{"product_id":"etch-and-water-mark-remover","title":"Lustro Italiano Etch \u0026 Water Mark Remover Powder — Restore Marble, Travertine \u0026 Limestone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRemove Etch Marks \u0026amp; Water Rings from Marble, Travertine \u0026amp; Limestone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLustro Italiano Etch \u0026amp; Water Mark Remover Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized polishing compound that restores the surface of marble, travertine, limestone, alabaster, and onyx after acid etching or water mark damage. Etch marks — the dull, light-colored spots left by acidic substances like lemon juice, vinegar, wine, or cleaning products — are a surface-level damage to the stone's polish. This powder works by mechanically re-polishing the affected area back to its original shine, by hand, without professional equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold in 8 oz powder form. \u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for granite or quartz surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — etching does not occur on granite or engineered quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRemoves Etch Marks, Water Rings \u0026amp; Dull Spots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTargets the specific damage caused by acidic substances on polished and honed marble, travertine, limestone, and onyx — restores the surface to its original finish without professional grinding equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks by Hand — No Equipment Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply with a rag and rub by hand for approximately 3 minutes per area. No machine, no special tools, no professional required for light to moderate etch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRestores Both Polished \u0026amp; Honed Finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffective on polished (glossy) and honed (matte\/satin) marble and limestone surfaces. Restores the finish to match the surrounding undamaged stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor Soft, Acid-Sensitive Stones Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormulated specifically for marble, travertine, limestone, alabaster, and onyx — the stones that actually etch. Not for use on granite or quartz, which do not etch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Surfaces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarble (polished and honed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravertine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlabaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnyx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Granite, quartz (engineered stone), quartzite, or sintered stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a spoonful of powder directly over the etch mark or water ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a soft rag, rub the powder over the affected area by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue rubbing for approximately 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the etch is not fully removed, repeat steps 1–3 until the surface is restored.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the area and reseal with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-stone-sealer\"\u003eLustro Italiano Stone Sealer\u003c\/a\u003e — etching compromises the existing sealer and resealing is essential after treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes etch marks on marble?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEtch marks are caused by acidic substances — lemon juice, vinegar, wine, tomato, citrus, and many household cleaners — reacting with the calcium carbonate in marble, travertine, and limestone. The acid dissolves a thin layer of the stone's surface, leaving a dull spot. It's a chemical reaction, not a stain, which is why standard cleaners don't remove it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this work on granite or quartz?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Granite and engineered quartz do not etch — they're acid-resistant. This product is formulated for soft, calcium-based stones that do etch: marble, travertine, limestone, alabaster, and onyx.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to reseal after using this product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Etching compromises the sealer in the affected area. After restoring the surface with this powder, reseal with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-stone-sealer\"\u003eLustro Italiano Stone Sealer\u003c\/a\u003e to protect the restored area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow deep can the etch damage be for this to work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is effective on light to moderate etch marks — surface-level damage to the stone's polish. Deep etching or physical scratches that penetrate below the surface polish may require professional grinding and re-polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it on honed marble as well as polished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Effective on both polished (glossy) and honed (matte\/satin) marble and limestone finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs quartzite affected by etching?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue quartzite is acid-resistant and does not etch. However, some stones sold as quartzite are actually marble or dolomitic marble and will etch. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/faq\/if-quartzite-etches-is-it-really-quartzite-or-a-hard-marble\"\u003eLearn more about quartzite vs marble identification.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-stone-sealer\"\u003eLustro Italiano Stone Sealer\u003c\/a\u003e — reseal after etch removal to restore protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-natural-stone-cleaner\"\u003eLustro Italiano Natural Stone Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e — clean the surface before and after treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-stone-polish-sealer-spray\"\u003eLustro Italiano Stone Polish \u0026amp; Sealer Spray\u003c\/a\u003e — maintain shine and sealer after restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lustro-italiano-professional-marble-etch-remover-kit\"\u003eLustro Italiano Professional Marble Etch Remover Kit\u003c\/a\u003e — complete kit with etch remover, cleaner \u0026amp; sealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/faq\/if-quartzite-etches-is-it-really-quartzite-or-a-hard-marble\"\u003eIf Quartzite Etches, Is It Really Quartzite or a Hard Marble?\u003c\/a\u003e — why some stones sold as quartzite actually etch like marble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tool Haus — Certified Lustro Italiano Distributor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro Tool Haus is a certified, expert-trained distributor of Lustro Italiano stone care products. Fast shipping, competitive pricing, and real product knowledge from people who work in the stone industry every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lustro Italiano","offers":[{"title":"8 Oz","offer_id":51164360474848,"sku":"LUSTROETCH","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/3943\/1904\/files\/Lustro-etch-remover.png?v=1774356887","url":"https:\/\/protoolhaus.com\/products\/etch-and-water-mark-remover","provider":"Pro Tool Haus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}