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What is travertine?
Travertine is a form of limestone deposited by mineral hot springs. Its characteristic pores are usually filled, and it is as sensitive to acid as marble.
Where does PGS restore travertine?
Feature walls and exterior cladding, floors, vanity and counter tops, pool decks and patios.
What damage does travertine get?
- Filler lost from the pores, leaving pits
- Dirt and grit collecting in the pores
- Etch marks from acid
- An uneven, patchy finish
- Dullness, chips and scratches on floors and tops
- White salt deposits (efflorescence) on walls and outdoor areas
How does PGS restore travertine?
Refilling pores with a colour-matched filler, honing or polishing to your chosen finish, then a stain-resistant seal.
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How should I clean travertine at home?
- Sweep often, as grit settles in the pores.
- Use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Avoid acidic food and acidic cleaners.
Sources & further reading
The Natural Stone Institute’s consumer guide covers daily cleaning, stain removal and when sealing helps for natural stone. It is industry guidance; on every project we test the real stone first.
General information about this stone. On every project, PGS craftsmen survey and prove a small area of the real stone before proposing a method.