{"product_id":"tenax-teetch-etch-remover","title":"Tenax TeEtch Etch Remover — 8 oz, Etch \u0026 Water Mark Removal for Marble, Limestone \u0026 Travertine","description":"\u003cp\u003eRestore the factory finish on calcium-based stone. \u003cstrong\u003eTenax TeEtch Etch Remover\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for use on granite.\u003c\/strong\u003e TeEtch is formulated for calcium-based (calcareous) stone only. For granite polishing, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-granite-polishing-powder\"\u003eTenax Granite Polishing Powder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat TeEtch Removes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtch marks from acidic substances (wine, citrus, coffee, vinegar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater marks and water rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull spots and haze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight surface scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravertine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlabaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnyx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores factory finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — mechanically re-polishes the stone surface to remove etch damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand or buffer application\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for spot repairs by hand or larger areas with a buffer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast results\u003c\/strong\u003e — etch or discoloration removed and surface re-polished in 2–3 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcareous stone only\u003c\/strong\u003e — not for use on granite or quartzite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-year shelf life\u003c\/strong\u003e — store in a cool, dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a spoonful of TeEtch compound directly onto the etch mark or blemish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a clean cloth, rub in a circular motion over the area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 2–3 minutes, the etch or discoloration will be mechanically removed and the surface re-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor larger or stubborn areas, use with a buffer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe clean and inspect; repeat if necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEtching vs. Staining — What’s the Difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEtching\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaining\u003c\/strong\u003e — discoloration from substances absorbed into stone pores; requires a cleaner or poultice; use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-teclean-stain-remover-poultice-powder\"\u003eTeClean Poultice Powder\u003c\/a\u003e for organic stains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-marble-polishing-powder\"\u003eTenax Marble Polishing Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — for larger-scale marble polishing and gloss restoration beyond spot etch repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-proseal-premium-stone-sealer\"\u003eTenax Proseal Premium Stone Sealer\u003c\/a\u003e — seal marble after etch repair to protect against future staining (note: sealers do not prevent etching)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-teclean-stain-remover-poultice-powder\"\u003eTenax TeClean Poultice Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — for organic stains (oil, wine, coffee) that require poultice treatment rather than mechanical polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-cera-fluida-liquid-wax\"\u003eTenax Cera Fluida Liquid Wax\u003c\/a\u003e — finishing wax to restore surface gloss after etch repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/etch-mark-vs-stain-stone-care-guide\"\u003eEtch Mark vs. Stain — How to Tell the Difference and Fix Both →\u003c\/a\u003e — quick test, comparison chart, and step-by-step fix for both problems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenax USA","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":51164338651360,"sku":"1TEFILLETCH","price":16.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/3943\/1904\/files\/TeEtch.png?v=1774356636","url":"https:\/\/protoolhaus.com\/products\/tenax-teetch-etch-remover","provider":"Pro Tool Haus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}