Since the time of the Etruscans, stone has accompanied humankind as the guardian of memory. Ancient necropolises, Roman temples, Renaissance works, and modern tombstones all share the same essence: a stone that resists time and continues to speak even when everything else falls silent.
Yet, stone too is alive. It breathes, absorbs, and changes. Rain, wind, frost, and sun leave their marks, gradually transforming its appearance. Marble and granite — symbols of purity and strength — are not immune to time: they become veiled with dust, lose their sheen, and fade from their original brilliance. This is why cleaning tombstones becomes an important gesture, capable of restoring splendor and dignity to natural surfaces while respecting their history and delicacy.
Caring for these surfaces is not just an aesthetic act but a sign of respect — a way to renew the bond with those who are no longer with us and to preserve the value of what they represent. It is a simple gesture: a soft cloth, a gentle cleaner, and the attention needed to bring back the stone’s natural light without altering it.
Recommended Products for Stone Surface Care
For those who wish to care for stone, marble, and granite, MARBEC offers specific solutions designed to preserve the beauty and durability of natural surfaces over time. Each product is born from a deep understanding of stone materials and their needs, ensuring effective yet safe cleaning, even on delicate or historic surfaces.
Detergents such as TIXO and PULITORE FC gently remove smog, dirt, and atmospheric deposits without damaging the finish, respecting the material’s original characteristics. They are formulated to act deeply yet delicately, ideal for polished or historical surfaces.
Protective treatments such as ACTIV 3 revive the stone’s original color and brightness, shielding surfaces from weathering and reducing water and dirt absorption. Regular application creates an invisible barrier that keeps the material cleaner for longer and makes maintenance easier.
Metal Also Tells the Story of Time
Alongside stone, many monuments and tombstones feature metal elements such as crosses, letters, frames, or decorations made of bronze, brass, copper, or stainless steel. These materials, though durable, are also affected by time: oxidation, green or brown stains, dark patinas, and moisture residues can dull their shine and alter their appearance.
Cleaning metal parts requires the same care as stone: overly aggressive or abrasive products can scratch or discolor the surfaces. For this reason, MARBEC offers specific solutions that remove dirt and oxidation in a controlled manner while preserving the metal’s natural brightness.
Regular maintenance not only keeps tombstones clean and harmonious but also prevents corrosion from advancing — which, over time, could compromise the stability or readability of metal inscriptions.
Long-Term Maintenance
When used regularly, tombstone cleaning products help preserve the beauty of stone surfaces and monuments, extending their life while maintaining their dignity and value over time. Cleaning tombstones is not merely an aesthetic intervention, but an act of care — a tribute to memory and to what each stone represents.
During autumn, dedicating a few moments to the cleaning of stone, marble, and granite tombstones is a simple and meaningful way to preserve their appearance and longevity. The humid climate and seasonal rains encourage the accumulation of organic residues, fine dust, and mosses that, if neglected, can alter the surface. Periodic cleaning with specific, non-aggressive products prevents these deposits from solidifying, keeping surfaces healthy, bright, and protected.
Proper tombstone cleaning and regular maintenance preserve the natural beauty of stones and restore decorum to places of remembrance. Small, consistent gestures — performed with the right products and care — allow stone to continue telling its story with the same voice as always: one of memory, strength, and respect.
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27.73€
SOLVOSILL®
Stain remover for removing oil stains, candle wax, silicone, glues and paints from stone and raw wood surfaces.
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6.56€
DELICACID®
Specific buffered acid detergent to remove cement grouts, efflorescence and limestone incrustations on stones, ceramic materials and stone materials in general.
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11.88€
TOGLIRUGGINE LIQUIDO
Specific stain remover for stone materials. Removes rust stains and halos from external contamination, due to ferrous objects or substances. It does not contain acids and can also be used on marble, grits and polished limestone materials.
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5.28€
CREAM INOX
Cream that cleans, degreases and polishes opaque stainless steel and aluminum surfaces damaged by use. It is easy and safe to use and does not leave halos on the surfaces.
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43.34€
PULITORE FC
Concentrated gel cleaner for cleaning facades and vertical surfaces from air pollution, carbon black and biological encrustations. Restores surfaces to a clean and unpolluted appearance.
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3.35€
PULI MUFFE
Detergent for the sanitizing cleaning of walls, plasters, coatings, shower cubicles. It helps the removal and descaling of mold and blackening caused by organic residues.
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76.75€
KIT RECUPERA MARMO
This DIY- Kit is ideal for the recovery and re-polishing of marble and polished terrazzo (grits, palladian, etc.), which have been heavily damaged by acidic substances (corrosions), dulled by the use or accumulation of limestone or with scratches.
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28.82€
ACQUABLOCK®
Protective anti-infiltration for floors and walls in stone material. It drastically reduces the water absorption capacity, eliminates infiltrations, and aggregates the materials. It does not alter the appearance of the surfaces.
For those who want their curtains to remain beautiful, functional, and long-lasting, targeted maintenance is essential. This article explains how to clean curtains properly and protect them over time, highlighting the different needs of outdoor and indoor fabrics. For cleaning awnings, gazebos, and umbrellas, Marbec offers PULISCI TENDE, an eco-friendly stain remover effective against mold, smog, and salt deposits. Once cleaned, the fabrics can be protected with PROTEX, a water-repellent and dirt-resistant treatment ideal for both outdoor and indoor use. It does not alter the appearance of the materials and provides protection for up to 12 months. The content concludes by emphasizing the importance of consistent maintenance to prevent damage, extend the life of the fabrics, and make future cleaning easier.
In a villa located in the Tuscan countryside, a restoration was carried out on an outdoor terracotta floor, which had deteriorated due to mould, lichens, moss, and black stains caused by moisture. The main goal was to effectively remove mould and lichens and protect the material over time. During the cleaning phase, the team used ALGANET®—a professional stain remover specifically formulated to eliminate biological colonies from terracotta and stone surfaces. The treatment successfully removed even the most stubborn encrustations without damaging the material. Afterwards, they applied TIM®—a transparent and breathable protective product designed to prevent the future formation of mould, stains, and new lichens. This product has the advantage of preserving the aesthetic appearance of terracotta while maintaining its breathability. The final result is a fully restored terracotta surface: clean, protected, easy to maintain, and resistant to atmospheric agents. This intervention stands as a concrete example of how to remove mould and lichens in a long-lasting and professional way, thanks to Marbec products.
