Beginner friendly breakdown of how to clean, repair, and restore antique marble, based on what I’ve learned working on this 200-year-old piece. There are many ways to approach marble repair depending on the results you’re after, but here’s a good foundational order to follow: 1. Clean the surface. Before doing anything else, start with a marble safe cleaner to remove any wax, oil, polish, or buildup. Avoid anything acidic. Use a soft cloth or sponge, rinse with clean water, and let it dry fully