floors. Their claws can scratch the marble surface.
Keep a close eye on the condition of the marble surface, especially in areas of high traffic. Marble is a very hard stone, so it provides an excellent surface for heavy wear, but it is also a porous material. However, if the protective surface of the marble is wiped off, it will begin to absorb any stains and spilled drinks, resulting in staining.
Advice
Clean up spilled drinks immediately because marble is a very porous material.
If the marble becomes tarnished as a result of any cleaning method, try rubbing it with a basic AKEMI crystallizer, AK1, using a thick soft cloth. Rinse and dry the marble floor.
Most so-called "budget home cleaning products" actually do more harm than good. Mixtures of household products based on alcohol or lemon will etch marble in the same way as vinegar.
Marble is a soft and porous material (calcium carbonate) and will react poorly to acidic and highly alkaline materials. Thus, critical cleaners include wine vinegar, ammonia (which is often cited as an alternative cleaning agent), alcohol and abrasive cleaners, and tile cleaners.
Care rules
Hookah owners must come to terms with the inevitability of being washed periodically. Different parts require specific care. It does not hurt to clarify in advance if the inside of the bowl can be cleaned with solvents. Abrasives, brushes and scrapers must not be used. It is recommended to wash the device every time after use, letting it cool down.
You may need a special thin and soft brush, which is used to clean the mine, hoses, glass or metal mouthpiece (but not wooden). In general, it is better to study the device of the hookah in advance in order to understand what it is made of, what cleaning means can be used.
Floor protection methods
Several protection methods will help keep the stone shiny and beautiful.
Using wax
The wax creates a protective film, it lasts a long time and preserves the expensive floor. At the same time, there are also disadvantages - it requires periodic cleaning and renewal of the layer.
Special dirt repellents
Such compositions prevent various contaminants from entering the depth of the marble, create a protective film, and the floor is easier to clean. Impregnations with dirt-repellent agents tint the floor, it shines and seems damp.
Combination of impregnation and wax
The combined method is considered the best. Mixed formulations are sold in stores and do not need to be prepared at home.
Polishing
Polishing protects the stone from abrasions and scratches. Special means are divided into several types:
- give the stone a matte sheen without a mirror effect;
- high-gloss products;
- means that give the surface an anti-slip effect, and the floor becomes less traumatic.
Polishing restores a dull floor.
