Installing new granite countertops is a major step in any home improvement project.
Car wax on cultured marble.
If you use car wax instead of granite wax it will not work properly.
They re available at auto supply stores as rubbing red more abrasive and polishing white less abrasive compounds.
Safe on glass and ceramic cooktops.
Can i use automotive rubbing compound to polish up a cultured marble bathroom countertop.
Not up for re.
For a severely damaged counter use a mechanical buffer to restore the shine.
An automotive car wax is ideal for scratched areas of a cultured marble.
Fiberglass tubs and showers cultured marble vanity tops and sinks acrylic tubs whirlpools and laminate countertops.
Or you can add a cultured marble polish as a top coat for your countertop or bathroom vanity.
Automotive compounds are mildly abrasive materials that are used to smooth and remove blemishes from cultured marble fiberglass paint or clear finishes.
Alternatively you can use a high speed buffer.
Polishes that are safe for cultured marble countertops include.
Water and silica products are also suitable for polishing them.
In addition it will not produce an adequate shine and the product is not designed to protect your granite like the granite wax is.
Remember that cultured marble is vulnerable to scratches and dents.
This will make the surface of your cultured marble countertop look better.
Bring it up to a high shine with a wool buffing pad.
Your cultured marble may occasionally require waxing to restore its original glaze and shine if it has become dull.
One step cleaner and wax.
For polishing you can use either car wax or countertop wax.
Apply the car wax.
Again always apply the wax to a hidden area to make sure it won t damage the marble.
Apply the wax to the countertop according to the directions.
You will risk damaging the surface.
Wax is an old school method to add some shine to marble but it will yellow in time and must be maintained.
I used a carnauba car wax to seal my chalk paint painted furniture in my airbnb.
These days you d use a product like the topical granite marble polish which is a non wax based protectant and shine enhancer.
If years of wear have dulled the cultured marble surface treat it like a car and wax it.
Here s how to repair a cultured marble countertop without sanding.
Once you know its ok apply as follows.
Some cultured marble manufacturers suggest using car wax or a special countertop wax to clean and shine the marble.
I don t need perfection just an makeover after 25 years.
You don t use wax or the above product on a matte finish.
Seals with carnauba wax.
Let it dry as per the instructions and use a clean damp microfiber or cotton cloth to remove it.
Buff with a second clean cloth and the shine is restored.