How to Seal a Travertine Tile Shower

If you've recently made a travertine tile shower a fixture in your bathroom, you may be wondering how to go about sealing it. If so, you'll be happy to learn that travertine tile is among the easiest types of tile to seal.

Step 1 - Clean Your Travertine Tile

Before proceeding to seal your travertine tile shower, take care to give it a good cleaning. When performing this step, it is important that you use an all-natural, chemical-free tile cleaner, as this will ensure that there are no harmful chemical reactions when you get around to applying your sealer. Using your cleaner and a washcloth, sponge or scrub brush, purge all the filth from your shower. Once the tile is completely clean, use a water-filled spray bottle to rinse off any remaining traces of your cleaner. Then dry the freshly cleaned shower with the clean cloth.

Step 2 - Seal Your Travertine Tile

After you have your travertine tile shower nice and clean, it's time to begin sealing it. When you are carrying out this step, it's generally a good idea to wear a breathing mask and protective eyewear to shield yourself against fumes and sealer drips. Next, pour your travertine sealer into a paint tray, then use a paintbrush or paint roller to distribute it evenly across your shower in smooth vertical strokes. Once the sealer has been applied to the entire shower, allow it to dry for the amount of time specified on its packaging before adding any additional coats or using the shower again.