Our Techs Revided a Travertine Floor in Arnold With Top-Notch Stone Sealing Services

February 14, 2025

Everyone loves the shine of polished stone surfaces, which is why travertine and other types of natural stone have become so popular among homeowners. Of course, that also brings the challenge of keeping the stone's sheen through hours of foot traffic and other household activities. A couple in Arnold could easily tell when the travertine in her bathroom floor lost its brand-new beauty, and they knew that the problem couldn't be fixed with store-bought cleaners.


One of their neighbors recommended Sir Grout Annapolis and the homeowners immediately went online to look for more information. While visiting our website, they were pleased by all the information available, including the beautiful results on display in our picture gallery. That same day, they got in touch with us via our online scheduler, and a date was set for a visit. By then, the couple was convinced that they could trust our stone sealing service in Arnold.

Inside the bathroom, we noticed many issues with the travertine floor, starting with its dull appearance despite the stone's natural beauty. The tiles looked aged, and their shine was dimmed by several etch marks that spread all over the floor's surface. The grout also required some extra attention, as shown by the dark stains marring many of the tiles. The sealant had faded from the porous surface, leaving the grout vulnerable to the effects of wear and tear.

Our techs explained all this to the clients, stating that regular cleaners only would create more problems down the line, like discoloration and the corrosion of cement-based grout. The solution was a professional polishing service followed by our signature sealant to enhance the floor's resistance to external agents. The couple agreed with this approach after we outlined each step of the process, so they scheduled a new appointment for the restoration.

On the agreed-upon date, our specialists returned to the house with all the necessary equipment to revamp the floor. After preparing the bathroom area, we used a stone-safe cleaner and a high-speed scrubber to remove all the embedded dirt between the tiles, along with the marks left by soap, spills, and foot traffic.

Then, we began honing the stone with four sets of high-end diamond pads. Our crew increased the level of grit as the etch marks disappeared from the stone, repeating the process until all the impurities were eliminated. To complete this part of the restoration, we used special polishing powders to bring back the travertine's natural glow.

It was time to restore the grout, so our team started applying ColorSeal to all the grout lines on the floor, including the grout between the smaller tiles that completed the floor's layout. Sir Grout's flagship sealant is the ultimate solution to protect grout surfaces and optimize household chores. It guarantees lasting protection against various external elements, including moisture, soap, mold, grime, and more. This way, the grout keeps a uniform color for months on end, and homeowners don't have to constantly stress over the spread of dirt between the tiles.

Last but not least, we applied stone sealant on each of the tiles, buffing the floor thoroughly to fully showcase its transformation. Now, the entire surface had top-tier protection against the signs of decay, and the entire bathroom seemed to regain its original appeal. Delighted with the result, the couple promised to tell all their friends and family about our stone restoration services.

When they asked about an alternative to replace traditional cleaners, we were happy to share our recommendations. pH-neutral formulas like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner are the ideal solution to remove stains and preserve natural stone surfaces at the same time. Our product can be used as often as needed, and homeowners don't have to worry about discoloration or damage to the sealant. Instead, they'll get beautiful surfaces that keep their glow for hours. Because our product combines only the most effective ingredients to ensure the desired result, you can also rule out the risk of toxic fumes contaminating your living spaces, so it's an upgrade in more ways than one.  

Our specialists also went over the right tools to use when cleaning delicate travertine surfaces. You can get rid of most stains with nothing more than a surface-safe cleaner and a clean towel or a terry cloth. This will also slow down the signs of etching in high-traffic areas because there are no sharp tools scratching the stone. Our last recommendation was to keep the bathroom well ventilated to prevent the growth of mold and mildew.

At Sir Grout Annapolis, we provide high-quality services to transform your stone surfaces and optimize your cleaning routine. Regular cleaners do more harm than good without being able to stop the signs of etching. We are ready to address all these issues and leave your floors looking as good as new, so we invite you to contact us for more information. You can call (443) 775-8000 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. Also, don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.