How to care for metallic finishes and Faux Marble
Metallic finishes and faux marble are popular in the design world since they can add an enhanced sense of glamour and style to any interior space. Careful cleaning and maintenance ensures that you will enjoy your furniture for years to come.
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Cleaning & Maintenance
Discover how to clean and maintain items comprising faux marble, silver plating, polished stainless steel and metallic finishes.
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Polished Stainless Steel And Metallic Finishes
Dust off polished stainless steel and metallic finishes regularly with a feather duster or soft clean cloth. Remove stubborn stains with tepid water or a mild household cleaner. Never use hot water, caustic chemicals or adhesive removers. Avoid paper towels, squeegees, and the like.
Clean polished stainless steel and metallic finishes with diluted cleaner. Apply a small amount directly to a clean cloth and gently wipe the surface. If the finish is not altered or transferred to the cloth, continue with cleaning the rest of the product. Remove any cleaner residue with a clean cloth dampened with tepid water, then dry with a clean cloth. Do not let air dry.
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Faux Marble
Dust the faux marble object once a week with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasives for cleaning. Test a mild all-purpose cleaner on a small, hidden area before cleaning your faux marble with it. If the surface is not altered, you can continue with cleaning the rest of the object. Spray the cleaner on the faux marble and wipe clean with a damp sponge. Rinse the sponge with water and wipe away any excess cleaner. Dry the faux marble with a chamois or microfiber towel.
Restore the shine of your faux marble with wax or fiberglass polish. Do this twice a year or as often as needed. Apply a thin, even layer of countertop wax or fiberglass polish with a soft cloth if the faux marble looks dull. Allow the wax or polish to dry to a haze, then buff the faux marble to a shine with a clean, soft cloth or chamois.
