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How do you get a stain from a cast iron pot off of a quartz countertop?
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:07 pm
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:07 pm
Someone at my house left a cast iron skillet on the counter in the island in my kitchen, and it left a rust-looking make on the counter. We scrubbed for like an hour but can’t get all of it off.
Do you guys know something that will take a rust stain off of a quartz countertop?
Do you guys know something that will take a rust stain off of a quartz countertop?
This post was edited on 5/13/25 at 8:10 pm
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:09 pm to cbree88
Citric acid might. The acid chelates the iron, solubilizing it and allowing you to wash it off.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:09 pm to cbree88
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I left a case iron skillet on the counter in the island in my kitchen
FIFY
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:10 pm to cbree88
is your counter top properly seasoned?
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:12 pm to Oilfieldbiology
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How do you get a shitstain off of a quartz countertop?.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:12 pm to cbree88
According to Grok:
I don’t feel like formatting but that’s your answer.
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To remove a stain from a cast iron pot on a quartz countertop, follow these steps: 1. Act Quickly: Address the stain as soon as possible to prevent it from setting. 2. Wipe with a Damp Cloth: Use a soft, damp cloth with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap to gently wipe the area. Avoid abrasive scrubbers. 3. Baking Soda Paste: For stubborn stains, mix baking soda with water to form a paste. Apply it to the stain, let it sit for 5–10 minutes, then gently rub with a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. 4. Vinegar Solution: If the stain persists, dab a cloth in white vinegar and apply it to the stain for a few minutes. Wipe with a damp cloth afterward. Avoid prolonged vinegar exposure to prevent damage. 5. Hydrogen Peroxide (Optional): For tough rust stains, apply a small amount of 3% hydrogen peroxide to the stain, let it sit for a minute, then wipe clean. Use sparingly and test in an inconspicuous area first. 6. Dry and Polish: Dry the countertop with a microfiber cloth to prevent streaks. Notes: • Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach or acetone, as they can damage quartz. • Do not use steel wool or abrasive pads, which can scratch the surface. • If the stain remains, consult the countertop manufacturer’s care guidelines or a professional. Always test cleaning solutions on a small, hidden area first to ensure they don’t harm the quartz.
I don’t feel like formatting but that’s your answer.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:13 pm to cbree88
Remind me not to get a light colored countertop without a pattern because I’d likely ruin it.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:13 pm to Kafka
Timely thread. We rent but have a white solid surface countertop that has a few of these stains from a grill press. I’ve tried everything but I don’t know if it’s possible. Somehow the rust color soaks in but bleach and every other cleaner won’t soak in there to get it.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:13 pm to cbree88
Quartz is manmade, not natural stone. It’s a decent chance you scorched the counter, not stained it.
Make a baking soda paste with water or use barkeepers friend. If neither of those work, it’s scorched.
Make a baking soda paste with water or use barkeepers friend. If neither of those work, it’s scorched.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:14 pm to BPTiger
Vinegar is acetic acid so it will do the same as citric
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:18 pm to cbree88
Baking soda paste with hydrogen peroxide works on marble. So it may work on quartz. Put the paste on the stain, cover it with Saran Wrap, tape that down and wait a few hours. Come back and the stain will be gone. How do I know? Because I had this happen to me a few days ago on a marble countertop and did exactly what I just typed out.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:19 pm to ScopeCreep
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Make a baking soda paste with water
Not hijacking the thread but we tried that and the grok recommendations. Still there. At least we’re only renting


Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:23 pm to ScopeCreep
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Quartz is manmade, not natural stone. It’s a decent chance you scorched the counter, not stained it.
Per the quote, quartz is more prone to heat damage than staining. Both are technically possible and baking soda paste is your best option to fix it. If it doesn't a pro may be able to.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:26 pm to cbree88
Lemon juice homie.
Just keep letting it sit on the spot and it will come up
Just keep letting it sit on the spot and it will come up
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:48 pm to cbree88
As others have described it, it’s called a poltice. It’s just a concoction to slowly pull the stain out the granite.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:55 pm to cbree88
Magic eraser the good ones not off brand.
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