Natural colour
Deep cleaning removes embedded contamination that can make travertine look dark or lifeless.
Surrey travertine floor specialists
Travertine Floor Cleaning and Restoration in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire
Professional travertine floor cleaning, repairs, diamond honing, polishing and sealing across Esher, Weybridge, Guildford, Cobham, Oxshott, Woking, Leatherhead, Epsom, Reigate and surrounding Surrey locations.
We restore travertine floors in larger private homes, period properties, contemporary residences and commercial buildings, selecting the treatment around the stone, its condition and the finish you want.
Free quotationsNo obligation
Fully insuredDomestic & commercial
Travertine specialistsProfessional equipment
Surrey servicePriority towns & surrounding areas
Why does travertine lose its finish?
Everyday wear can change the appearance of the whole room
Travertine is naturally porous and contains pits and cavities throughout the stone. Foot traffic, spills, grit and worn sealers can leave tiles looking dull, marked or uneven, while dirty grout and open holes can make the whole floor appear darker.
Acidic substances, including vinegar, lemon juice and limescale remover, can react with the stone and create pale or cloudy etch marks. Age, movement and concentrated impacts can also loosen filler or expose a concealed natural cavity.
Dull or faded stoneLost colour, uneven sheen or a generally tired appearance.
Dirty tiles, grout and pitsEmbedded soil and cleaning-product residue that routine mopping leaves behind.
Scratches and wearTraffic lanes, surface scratching and raised tile edges affecting the finish.
Etching and stainsCloudy acid marks, spill damage, discolouration or localised staining.
Cracks, chips and failed fillerOpen pits, holes and damaged areas that may be suitable for colour-matched resin repair.
Worn protectionAn ineffective sealer allowing moisture and dirt to penetrate more readily.
Restore rather than replace
What can professional travertine restoration improve?
We assess the stone before recommending the appropriate combination of cleaning, repair, honing, polishing and sealing. The goal is the best practical finish for your particular floor, rather than a standard treatment applied to every job.
More even finish
Diamond honing can reduce dull areas, light scratching, etching and uneven surface wear.
Neater repairs
Suitable cracks, chips, open pits and holes can often be filled before final refinishing.
Easier maintenance
An appropriate impregnating sealer reduces absorbency and supports safer routine cleaning.
The treatment
A process selected for your travertine
Not every floor requires every stage. We inspect the travertine, grout lines, filled areas, existing finish and damage, then explain the treatment and likely result before work begins.
Clear recommendations
If a stain, scratch, repair or damaged area is unlikely to disappear completely, we explain this before starting the work.
Inspection
Identify the stone, existing finish, surface wear, grout, filler and repairs required.
Deep cleaning
Stone-safe products, professional machinery and separate manual grout cleaning.
Damage treatment
Clean and fill suitable cracks, chips, open pits and holes, colour-matched wherever practical.
Diamond refinement
Progressively graded diamonds reduce wear, etching and scratching where appropriate.
Honing or polishing
Refine the stone to the agreed natural matt, honed, satin or polished appearance.
Sealing and advice
Apply a suitable impregnating sealer where required and explain safe aftercare.
RESTORATION RESULTS
BEFORE AND AFTER
The same travertine floor before and after professional deep cleaning, repairs, diamond honing and sealing.
Before
After
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Surrey service area
Travertine floor cleaning across Surrey
Surrey is the principal area served by this travertine cleaning and restoration page. Contact us with your postcode, photographs and approximate floor area for practical initial advice and a free quotation.
Priority Surrey locations
Esher · Weybridge · Guildford · Cobham · Oxshott · Woking · Leatherhead · Epsom · Reigate
Other Surrey locations
Ashtead · Camberley · Caterham · Dorking · Egham · Ewell · Farnham · Godalming · Haslemere · Horley · Redhill · Virginia Water · Walton on Thames and surrounding areas
Properties and premises
Larger private homes · Period properties · Contemporary residences · Country houses · Commercial premises · Communal and heritage buildings
Genuine completed work
Travertine floor restoration projects in Surrey
Select any photograph to open the complete project album. Genuine Surrey work is shown first, followed by examples demonstrating our wider regional experience.
Select any photograph to open the complete project album. These examples show travertine cleaning, polishing, sealing and restoration work across Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex and Hampshire.
