This process of oxidation is similar to the rusting of metal.
White marble with rust lines.
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White marble often has deposits of iron.
This oxidation process is accelerated when the tile is saturated as in the flood in the above example.
It is a paste that is typically the consistency of peanut butter that is applied to the stained area.
Usually the problem occurs in showers and on floors because there is water under or behind the tiles.
White marble tiles can remain for years without yellowing then over time may slowly turn yellow and in severe causes may turn completely brown.
Marble is a porous stone which allows stains to soak into it more easily and requires a poultice to remove the stains.
This process of oxidation is similar to the rusting of metal.
Steps for removing rust from marble a poultice is a homemade stain remover that is often used to treat most types of stains.
The chlorine in tap water can cause these stains to become even darker.
Removing rust stains from white marble rust stains are typically caused by a metallic object begin left on the surface and generally are copper to brown.
The white marble tiled floor in my entrance hallway and half bath has grout between the tiles.
White marble tiles can remain for years without yellowing then over time may slowly turn yellow and in severe causes may turn completely brown.
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It is then covered in plastic wrap and left to sit for 24 to 48 hours before removing.
Rust stains are common around faucets due to particles of iron in tap water.
It probably has never been cleaned.
However you can use a commercial marble poultice at home to treat tough rust stains.
Rust stains are the most challenging marble stains to remove.
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This oxidation process is accelerated when the tile is saturated as in the flood in the above example.