Stone Shower Cleaning and Sealing in Austin
Stone showers are constantly exposed to water, soap, body oils, and mineral deposits. Over time, these conditions can lead to buildup, discoloration, staining, and premature wear. Travertine showers are especially vulnerable due to the stone’s natural porosity, while marble and slate showers also require proper care to maintain their appearance and performance.
Santa Fe Floor Cleaning & Stone Care provides professional stone shower cleaning and sealing services in Austin, with a primary focus on travertine showers and additional expertise in marble and slate. Our process is designed to deep clean the stone safely, restore its natural look, and apply penetrating sealers that help protect against moisture and staining.
Why Stone Showers Need Professional Cleaning
Routine household cleaning often fails to remove embedded soap residue, hard water deposits, and contaminants that build up on stone shower surfaces. In some cases, improper cleaners can actually damage the stone or grout.
Professional stone shower cleaning removes buildup without harming the stone, improving appearance and preparing the surface for sealing. This is especially important for travertine showers, where open pores and natural holes can trap moisture and debris.
Travertine Shower Cleaning and Sealing
Travertine is one of the most common stone types used in showers, but it is also one of the most porous. Without proper maintenance and sealing, travertine can absorb water, soap, and oils, leading to darkening, staining, and deterioration of filler material.
Travertine shower cleaning typically includes deep cleaning of the stone and grout, removal of soap film and mineral deposits, and inspection of existing fillers. After cleaning, an impregnating sealer is applied to help reduce absorbency and protect the stone from moisture intrusion.
Marble and Slate Shower Services
In addition to travertine, we provide cleaning and sealing services for marble and slate showers.
- Marble showers may develop etching, dullness, and soap buildup and require stone-safe cleaning methods to avoid further damage.
- Slate showers can trap residue in their textured surfaces and benefit from thorough cleaning and sealing to make routine maintenance easier.
Each stone type requires specific cleaning products and sealing approaches to ensure effective protection without altering the natural appearance of the stone.
Our Stone Shower Cleaning and Sealing Process
Our process is tailored to the stone type, condition of the shower, and level of buildup present.
- Evaluation and assessment – We inspect the stone, grout lines, and overall condition of the shower to identify buildup, staining, and areas of concern.
- Deep cleaning – Stone-safe cleaners and professional tools are used to remove soap residue, body oils, mineral deposits, and embedded dirt from the stone and grout.
- Detail work and preparation – Edges, corners, niches, and grout lines are thoroughly cleaned to ensure consistent results before sealing.
- Sealer selection – A high-quality impregnating sealer is selected based on the stone type and shower environment.
- Sealer application – The sealer is applied evenly and allowed to penetrate the stone. Excess product is removed to prevent residue or haze.
- Final inspection – After curing, the shower is inspected to confirm even coverage and proper protection.
Sealing Stone Showers
Sealing helps slow moisture absorption and makes stone showers easier to clean, but it does not make the surface waterproof or prevent etching. Regular sealing is an important part of maintaining travertine, marble, and slate showers.
Sealers wear over time due to constant water exposure and should be reapplied periodically depending on usage and stone type.
Benefits of Professional Stone Shower Care
- Improves the appearance of stone and grout
- Reduces staining and discoloration
- Makes routine cleaning easier
- Extends the life of the stone surfaces
Request a Free Stone Shower Cleaning and Sealing Estimate
If your stone shower has buildup, discoloration, or absorbs water easily, professional cleaning and sealing can help restore and protect the surface.
Call 512-632-1621 or visit our contact page to request a free estimate for stone shower cleaning and sealing services in Austin, TX.
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Reach out to us for a free estimate on stone shower cleaning, polishing, honing, sealing and protecting, maintenance, or any other natural stone care services throughout Austin TX area. Use our CONTACT FORM or call (512) 632-1621 today
The results were nothing short of spectacular. My floors look brand new! The attention to detail and the care he took in cleaning every nook and cranny was truly impressive. I highly recommend Sante Fe Floor Care to anyone seeking top-notch cleaning services, especially for new construction homes. They exceeded my expectations in every way.
Mr. and Mrs. James Armstrong
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