Oxshott & Cobham · SurreyTravertine cleaning and sealingView project album →
Ewhurst & Cranleigh · SurreyTravertine cleaning and sealingView project album →
Lewes & Eastbourne · East SussexTravertine floor restorationView project album →
Bishop's Waltham · HampshireTravertine kitchen restorationView project album →
Crowborough & Uckfield · East SussexTravertine polishing and sealingView project album →
Brighton · East SussexTravertine floor restorationView project album →
Areas we cover
Travertine floor restoration across Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire
Our operatives live across Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire, helping us provide a reliable regional service for homes, businesses and heritage properties throughout these counties.
Surrey
Guildford · Woking · Weybridge · Esher · Cobham · Leatherhead · Dorking · Reigate · Epsom · Godalming · Haslemere
East Sussex
Brighton · Hove · Lewes · Eastbourne · Seaford · Uckfield · Crowborough · Bexhill · Hastings
West Sussex
Worthing · Horsham · Crawley · Haywards Heath · Chichester · Arundel · Burgess Hill · Shoreham-by-Sea
Hampshire
Petersfield · Liphook · Havant · Emsworth · Waterlooville · Portsmouth · Southampton · Eastleigh
Why choose us?
Specialist travertine care, tailored to your floor
Travertine needs products and restoration methods suitable for porous natural stone. We assess the floor, grout lines, filled areas and finish before recommending the work needed to achieve the best practical result.
Specialist knowledge
We understand how travertine, its natural cavities and factory filler respond to cleaning, repairs, diamond abrasives and sealers.
Tailored treatment
The process is selected for your stone, its condition, the damage present and your preferred finish.
Professional equipment
Specialist machinery and graded diamond abrasives enable controlled cleaning, honing and refinishing.
Detailed workmanship
We address grout, edges, corners, open pits and suitable damaged areas as well as the main tile surface.
Honest expectations
We explain the intended finish and what can reasonably be achieved before the restoration begins.
Aftercare support
We explain suitable cleaning products and practical maintenance after your floor is restored.
Professional advice before work begins
Know what your floor needs and what result to expect
Following an assessment, you will receive a clear explanation of the work recommended for your travertine floor. The proposed treatment will take account of the stone’s condition, existing filler, your preferred finish and any repairs that may be necessary.
If a stain, scratch, hole or damaged area is unlikely to disappear completely, we will explain this before work begins.
What our customers say
Trusted travertine restoration across the South East
Genuine customer feedback reflects the care, communication and standard of work we bring to every project.
★★★★★
“We are just back from holiday. The kitchen floor looks brilliant, thank you very much.”
Mrs C Nicholson · Travertine · Lewes, East Sussex
★★★★★
“Excellent service. Floor Polishing Services were really quick to respond, explained the work clearly and delivered it quickly and very cleanly. Great service.”
Mr J Johnson · Travertine · Basingstoke, Hampshire
★★★★★
“It looks so much better! Thanks for the work you did on our travertine floor this week. Thanks also for the details on the ongoing maintenance.”
Mrs W Peacock · Travertine · Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Careful work and clear communication
We aim to provide clear advice before work begins, treat every property with care, keep disruption to a minimum and explain how to maintain the restored travertine after the project is complete.
Real completed work
See our travertine floor cleaning & restoration projects
Browse recent travertine cleaning, repairs, diamond honing, polishing and sealing projects to see the workmanship and transformations we achieve.
Our before-and-after photographs show how professional restoration can revive dull, scratched and worn travertine while making routine maintenance easier.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about travertine floor cleaning and restoration
Why do holes appear in travertine floors?
Travertine contains natural cavities throughout the stone. Foot traffic, impacts, age and movement can cause filler, or a thin layer of stone over a hidden cavity, to break away and reveal a new hole. Suitable holes can normally be cleaned and filled with colour-matched stone resin wherever practical.
Is it safe to wear high heels on a travertine floor?
Narrow or stiletto-style heels are best avoided, particularly where the stone contains filled holes or weakened filler. A narrow heel concentrates weight onto a small point and may dislodge filler or expose a concealed cavity.
How do I maintain my restored travertine floor?
Remove loose grit regularly and use a pH-neutral cleaner formulated for natural stone. Avoid bleach, vinegar, limescale remover, acidic or abrasive products and standard household detergents.
