Cleaning Marble

Q: We have marble flooring in our master bath, on which a cat has urinated in several places. It appears that the finish is gone and a residue is left, even after standard cleaning. Is there a way to clean and polish it without hiring a professional. It is such a small area.
Thanks
A: Typically with Marble a cleaning solution made of white vinegar and water (no more than 1 cup of vinegar per gallon of water) should remove the residue you are encountering. Wipe on with a towel then wipe away with a clean, dry towel. Ensure you do not leave any vinegar on the floor as it can etch into the floor over time if not wiped up. You could also look into a product called INTERCARE Stone Cleaner, which is a cleaner designed specifically for stone as the name suggests. After you have removed the residue or stain, then follow up with a stone specific polisher such as Marble Cream or Gold Plus Gloss Restorer (most of these can be found at stone or marble specialty retailers). This should get you back up to having a clean, beautiful marble surface.