Tenax TeEtch Etch Remover — 8 oz, Etch & Water Mark Removal for Marble, Limestone & Travertine

Restore the factory finish on calcium-based stone. Tenax TeEtch Etch Remover is a polishing compound specifically formulated to remove etch marks, water marks, water rings, dull spots, and light scratches from marble, limestone, travertine, alabaster, and onyx. Apply by hand or with a buffer — results in 2–3 minutes.

Not for use on granite. TeEtch is formulated for calcium-based (calcareous) stone only. For granite polishing, see Tenax Granite Polishing Powder.

What TeEtch Removes

• Etch marks from acidic substances (wine, citrus, coffee, vinegar)
• Water marks and water rings
• Dull spots and haze
• Light surface scratches

Compatible Materials

• Marble
• Limestone
• Travertine
• Alabaster
• Onyx

Key Features

• Restores factory finish — mechanically re-polishes the stone surface to remove etch damage
• Hand or buffer application — suitable for spot repairs by hand or larger areas with a buffer
• Fast results — etch or discoloration removed and surface re-polished in 2–3 minutes
• Calcareous stone only — not for use on granite or quartzite
• 2-year shelf life — store in a cool, dry place

How to Use

1. Apply a spoonful of TeEtch compound directly onto the etch mark or blemish
2. Using a clean cloth, rub in a circular motion over the area
3. After 2–3 minutes, the etch or discoloration will be mechanically removed and the surface re-polished
4. For larger or stubborn areas, use with a buffer
5. Wipe clean and inspect; repeat if necessary

Etching vs. Staining — What’s the Difference?

• Etching — physical damage to the stone surface caused by acid reacting with calcium carbonate; appears as dull marks or rings; requires mechanical re-polishing with TeEtch
• Staining — discoloration from substances absorbed into stone pores; requires a cleaner or poultice; use TeClean Poultice Powder for organic stains

Works Well With

• Tenax Marble Polishing Powder — for larger-scale marble polishing and gloss restoration beyond spot etch repair
• Tenax Proseal Premium Stone Sealer — seal marble after etch repair to protect against future staining (note: sealers do not prevent etching)
• Tenax TeClean Poultice Powder — for organic stains (oil, wine, coffee) that require poultice treatment rather than mechanical polishing
• Tenax Cera Fluida Liquid Wax — finishing wax to restore surface gloss after etch repair

Further Reading

Etch Mark vs. Stain — How to Tell the Difference and Fix Both → — quick test, comparison chart, and step-by-step fix for both problems.