Travertine – AL Services Of Tampa Bay LLC

Travertine Maintenance

AL Services is your trusted source for comprehensive travertine floor maintenance services in the Tampa Bay area. Trust us to revitalize your travertine surfaces, ensuring they regain their stunning allure and become a focal point of elegance in your space.

Want shiny travertine floors? Contact us for polishing services.

Expert Marble, Travertine & Terrazzo Restoration and Cleaning Services

With over 35 years of experience, you can count on us to bring beauty back to your stone floors. Call us today for a free estimate.

Revive the Timeless Beauty of Your Travertine Flooring in Tampa Bay

Unlock the full potential of your travertine floors with our expert travertine restoration services. From addressing imperfections and repairing damage to restoring the natural luster of your travertine flooring, our skilled team delivers meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. Experience the transformative power of our travertine restoration services and let your floors radiate elegance and sophistication once again.

Travertine Sealing

Ensure the longevity and stain resistance of your travertine floors with our premium travertine sealing services.

FAQs

I recently had Travertine tiles installed in my home but the floor has an unfinished look. How can I fix this hazy, blotchy appearance?

Many installers have little or no knowledge of cleaning, sealing and polishing the floor. Common mistakes include leaving a grout residue on the surface of the tile, sealing over dirt and/or using an incorrect sealer or polish. Stone Specialists such as ourselves routinely work with many home builders and home owners to properly clean, seal and polish travertine floors.

What can I do about holes appearing in my travertine floors?

Common maintenance procedure for filled travertine flooring is replacing the fill that begins to pop out in high traffic areas. AL Services has an epoxy travertine colored fill to repair holes that form in the travertine. It is important to properly maintain travertine floors otherwise the holes will become larger and more will develop holding dirt and debris resulting in a dirty appearance. For more information feel free to call AL Services at +1 813-621-6101 and speak to a stone specialist.

What should I use to clean my travertine floors?

Daily maintenance involves dust mopping frequently and wet mopping with a neutral cleaner. Use a clean mop that is solely used on the travertine floors. It is also best to change the water often to limit streaking. Only a neutral cleaner specific for polished travertine should be used to clean the floors. The best place to buy a neutral cleaner for your travertine is from your travertine restoration company or your local janitorial supply store. A common mistake made when cleaning travertine is the use of non-neutral liquids such as vinegar and tile grout cleaners. These liquids will “etch” the travertine , removing the polish.

How do I choose the best company for my travertine polishing project?

Unlike buying a product that is the same from one company to another, purchasing a service such as travertine polishing requires a clear understanding of each company. First narrow your search to only those companies specializing in stone restoration. Next, understand what each company proposes to do. To choose the best specialist you must become an informed consumer so ask many questions. If you only compare prices you may be cheating yourself out of the best job. Finally find out who will be doing the actual work. There’s a big difference in having the owner on-site than just a sub-contractor or employee with much less experience.

Here are some questions to ask before hiring a company:
– Is the company privately owned or a franchise?
– Is the company certified in stone restoration?
– Does this company specialize in stone or try to cover a wide range of services?
– Who will be doing the actual work?
L.C.S. differs from others in many ways including: over 24 years of experience in the Tampa Bay area, specialization and certification for stone restoration, and quality customer service through owner operation.

What is the maintenance procedure for polished travertine floors?

One of the greatest benefits of travertine restoration is the maintenance. Unlike the initial refinishing, maintenance re-polishing is done only in high traffic areas at a fraction of the cost of restoration. The maintenance procedure involves a simple spray-buff re-polishing of traffic areas as needed. Proper maintenance by a stone professional is the most important part of keeping your floor looking its best and protecting the investment of your initial restoration.

Do’s & Don’ts

DO Dust mop floors frequently
DO Clean surfaces with a neutral cleaner
DO Thoroughly rinse and dry the surface after washing
DO Blot up spills immediately
DO Protect floor surfaces with non-slip mats or area rugs and countertop surfaces with coasters, trivets or placemats
DO Place felt protectors under chair and table legs
DO Contact AL Services, when traffic areas become worn to re-polish

DON’T Use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners containing acids
DON’T Use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners or tile cleaners
DON’T Use abrasive cleaners such as dry cleansers or soft cleansers
DON’T Apply a topical sealer or wax

If you have these problems or any other questions about your travertine floors, call the stone specialists at AL Services +1 813-621-6101 for a free evaluation.

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