How do I clean natural stone floors in Nairobi?

Natural stone floors — marble, granite, travertine, and limestone — are common in upmarket Nairobi homes in Karen, Muthaiga, and Gigiri. They require specialist care to avoid permanent damage.

What Damages Natural Stone

• Acidic cleaners – Vinegar, lemon juice, and most general floor cleaners are acidic; they etch marble and limestone permanently
• Bleach – Strips the seal and discolours stone
• Abrasive pads – Scratch polished stone surfaces
• Excessive water – Soaks into porous stone, causing staining and structural damage

Safe Stone Floor Cleaning

• Sweep daily with a soft-bristle broom or dry microfibre mop — never use abrasive brushes
• Mop with a pH-neutral stone cleaner diluted per instructions — never use standard tile cleaners on marble or limestone
• Dry immediately after mopping — do not leave standing water
• Seal marble and limestone annually — sealing is critical in Nairobi where hard water deposits cause rapid surface damage

Stain Removal on Stone

• Oil-based stains: apply cornflour or poultice paste, leave overnight, sweep off
• Organic stains (tea, coffee): diluted hydrogen peroxide on white or light stone only
• Rust stains from furniture: specialist rust remover for stone — do not use oxalic acid on marble

Professional Stone Floor Care

Bestcare provides professional stone floor cleaning using pH-neutral products, diamond pad polishing for marble, and annual sealing to protect your investment.

Protect your stone floors — visit Bestcare Cleaning Services or call 0709004600.