Have you got a turmeric stain on your marble counter? I’ll show you how to easily and quickly get rid of it without damaging the counter.
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Before you get your hands dirty with making your own cleaning concoctions I suggest using a marble cleaning product. I highly recommend the Stone Care International Granite Cleaner for this particular problem.
This granite cleaner spray penetrates the granite and is designed specifically for these types of natural stone top counters. As well as tackling the spills and stains (new and old) pulling out the dirt and grime, it cleans your countertop without leaving those unwanted streak marks leaving it clean and shiny after drying.
Due to its ammonia and phosphate free formula, food preparation can also resume after use of this product making it a quick and easy solution to clean up any mess as it happens and carry on as you were.
Having this product in your kitchen cupboard is ideal to avoid interruptions to your meal prep while keeping your kitchen clean and shiny. At a very reasonable price this product can go a long way in keeping your kitchen looking brand new with a few minutes work before taking to the cauldron to make those DIY solutions.
Store-bought cleaning products like this are safe to use when following the instructions, and if applied in the right situations can do the job perfectly for your kitchen countertops. This can also be used on multiple other natural stone surfaces.
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Baking soda paste
A DIY baking soda paste can be used to clean turmeric stains from granite countertops.
Baking soda pastes work wonders on many things, and this homemade potion can go a long way in helping clean up some turmeric stains. You can do this by mixing a spoonful of baking soda and enough water to form a thick paste.
Ensure this is mixed well together. Apply the paste to the turmeric stain and let sit for around 10 minutes. After the paste has worked its magic, gently scrub the stained area in a consistent circular motion using a damp cloth or soft brush.
Press harder if you need to. You may need to repeat this process until the stain is fully gone. Ensure to clean up any debris and mess after use with a clean cloth and warm water.
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Rubbing alcohol
Rubbing alcohols, including hand sanitizers containing alcohol, can also be used to clean turmeric stains from granite countertops.
Rubbing alcohol is a powerful disinfectant often used for daily household cleaning. The very nature of this product is to clean. Using a small cloth, rub the alcohol into the stain in a circular motion. Add more pressure and repeat as necessary to tackle the bothersome stain.
Ensure you wash your hands with warm soapy water after use of these products.
Watered down vinegar
Diluted vinegar is another household liquid that can be used to clean turmeric stains from marble countertops.
The acidic nature of vinegar gives it great properties for breaking down dirt and grime, removing deposits and stains, therefore making it a very good and helpful household cleaner that’s never too far away.
Dilute the vinegar with water, creating a small mixture. 2 parts water, 1 part vinegar. Once you’re happy with the ratio, apply the vinegar solution to the stained area. Leave the solution to sit on the stain for 10 minutes, allowing it to work. Remove the solution using a damp cloth, soft brush or even an old toothbrush for more localized cleaning.
Ensure the surface area is clean and washed down with a cloth and warm water.
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Does turmeric stain white granite easier?
Yes. Turmeric is notorious for staining, and this will show up on white granite easily.
When we have a stain as strong as turmeric we need to take action fast and remove the stain as quickly as possible.
Granite is a strong material, but not even the strongest materials are turmeric-proof. Wipe the stain up as soon as it happens to avoid any painstaking work down the road.
Does cleaning the turmeric stain straightaway make a difference?
Yes. Turmeric is notorious for staining on many materials and surfaces, and this will show up on white granite easily.
On any white background stains can show up with ease, but when we have a stain as strong as turmeric we need to take action fast and remove the stain as quickly as possible. marble is a strong material, but not even the strongest materials are turmeric-proof. Wipe the stain up as soon as it happens to avoid any painstaking work down the road.
Why does turmeric stain so easily?
Turmeric contains curcumin which helps towards its bright yellow pigment. Turmeric is also slightly oily and due to this can penetrate fabrics and many other materials.
Whether cooking with turmeric powder or root, any dish containing turmeric can cause unwanted stains and we’ve all seen foods containing turmeric jump from plate to countertop, or even your new white T-shirt.
Due to its vibrant pigment, turmeric can also be used as a coloring agent. Its absorbing and oily nature means that turmeric is not water-soluble and therefore when the stain comes in contact with water there is a high chance the turmeric could spread through the water, making the stain appear worse.
Watch out when turmeric is about!
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