Our Crew Revamped This Travertine Floor in Scottsdale With a Professional Stone Cleaning Service

October 27, 2025

When they bought their house a couple of years ago, a Scottsdale couple was confident that they could effectively tackle the signs of decay on their living room floor. Unfortunately, hours of cleaning and countless products did little to improve the travertine surface, and before they noticed, the owners had been dealing with the same issue for months on end.


In that time, they'd also hired the services of two local restoration companies, and the results had been lackluster, at best. The owners were understandably wary when one of their neighbors recommended Sir Grout Phoenix, but their views changed as soon as they visited our website to learn about our stone cleaning service in Scottsdale. Impressed by the results in our picture gallery and encouraged by various positive reviews, the couple decided to trust our expertise, so they gave us a call to schedule an in-home evaluation.

Our techs went to their place that same week, as per the clients' request. Inside the house, the couple showed us the living room area while answering our questions about their previous cleaning attempts. The floor looked dull and unappealing, and this spoke of all the months of neglect before the couple moved into the house. Grime and soil clung to many parts of the travertine surface, and the grout was almost entirely covered in embedded dirt. During the evaluation, we took the chance to test our stone-safe cleaner on the surface, showing how its pH-neutral composition removed the marks without exposing the travertine to toxic ingredients.

By then, it was obvious that the solution was a professional cleaning and sealing service. This combo would prevent the accumulation of dirt on the porous surface, so the owners wouldn't have to struggle as much in areas where it was hard to minimize the effects of foot traffic. Once specialists explained each part of the process, the couple thanked us for our assistance during the evaluation.

The next day, we returned to the house to complete the floor's restoration. Our experts started by soaking the entire surface with the same cleaner that we used during our first visit before running a high-speed scrubber all over the travertine tiles. This removed all the dirt that had been embedded in the stone over the years, successfully restoring its natural color.

To restore the grout, our techs used Sir Grout's signature ColorSeal. The couple had already expressed their desire to make the grout lines match the travertine's specific shade of brown, so we used the perfect color to make the grout blend in with the tiles. Because this acrylic-based sealant works as a protective barrier on the grout pores, homeowners don't have to constantly deal with soil and grime on the tiles. It's also much easier to remove the marks caused by spills and foot traffic.

Our specialists buffed the entire floor after applying stone sealant, completing another successful restoration in record time. The clients couldn't believe their eyes when they saw the result. They were thrilled to have a spotless floor after struggling with their chores for so many months. They also promised to recommend our services to all their friends and to leave a glowing review online.

When the couple asked about additional cleaning tips, we gladly went over the most important steps to preserve travertine surfaces. We told them that pH-neutral formulas are the best option to save time without risking harmful side effects. Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner removes common marks caused by food residue and foot traffic. It doesn't have the acidic imbalances you'd find in bleach and homemade cleaners, so you don't have to worry about discoloring natural stone surfaces over time. More importantly, our cleaner won't release toxic fumes into the air, helping you preserve the ideal environment for other household members, including children and pets.  

Next, our specialists recommended avoiding steel wools and other non-abrasive tools, stating that they're likely to scratch the surface whenever you need to scrub off a particularly stubborn stain. A weekly cleaning routine with pH-neutral cleaners and a mop or a clean towel will be more than enough to get the desired result.

Our last tip was to open the windows and leave the doors ajar throughout the day. This helps improve indoor ventilation, reducing the chances of mold and mildew in different parts of the house. A damp surface is more vulnerable to the worst effects of wear and tear, so it helps to keep the area properly ventilated throughout the day.  

Sir Grout Phoenix provides all the benefits you need to protect your stone surfaces, including a high-end restoration process and the assistance of true experts in the field. Is your cleaning routine giving you grief? We're here to help you turn things around! Just call (480) 588-0731 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. Also, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.