MARBLELIFE^® of Sarasota

Marble protection starts with understanding the surface—whether it’s a floor, countertop, or shower wall. MARBLELIFE Sarasota offers FREE consultations to provide customized recommendations based on your specific material, usage patterns, and environment. We assess everything from proper marble care products and floor mat placement to daily maintenance routines, traffic volume, and prior cleaning methods.     

Marble damage can be associated with wear, acid-etching, and staining.   

Seal to Enhance Stain Resistance: Marble is porous and can easily absorb liquids, causing permanent staining if not properly sealed. Many silicone-based sealers break down when exposed to acidic substances like vinegar or wine. Re-sealing every two years is recommended for homes—and even more often for commercial spaces like bars or restaurants. Marble sealing is a small cost compared to replacing a stained surface. 

Acid-Etching: Marble can be dissolved by acids. Acidic cleaners like vinegar or citrus-scented products can dull surfaces by pitting them. Avoid acidic cleaners altogether. Use only cleaners specifically designed for marble. MARBLELIFE cleaners are stone and seal-safe, formulated to avoid restoration issues. Approximately 20% of MARBLELIFE’s residential restoration projects involve damage from inappropriate cleaners.   

Wear: Contrary to popular belief, it’s not foot traffic but tiny particles like sand or grit that scratches and dull marble surfaces. Combat this with regular dust-mopping and entrance mats that trap debris before it damages your floors. This simple step can significantly extend the life of your marble floor finish. 

If in doubt, call MARBLELIFE Sarasota for a FREE consultation. A little expert guidance today can save thousands in future marble restoration costs—and spare you hours of frustration from trial and error. We’re here to help protect the beauty and longevity of your surfaces.  

We are happy to assist.   

Not always. Sometimes, issues arise from build-up caused by wax-containing cleaners, often marketed as “clean-and-shine” or “Clean-and-seal” products or polishes.  

These products can leave behind waxes or oil, resulting in a dull, dingy look over time. In such cases, MARBLELIFE Sarasota recommends professional cleaning to remove the build-up and free the surface so you can see its natural beauty.   

We recommend you use a professional stone craftsman to ensure that these materials are removed with a surface and seal safe method. Otherwise, one might create a new issue in trying to resolve the current.   

Once the surface is back under control and free of build-up, MARBLELIFE can recommend care processes and products that will allow a homeowner to maintain the surface.  

A high traffic floor building will require periodic maintenance. But done properly this is much more cost effective than periodic restoration.  

For chips, cracks, or damage from acidic cleaners or spills, no cleaner can repair the damage. Restoration is needed to return the surface to its original, beautiful condition. 

MARBLELIFE-ENDURACRETE will restore your floor to its original appearance unless an alternate finish is specified. Once restored, these surfaces will remain beautiful if cleaned with appropriate cleaners and protected from abrasive materials.