Beautiful stone.
Simple care.

Granite & quartzite

Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner and a soft cloth. Rinse and dry. Blot spills promptly; use coasters and trivets. Avoid acidic cleaners and abrasive powders. Sealing needs vary by slab: confirm the appropriate product and schedule with your supplier. Sealer improves stain resistance; it does not make stone stain-proof.

Sealing natural stone

Follow your stone supplier’s recommendations and the sealer manufacturer’s directions for your specific slab and finish. Confirm the product, application method and curing time before starting.

Arizona Tile’s recommendations. Their guidance calls for sealing quartzite and other natural stones once fabrication and installation moisture has dried, before the surface is used. Drying time depends on the stone and site conditions. Let the sealer cure fully.

For quartzite, Arizona Tile recommends a solvent-based impregnating sealer with repeated applications, allowing absorption and drying between coats. They also advise sealing cut edges and openings during installation. Discuss these details with our team; follow the chosen sealer’s instructions for application and excess removal.

Reassess sealing needs according to absorption, exposure and use rather than a fixed schedule. Sealing improves resistance to staining; it does not make stone stain-proof or prevent acid etching.

Read Arizona Tile’s sealing guidance ↗

Marble: beauty that evolves

Marble develops a patina with everyday use: changes in sheen, small scratches and other signs of age become part of its appearance. Choose marble if you are comfortable with a surface that will change over time.

Etching is different from staining. Acids such as lemon juice, vinegar and wine can react with marble and leave dull or lighter-looking marks. These are changes to the stone’s surface, not dirt that can be cleaned away. Sealing does not prevent acid etching. Honing may make etches less noticeable, but does not prevent them.

Some stains may be permanent. Oils, colored liquids and other substances can penetrate the stone. Prompt cleanup and appropriate sealing help reduce staining, but do not eliminate the risk. Some stains cannot be fully removed, even with professional treatment. Restoration may improve etches, scratches or stains, but a like-new result cannot be guaranteed.

Daily care. Blot spills promptly. Use a soft cloth and pH-neutral stone cleaner, then rinse and dry. Use coasters, cutting boards and trivets. Avoid acidic cleaners, abrasive pads and DIY polishing products. Ask a qualified stone-care professional about persistent marks.

Is marble right for you? Be comfortable with aging, etching, scratches and possible lasting stains before selecting marble. If keeping a consistently uniform appearance is a priority, ask our team to help compare other surfaces. Limestone also requires gentle, non-acidic care.

Honed slabs & matte finishes

Honed describes a smooth, low-sheen finish, rather than a type of stone. Follow the care instructions for both your material and its finish.

Everyday care. Use a soft cloth and a pH-neutral cleaner approved for your surface. Rinse thoroughly and dry to reduce streaks. Fingerprints, oils and cleaning residue may be more noticeable on some matte surfaces, especially darker colors. Blot spills promptly.

Keep the matte appearance. Avoid abrasive pads, polishing compounds and waxes unless specifically approved; they may alter the sheen. Do not scrub one spot aggressively. Ask a stone-care professional about persistent marks or uneven sheen.

Sealing & etching. Natural stone sealing needs depend on the individual slab and use; confirm the appropriate sealer and schedule. Sealer helps resist staining but does not prevent acid etching. Honed marble and limestone can still etch, although marks may be less noticeable than on polished finishes. A honed finish does not make stone stain-proof or scratch-proof. For matte quartz or porcelain, follow the manufacturer’s finish-specific instructions; do not apply natural stone sealer unless directed.

Quartz

Routine care. Use a damp soft cloth with gentle soap or a manufacturer-approved pH-neutral quartz cleaner. Rinse and dry; clean spills promptly.

Prevent damage. Use trivets under hot cookware and heat-producing appliances. Heat can cause discoloration or cracking. Use cutting boards and protect edges from impacts. Avoid abrasive pads, oven cleaners, paint strippers, bleach and acetone unless your product’s manufacturer specifically approves their use. Check outdoor and UV-exposure suitability before selecting quartz.

Honed quartz. Arizona Tile notes that matte quartz may show fingerprints, streaks and residue more readily, particularly in strong light. Use only cleaners and cleaning tools approved for that exact product and finish; do not attempt to polish away marks.

Sealing exceptions. Quartz generally does not require sealing, but product-specific exceptions exist. Arizona Tile recommends a solvent-based sealer for Metropolis quartz. Confirm the current instructions and approved product with the supplier before applying any sealer.

Stubborn marks. Follow your brand’s stain-removal instructions. A cleaner approved for one quartz product may be unsuitable for another; ask before using solvents, specialty cleaners or scraping tools.

Arizona Tile / Della Terra quartz care ↗

Porcelain & ultracompact surfaces

For routine cleaning, use water and mild soap, then rinse and dry. Follow the specific product and finish instructions for stubborn residue and approved cleaners. Use cutting boards and trivets, and protect exposed edges from heavy impacts. Do not apply sealers or coatings unless the manufacturer directs you to.

Recycled glass

Care depends on the binder and brand. Confirm whether your surface is resin-based or cement-based and obtain its care instructions. Until confirmed, use a gentle pH-neutral cleaner and soft cloth, rinse and dry. Use trivets and cutting boards. Ask the manufacturer whether sealing is required before applying any product.

Shower walls

Use a soft squeegee after showering to reduce water and soap buildup. Choose cleaners approved for your wall material; avoid acidic limescale removers on natural stone. Keep the area ventilated. Report deteriorating joints, leaks or loose components to your contractor. Surface cleaning does not replace maintenance of waterproofing or shower components.