Which detergents are the least damaging to the stone floor for daily cleaning?
Publish Time: 2024-12-16
Stone floor is the first choice for many places because of its beautiful and durable characteristics. However, daily cleaning is essential to maintain the brilliance of stone floor for a long time, and the selection of detergents is a key link. Using the wrong detergent may corrode and wear the stone surface.
For common marble floor, because its main component is calcium carbonate, it is afraid of acidic substances. Neutral detergents should be used, such as mild detergent dilution, which is prepared at a ratio of 1:50, which can effectively remove daily dust and stains without damaging the stone. If the ground is stained with oil, a small amount of special stone degreaser can be used. This type of degreaser is usually weakly alkaline with a pH value between 7 and 8.5. It is used alternately with detergent. First, the degreaser is used to locally treat the oil stains, then the whole is wiped with a warm water solution of detergent, and finally rinsed with clean water. This can make the marble as bright as new and eliminate the hidden danger of surface corrosion.
Granite ground has high hardness and slightly strong acid and alkali resistance, but it is still not suitable for strong corrosive detergents. For daily cleaning, you can use a cleaning paste containing a small amount of silica microparticles. It uses physical friction to remove dirt without damaging the stone structure. After wiping, just wipe it with a wet cloth. If you encounter stubborn stains, such as ink marks, you can carefully use a cleaner containing a small amount of hydrogen peroxide. The concentration must be controlled within 3%. Apply it locally and rub it gently to prevent hydrogen peroxide from excessively oxidizing the stone color.
Artificial stone ground has good stability and a wider range of cleaning options, but for the sake of safety, neutral detergents are still the main choice. For example, a multi-functional cleaning spray, use a soft mop or rag to quickly dry it after spraying to avoid discoloration caused by residual water stains. If you encounter glue stains, you can wipe it gently with an alcohol cotton ball. The alcohol evaporates quickly and will not penetrate into the stone to cause damage. Then use a regular detergent to wipe off the residual alcohol smell and keep the ground fresh.
In short, before cleaning the stone floor, you need to first identify the type of stone, accurately select the combination of cleaning agents, and strictly control the concentration and method of use. Only with such careful care can the stone floor remain shiny over the years and continue to add an elegant texture to the indoor and outdoor environment.
