Central Singapore · Quoted from photos

Marble Etch Repair & Shine Restoration in Central Singapore

Etch marks are the dull, cloudy spots and rings that appear where something acidic touched the marble: lemon juice, vinegar, soft drinks, wine, tomato sauce or a bathroom cleaner. The acid dissolves a thin layer of the polished surface. Cleaning won't remove it, but honing and re-polishing will, and the shine comes back to match the rest of the stone.

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Grey marble floor around a kitchen island after polishing — Around the kitchen island

What etch repair includes

Checking how deep the etching is
Light etching: polishing compound to bring the shine back
Deeper etching: diamond honing, then polishing
Blending the area into the surrounding shine
Sealing and advice on safe cleaners

Signs of etching

Dull rings where glasses or bottles stood
Cloudy patches where cleaner was sprayed
Rough or dull drips on vanity tops
Dull trails where a mop with the wrong cleaner went
Shine gone around the sink or stove

Etch Repair & Marble Shine: what you should know

Why marble etches

Marble is made of calcium carbonate, which reacts with acid. Even mild acids such as lemon, vinegar, cola, wine and many bathroom and kitchen cleaners eat into the polished surface in seconds. The mark is physical damage, not dirt, which is why scrubbing doesn't help.

Light vs deep etching

Light etching only affects the shine and can usually be polished out with a marble polishing compound. Deeper etching feels rough and needs diamond honing to take the surface back to undamaged stone before polishing. We check which you have before quoting.

Can a sealer stop etching?

No. Sealers stop liquids soaking in, but acid still reacts with the surface. The best protection is using pH-neutral cleaners, coasters and trays, and wiping acidic spills straight away. A honed (matt) finish also shows etching much less than gloss.

Etch Repair & Marble Shine prices

Service	Price (SGD)
Etch removal, spots or rings	Quoted from photos
Whole vanity or table top	Quoted from photos
Whole floor re-polish	From $1/sq ft*

*Indicative starting rates. Minimum job charge $350 ($250 for sealing only). Final price depends on the marble type, its condition, how much grinding it needs, the area and access. Spot repairs, vanity tops, bathroom walls and regrouting are quoted from photos. The price we confirm on WhatsApp is the price you pay.

Timeline

Wait to start: Usually 1 to 3 days
Time on site: A few spots: 1 to 3 hours. A whole vanity top or kitchen area: half a day

How a job works

WhatsApp us 3 or 4 photos of the marble, including a close-up of any marks, plus your condo or block and the areas you want done.
Get a price. We reply with an estimate the same day, or visit within 1 to 3 days to check the stone.
Book a date. Jobs usually start 3 to 7 days after you confirm.
We protect, hone, polish and seal, with walls and cabinets sheeted off and the slurry cleaned up daily.
Inspect together and pay by PayNow or bank transfer once you're happy.

Before we arrive

Clear small items, rugs and anything fragile from the area.
Tell us if you need help moving large furniture.
Point out any cracks, hollow tiles, stains or etch marks you want us to focus on.
Check your condo's renovation rules: notice, lift booking and working hours.
Keep pets and children away from the work area while machines are running.

Aftercare

Use a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Keep lemons, vinegar, perfume and toiletries on trays. Wipe spills straight away and use coasters.

Which cleaners are safe for marble →

Central Singapore focus22 central areas, short travel, more available dates
Price before workConfirmed on WhatsApp
Diamond honing, not waxWe polish the stone, not a coating
Wet, dust-free processWalls and cabinets sheeted off

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Etch Repair & Marble Shine photos from recent jobs

Real photos from our recent marble jobs.

Marble hallway with a satin finish — Satin finish in a hallway

Polished grey marble along a kitchen corridor — Kitchen corridor after polishing

Beige marble living room after polishing — Living room after polishing

Grey marble floor in a study after polishing — Study room floor

Frequently asked questions

What is an etch mark on marble?

A dull or cloudy spot where acid has dissolved the polished surface. It is lighter than the stone, while a stain is darker.

Can etch marks be removed?

Yes. Light etching is polished out; deeper etching is honed first. The shine is restored to match the rest of the stone.

Can I fix etching myself?

Very light etching can sometimes be improved with a marble polishing powder. Deeper etching needs diamond pads and a machine, and DIY attempts often leave a patchy finish.

Which cleaners cause etching?

Anything acidic: vinegar, lemon-based cleaners, limescale removers, many bathroom sprays and some all-purpose cleaners. Use a cleaner labelled pH-neutral or safe for natural stone.

Want your marble shining again?

Send 3 or 4 photos of your marble on WhatsApp and get a price, usually the same day.

WhatsApp us Call +65 9450 9801