Problem

Can I use sandpaper on marble?

Marble can scratch, etch, or become uneven if sanded with the wrong abrasive.

Answer

Do not use standard sandpaper on visible polished marble. Marble needs stone-specific abrasives and methods.

Why it happens
Stone refinishing normally needs the correct stone abrasives and a controlled grit sequence.
Recommended grit
Do not use standard sandpaper for visible marble polishing. Use stone-specific refinishing abrasives.
Wet or dry
Wet methods are normally used for stone refinishing.
Success check
The marble is not made worse by random sanding scratches.

What to do

  1. Identify whether the marble is polished, honed, or damaged.
  2. Avoid standard sandpaper on visible polished marble.
  3. Use stone-specific abrasives for refinishing.
  4. Test any repair method in a hidden area first.
Avoid: Do not use coarse sandpaper on polished marble.

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