MB-11® Touch Up

Generally, it's best to use the powder on lighter-colored stones that are calcite-based. Dark surfaces might become dingy or change their hue if you use this product on them.

Whether you've got a limestone, terrazzo, travertine, or marble countertop, you can use this marble polishing powder. Each stone has its own individual makeup and might require different techniques to acquire the proper finish. You may always contact us for more information. Find detailed directions and how-to video on the Guides tab above.

It's important to choose the right marble product for your home. Polished and honed versions have many similarities and differences. Let's learn about them below:



Shine - Honed marble tends to have an unpolished and matte finish. The surface doesn't really reflect light and features a more natural appearance. However, polished marble is shined and smoothed with abrasive materials to reflect the light. That gives it the bright look. Shined marble is more common in homes, but honed marble is becoming increasingly popular.

Durability - Both honed and polished marble are similar in this area. It's a natural stone, so it's tough. However, you must seal it to prevent etching and stains. Honed marble has a duller and rougher surface, so it doesn't show imperfections as easily. Polished marble repels stains better because its surface isn't as porous.

Color - Marble comes in many colors and gradients. Even countertops from the same slab might have a different hue if it's polished.

Aesthetics - You should also think about the aesthetics of your bathroom or kitchen when choosing between honed or polished marble. They are made of the same material, but the finish you select completely changes their appearance. Honed marble works better for natural and organic decorating styles because it creates a warm and neutral backdrop for other decorative touches. Polished marble, on the other hand, features a high-end and refined look. It pairs well with decorative lighting and ornate features and can stand alone as the decoration in the space because of its sheen.

Etch marks ruin the beautiful appearance of your marble surface. However, polishing powder can remove them easily.



Marble features calcium carbonate, which reacts violently with acidic agents, such as basic hand soap and household cleaners. Whenever they touch the marble, those acids create light scratches and etch marks in moments.



Generally, marble etch marks show up as dull and light because the acid reacts to them and physically dissolves some of the top surfaces. Once that happens, the marble below is exposed. It's not polished, so it can cause dull spots compared to the polished surroundings.

Your goal is to remove marble etch marks from the surfaces. You can prevent etching by using cutting boards and mats when making meals and beverages. Here are a few tips for using MB-11® Marble Polishing Powder:



Don't put too much of the product on the marble surface, or you could damage it. Less is more. You can always repeat it if you don't get rid of the etches./li>

Use a white towel to prevent pigments from the material staining or entering the space while you're polishing the stain away.

Create a paste with the polishing powder, either using a few mists of water or adding a few drops to the powder.

For safe practices, wear gloves.

Use a slightly moistened and clean white towel and rub the area until it's dry, but don't apply too much pressure here.

To get a professional touch, spray a little more water on the area, using the same part of the towel (with residue), rubbing in circles. Use a quick back/forth motion with higher pressure to produce the shiny, dry surface you want.

Repeat the process as necessary.

Use a pH-neutral stone-safe marble cleaner at the end to neutralize the polishing powder during removal. Our MB-5 product works well!