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How to Remove Fingerprints from Slate

Table of Contents:
  1. You Will Need
  2. Steps to Remove the Stain
  3. Additional Tips and Advice

Dennis asked: How do I clean fingerprints from slate? I kneel on the slate in front of my fireplace to light gas logs. My hands sweat some, and I now have white fingerprints on the slate. Please tell me how to remove them. Thank you.

Versatile and durable, slate is a great surface for flooring, countertops, and fireplaces. But while it is highly resistant to stains, it’s not immune to them. To remove fingerprint marks from slate and add a nice shine at the same time, follow these simple steps.

You Will Need:

  • White vinegar
  • Soft cloth
  • Clean spray bottle
  • Baking soda
  • Sponge

Steps to Remove the Stain:

  1. Before you begin, make sure the area is free of loose dirt or debris. Clean it with normal cleaning methods to clean the surface.
  2. Add white vinegar to the spray bottle.
  3. Spray the vinegar directly to the white spots.
  4. Wait several moments.
  5. Wipe and polish with the soft cloth.
  6. Repeat if necessary. If the stain persists, make a paste of baking soda and white vinegar. Apply to the spots and rub with a sponge.
  7. Clean away any residue with normal cleaning procedures.

Additional Tips and Advice

  • If you try to use another cleaner on slate, follow up with white vinegar to remove the residue.
  • Never try to clean slate with abrasives.
  • For information on cleaning slate floors, see our guide How to Clean Slate Floors.

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I'm a stay-at-home mom who used to run a small housecleaning business. These days I consider myself more or a mad cleaning-scientist. I do most of the testing for our articles - as well as helping Mark & Melanie write them.

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  1. Sarah says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:00 am

    Don’t use white vinegar on slate; it has ruined my lovely slate hearth!! Gutted!!

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