Oil Stain
OIL
Type:
Automotive, cooking and lubricating, etc.

Problem:
Oil can be very difficult to remove on most stone. Oils will penetrate deep into the stone and will spread out throughout the stone. Try to clean up the oil spill as soon as it happens.

Solution:
1.Blot up any excess oil with a clean white cloth. If oil has dried on the surface, scrape with a sharp razor.

2. If oil is still fresh and has penetrated into the stone sprinkle a generous portion of dry poultice powder on the spill and let stand for 12-24 hours.

3. Remove the dry poultice and prepare a solution of commercial degreaser and water. Apply this solution to the spill and keep it wet for 30 minutes. Vacuum the solution up and blot the remainder with a clean white cloth.

4. If stain is still present poultice with a solvent (Methylene chloride works best) and a poultice powder like Diatomaceous earth.
 
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