I have a table with a white marble top that is left outside all year.
Over a few years the surface has weathered and become rough. I would
like to smooth it and possibly protect it (too heavy to move indoors).

My first thought was to use very fine wet and dry emery paper on a flat
board with water lubricant. Is there some better way?

I have no idea what to use to protect it, nor even if it a good idea. I
know I could use a varnish of some kind but this would create a
different surface and change the colour. Has anyone used a protective
coating that he or she can recommend?

Peter Scott

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Peter Scott wrote:
I have no idea what to use to protect it, nor even if it a good idea. I
know I could use a varnish of some kind but this would create a
different surface and change the colour. Has anyone used a protective
coating that he or she can recommend?

A *good* tile supplier will have sealants for marble, etc.

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*How about "never"? Is "never" good for you?

Dave Plowman London SW
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Peter Scott wrote:
I have a table with a white marble top that is left outside all year.
Over a few years the surface has weathered and become rough. I would
like to smooth it and possibly protect it (too heavy to move indoors).

My first thought was to use very fine wet and dry emery paper on a flat
board with water lubricant. Is there some better way?


That is a start. Then finish up with 'T cut' on a buffing mop.

I have no idea what to use to protect it, nor even if it a good idea. I
know I could use a varnish of some kind but this would create a
different surface and change the colour. Has anyone used a protective
coating that he or she can recommend?

I have used lithofin sealer and color enhancer on marble tiles to
reasonable effect.


Peter Scott

The Natural Philosopher wrote:

My first thought was to use very fine wet and dry emery paper on a
flat board with water lubricant. Is there some better way?


That is a start. Then finish up with 'T cut' on a buffing mop.

That's a great idea. I wouldn't have thought of that. Thanks



I have used lithofin sealer and color enhancer on marble tiles to
reasonable effect.

Right I'll try to get hold of that


Peter Scott