Our Crew Provided Amazing Stone Polishing Services To Revamp a Travertine Floor in Southbury

March 10, 2025

Travertine surfaces are great when you want to add a touch of sophistication to your kitchen area. They provide durability, which is always important in high-traffic spaces, and they can also make your kitchen look brighter with their glow. These were some of the reasons why a homeowner in Southbury was so fond of her kitchen floor, to the point that she looked for professional assistance as soon as she saw the first signs of etching on the travertine surface.


There was no going back after she discovered Sir Grout Hartford and read about our stone polishing service in Southbury. She was amazed by all the options available for the restoration of stone and grout surfaces and understood the importance of scheduling an in-home evaluation to decide on the best course of action beforehand. Figuring that this would be the perfect chance to also give the grout a makeover, the homeowner decided to get in touch with us right away.

At her convenience, our specialists went to her house a few days later to inspect the kitchen floor. While the travertine was spotless thanks to the owner's efforts, the stone looked dull and worn down. Its shine didn't draw the eye, and we could see scratch marks on some of the tiles. Most of the stains were located on the unsealed grout after dirt and other elements got stuck on top of the porous surface.


The floor required a thorough polishing, along with a grout sealing service to complete the look. We outlined the work we would perform and offered a no-obligation quote. The homeowner found the offer reasonable and within her expectations, so she immediately requested to schedule the job on a future date that was convenient for her.

On the appointed day and time, we returned to our client's house, ready to restore the kitchen. Our techs prepared the area, covering the kitchen and baseboard with clear plastic and masking tape. When everything was ready, they combined a permeating formula and a high-speed scrubber to deep clean the floor, effectively removing all the embedded dirt.

When it was time to eliminate the etch marks on the stone, our specialists honed the travertine with high-end diamond pads, gradually increasing the level of grit as they made progress on the surface. Then, we used special polishing powders to restore the stone's soft glow.

Next, we revamped the grout with Sir Grout's flagship ColorSeal, an acrylic-based sealant that guarantees the protection of grout surfaces for months. It repels external elements like water, grease, grime, and mud, so homeowners can clean a large floor in less time, all while knowing that the grout will stay spotless for much longer. Our techs also applied stone sealant to provide the same high-quality protection on the travertine tiles.

With this, our experts completed another successful restoration, and the client couldn't be happier. She admired the floor's transformation, praising the grout's color and the travertine's brand-new glow. Before our crew left the house, she also promised to recommend our services to her friends and family in the area since she knew many of them were unsatisfied with the look of their stone surfaces.

Our techs also shared the following pointers to help the client improve the maintenance of travertine surfaces. Regular cleaning sessions are important, but they won't do much if you use the wrong products and equipment. We always recommend Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner to consistently get amazing results in all parts of the house. Our cleaner combines high-quality ingredients to remove stains more effectively, so it works like a charm on spills, shoe prints, mold, mildew, and more. Moreover, homeowners can enjoy their gorgeous stone surfaces for months on end because pH-neutral cleaners never risk the corrosion or discoloration of natural stone.

Our second recommendation was to avoid steel wools and other abrasive tools since they can leave scratch marks on the tiles without removing all the embedded dirt. The best alternative is either a mop, a towel, or a terry cloth. Just remember to wash your cleaning tools before using them to avoid transferring the dirt to other parts of your house. On that note, placing a mat at the entryway can also reduce the amount of dirt that's carried in from the outdoors, usually via foot traffic.

Last but not least, we suggest to leave the windows open as a way to help a room's ventilation. Kitchens and living rooms aren't usually affected by the effects of moisture buildup, but they still require the best hygiene conditions and fresh air throughout the day.

The techs at Sir Grout Hartford bring top-grade polishing services to make your travertine floors truly shine. These surfaces can suffer a lot from moisture buildup and the effects of chemical formulas, but our restoration process guarantees the best care and lasting protection to make your cleaning routine much more rewarding. Don't hesitate to call (860) 781-6480 to learn more or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment with our specialists. And remember that you can also subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.