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More information
More travertine floor FAQs
Detailed answers about travertine restoration, repairs, finishes, preparation and quotations.
About travertine and restoration
What is travertine and how is it formed?
Travertine is a natural form of limestone composed mainly of calcium carbonate. Mineral-rich water deposits the stone in layers, while gases and organic material leave the pores, channels and cavities that give travertine its distinctive structure.
What is the difference between filled and unfilled travertine?
Filled travertine has its visible surface holes filled with resin or a cement-based material before honing or polishing. Unfilled travertine retains more natural pits and cavities, creating a more textured appearance that requires careful cleaning.
Can a dull or badly worn travertine floor be restored?
In most cases, professional deep cleaning, resin repairs, diamond honing and polishing can make a substantial improvement. The final result depends on the travertine’s condition, previous treatments and the depth of any damage.
What is included in travertine floor restoration?
The treatment may include deep cleaning the travertine and grout, removing old treatments, filling cracks or holes, diamond honing, polishing and applying a suitable impregnating sealer. Not every floor requires every stage.
Can scratches and acid etch marks be removed?
Light scratches, dull spots and acid etch marks can often be removed or substantially reduced through diamond honing and polishing. Deeper damage may require coarser grinding.
What causes etch marks on travertine?
Etch marks are pale, dull or cloudy areas caused when acids react with the calcium carbonate in travertine. Wine, vinegar, lemon juice, fizzy drinks and limescale removers are common causes.
Repairs, grout and finishes
Why does the original filler break away?
Factory-applied filler can deteriorate through age, traffic, impacts, movement, moisture or unsuitable cleaning products. In other cases, a thin section of stone over a concealed cavity can break away and reveal a hole that was naturally present.
Can you repair cracks, chips, pits and holes?
Suitable damaged areas can often be cleaned and filled with specialist stone resin, colour-matched wherever practical. Once cured, the repair can be honed and polished to blend with the surrounding floor.
Will you clean the grout as well as the travertine?
Yes. Our deep-cleaning process includes grout lines, edges and difficult areas. Heavily stained, damaged or previously coated grout may require additional treatment.
Does a travertine floor need to be sealed?
Most travertine benefits from a suitable impregnating sealer because it is porous. Sealing reduces absorbency and supports easier cleaning, but it cannot make the stone completely stain-proof or prevent acid etching.
Can I choose a honed, satin or polished finish?
The available finish depends on the type and condition of the travertine. We will explain suitable options and help you choose a practical finish for the room and level of foot traffic.
Will polished travertine be slippery?
Properly maintained polished travertine is not necessarily slippery when dry, but like any hard floor it can become slippery when wet, greasy or contaminated. We can advise on a suitable finish for the location.
The work and your quotation
Is travertine floor restoration dusty?
Diamond grinding and honing are normally completed as wet processes. Water is used with the abrasives, helping to control airborne dust while the travertine is refinished.
Do I need to move furniture before you arrive?
The working area should be cleared as much as practical. We will discuss furniture, access and any particularly heavy items when arranging the work.
Which areas do you cover?
We work throughout Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex and Hampshire. Contact us with your postcode if you are unsure whether we cover your location.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. Floor Polishing Services Ltd is fully insured and has more than 15 years of experience in professional hard-floor cleaning and restoration.
How can I request a quotation?
Send photographs of the complete floor and close-ups of any damaged areas, together with your name, location, stone type if known and a short description of the problem. We may recommend a survey for a larger or more complex project.
A quick first step
Send us photos for a faster quote
Send clear photographs of your travertine floor and we can give you useful initial advice and prepare a free, no-obligation quotation. A site survey may still be recommended for larger or more complex work.
What photographs should I send?
- A wide photograph from the doorway showing the complete room.
- Additional wide photographs if the floor continues into other rooms or hallways.
- A close-up showing roughly two complete tiles, grout lines and areas of concern.
- Your name, location and the type of stone, if known.
Ready To Restore Your Travertine Floor?
Whether your travertine floor has become dull and difficult to clean, developed open holes and failed filler, or requires complete restoration, we have the specialist knowledge and professional equipment to help.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quotation and discover how cleaning, repairs, diamond honing, polishing and sealing can restore its natural colour, character and finish.
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