Let it dry as per the instructions and use a clean damp microfiber or cotton cloth to remove it.
Can you use car wax on cultured marble.
Again always apply the wax to a hidden area to make sure it won t damage the marble.
Once the surface dirt is removed you can begin polishing.
Wax is still recommended in some circles and it won t necessarily hurt the marble but it s a poor solution and is hardly ever used anymore.
Remember that cultured marble is vulnerable to scratches and dents.
Make sure to never use the black wax on a light colored granite countertop as it can result in the stone darkening.
Polishes that are safe for cultured marble countertops include.
Here s how to repair a cultured marble countertop without sanding.
A new can of car wax works great on old cultured marble made from acrylics and other synthetic stuff and old formica countertops.
Maybe that s why car wax was suggested.
To wax the marble yourself you can use a special countertop wax but be sure to test on a hidden area.
If you maintain and learn how to clean your cultured marble properly it can last a considerable amount of time without professional help.
But even after waxing you d still see the a difference between the dull and shiny areas.
Take appliance wax car wax or silicone sealer and fill in the fine scratches.
Some commercial car waxes contain carnauba wax along with silicone and other interesting chemicals that are formulated for modern car paint instead of marble countertops.
Some cultured marble manufacturers suggest using car wax or a special countertop wax to clean and shine the marble.
If years of wear have dulled the cultured marble surface treat it like a car and wax it.
Water and silica products are also suitable for polishing them.
This will make the surface of your cultured marble countertop look better.
If you have removed the existing faucets like we have you may need to use a heavy duty degreaser to clean those areas.
For polishing you can use either car wax or countertop wax.
Or you can add a cultured marble polish as a top coat for your countertop or bathroom vanity.
Use a soft clean cloth to apply automotive polishing compound to the entire surface.
Apply the wax to the countertop according to the directions.
Before polishing cultured marble you ll want to clean it as well as possible.
For darker granite countertops you can use a black wax.
Do not attempt to use car wax as it will not properly complete the job.
Buff with a second clean cloth and the shine is restored.
For a severely damaged counter use a mechanical buffer to restore the shine.
Wax scuffs easily requiring constant buffing re application eventually turning yellow requiring stripping.
I use car wax on all my sinks and appliances too.
Apply the car wax.
