Cleaning & Sealing New Travertine Floor
QUESTION:I just had honed travertine laid and grouted. I want to follow the process closely to make sure that everything turns out perfect.How long should we wait to put on the sealer on and what kind would you recommend? Also how can I make sure that all the grout dust is off before sealing. Would you recommend anything special to get the grout dust off? Thanks for your help. ANSWER:You should wait 2-3 weeks after installation to apply a sealer to a new travertine floor.You need to wait to make sure all moisture is has evaporated from the stone, grout, etc. Also, you'll want to damp (not wet) mop and sweep several times to clean all the dust off the surface. If there is still grout stuck to the tile using PRISTINE Soap Film Remover is usually effective to remove it. For sealing I recommend STONE SENTRY or SenGuard Sealers. Honed travertine will take a sealer (polished travertine typically will not) but you may not really need to seal depending on the location. Definitely seal the travertine if it's in the kitchen. Dining room and bathroom floors are a good idea too. But if this is a living room or other room that really doesn't see much food or drink, then you may not benefit too much for the cost and effort. Nothing is going to stain instantly, so you have to consider how often you'll spill something and not clean it up quickly in living rooms, etc. Good Luck, Ryan P.S. Get all the facts, answers, explanations and simple solutions with step-by-step instructions for any issue, problem or question with our Granite & Marble Maintenance Manuals.
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