I want to order the Bombay Company's bistro table with the marble top for my patio. Is it okay to keep it in an uncovered patio. Will rain water hurt the marble top or wrought iron?
2007-06-22 19:06:06 · 6 answers · asked by Nicolleta 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
Both should be fine. But I would apply a marble sealer to the marble top to seal the marble this will help it repel stains/dirt etc. But after that it should be fine. A marble sealer is available at any major hardware store and are inexpensive.
I have wrought iron patio chairs I've had for years on the patio without a problem. I did apply a clear matt varnish spray to them to help weather the storms. Which is easy to do you can apply a spray sealer to the wrought iron. Just a clear spray from rustoleom, etc. Which will keep it from rusting out, but wrought iron is VERY durable as is marble.
Marble has been used for statues, cemetery stones, etc for hundreds of years. And wrought iron fences last for decades so you should be fine. Sealing is very inexpensive, it's easy to do, will protect your investment and keeping it looking good for over the long term.
I love the Bombay Company, they have fabulous furniture and accessories!
2007-06-22 23:03:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is advisable not to use acid cleaners on marble. Marble is acid resistant but not acid proof – the top layer can be gradually dissolved and expose the surface underneath and cause a lot of damage. A proven, step by step method is using baking soda and water - see the method below... Natural Formula to Use: A mixture of baking soda and warm water Method to Use: 1.Make up the mixture of water and baking soda 2.Scrub stains with a soft brush or sponge 3.Rinse thoroughly with water to remove all residue Tip: When scrubbing the stains be careful to rub gently as once the granite has been scratched it easily picks up any grease, dirt or soap residue. Then harsh abrasives really are necessary to remove debris that has become ingrained within the surface!
2016-04-01 00:24:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marble is kept outside in stone yards and painted wrought iron can last for decades outside. If the base isn't painted, you will need to paint it black to prevent rust.
2007-06-22 19:18:45 · answer #3 · answered by Ginger 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-06-22 19:16:39 · answer #4 · answered by USAhole 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it has cement in it yes it will
2007-06-22 19:12:36 · answer #5 · answered by Natasha 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yup,eventually water will break down everything
2007-06-22 19:56:33 · answer #6 · answered by Kim B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