How To Seal Travertine Pavers

On this video I sealed a nice set of travertine pavers. First I cleaned the pavers, rinsed them very well and came back the next day to seal with Deco Products Travacast. Breck Tatum from Deco Products stopped by to give me a hand on this project.
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[@TRINInDC925]

Got to watch about 10 mins of the video yesterday, just finished it and the process is really different for sure. It make sense that you can't just spray the sealer and let them dry like other pavers since these don't absorb liquid. Did you have to change the mop microfiber pad while sealing or was that one pad good enough for this job? That shady area might've made it difficult to see the streaks when sealing them. But as for maintenance from the home owner, they won't get as dirty from the trees and easy to rinse or use a leaf blower to clean. Great job as always. They should have you come back and clean the fence. It stands out big time now.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for watching. I actually changed the microfiber cloth about right the end when we bend that last corner heading out by the AC units. The mop was starting to stick and not gliding as smooth as the beginning. So its great to have 2 mop heads just in case especially for such a big area. Maintenance will indeed be easier from the leaves and acorns. The home owner can easily rinse those off. Yes that fence definitely stands out, the person who gave me the lead actually thought I caused that lol I had to show him the initial walkthrough video. That house needs a good wash as well as that back wooden deck area.

[@TRINInDC925]

That's what I was thinking, bigger area being a factor. So it starts to stick and not glide well, interesting. Good idea to have a second mop head for sure. Thanks for the info. I have to say since I watched the start of the video and then finished it later I had to go back and look at the fence myself. Lol but I knew you wouldn't have done that and not do something. But that's where having those videos come in handy for sure. So I'm hearing a house wash and fence cleaning will be on the books when they complete the area in the back. That's me thinking positive😁. I'll look out for it for sure.

[@panepanelsprocleaning]

Cliff you continue to provide amazing content. Thanks for sharing your experience with all of us. Catch you on the next video. Nuff Respect!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks a lot for watching and showing your support!

[@joeyhawk1974]

Great content Cliff, you explain the process so well! The travertine looks so much better sealed. Thanks again 😊

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thank you so much brother. Glad you watched the video.

[@jhops2552]

As always,great job! Love the before and after walk through clip!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thank ya 🙏🏽🙌

[@johnrosado9245]

Great video. We were just chatting about this. Glad you posted a video. I appreciate that brother. Keep up the hustle.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes we did. Thanks bro

[@TRINInDC925]

Have always noticed these types of pavers when you clean them. Never seen this process on this type of pavers but wondered if it's the same. Now I get to check it out from the man himself. 😊

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for the support 🙏🏽

[@kwatoniazakiyyahanderson8091]

Came out smooth like butter those pavers look great

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Definitely like Butta!! Took a long time to get it that way.

[@kwatoniazakiyyahanderson8091]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash yeah I took a long time but it still came out excellent you said that was cobblestone it looks real shiny

[@billshedd55]

Molto bene! Great info on travertine sealing, it looks great.💪🏻💯

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for watching Bill!

[@terrencerandolph5601]

I took on a $3700 job. this video gave me all the confidence and the information I needed. Thanks a lot.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Glad it helped! You got this!!!

[@seanmurray2904]

Cliff- great job. I’ve been looking for a video to tell me how to do this so I can help my grandmother in law out.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roman0835]

That is a tedious process man. But looks amazing 👏 and well worth it

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Lol yes it is. 🤣 but the reward is worth it.

[@jasonbraun9060]

Looks great. I clean a 12k sqft travertine patio/pool deck annually. Going to have to see if he wants to seal it up this year. SH is right under $5 per gallon in central MN. That includes sales tax and delivery costs though.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes there's great money into the sealing. 5 bucks isn't too bad if they're delivering it. I know transportation of chemicals is expensive in itself.

[@randybarlow9587]

Man they came out great. SH went up to 2.80 a gal here my area. Did the 6 percent strip the old sealer of the old tiles.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Wonder if they'll ever drop the price on sh. Sweet!

[@randybarlow9587]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash The way things are going it may not but hope it will. Everything is getting expensive

[@TheJustinfoster6]

SH has been about $1.86/gal. Im in Sarasota, but it sounds like its going up. Love the videos dude. Justin and Scotty with Coastal Guys Pressure Washing

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

That's a good price. I get it for $1.90 now at a place a in tampa.

[@m_anthony]

Big Bruh!!! Love the Professor Pinky 😁 editions but you know you should have a respirator on spraying that 6%! Care about you Bruh and we need that knowledge 👍🏾😁! Awesome stuff, Blessed up fam! Get at you!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes I know. It's not usual. I'm in an open area and not on a steaming roof. But I got ya my brother. Thanks for the concern 🙏🏽🙏🏽💪🏾

[@jedwards2002]

I was gonna mention that as well 😬! We need you Cliff and your amazing content. We don’t need you in the hospital with respiratory issue🙅🏽 lol btw SH is $1.90 down here in Key West, Fl.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@jedwards2002 I got ya my bros

[@BradBuntin]

Great info you are sharing. You are helping out a lot of people. Do you use the same product on marble?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Nah for marble I'd use deco20 which is a clear waterproof sealer

[@icarobaltazar480]

Cliff a pleasure watching you man! Starting my business in a couple days only!! Let’s get it. So my question is, can we clean with pressure travertine? Or just downsteaming and soft washing?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks yes travertine can be pressure washed for sure.

[@68bluechevelle]

Glad you put this video up kind of never to do my first Travatin tile stripping and sealing. Going tomorrow morning to get the same sealer hear in Orlando. My question is on the second seal you don't spray it again or did you just touch up the streaks with the Swiffer mop? Also drying time between coats? They came out really good 👍

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Hey brother. I told ya I was dropping a video on if. On the 2nd coat after I touched up the dry spots that I missed with rhe mop I then did like a real fine mist on top of it. Hold the want like 4ft in the air and just let the mist fall on the pavers. Dry time is quick on these cause it's a topical sealer but between coats it had done been at least 2hrs since it was a big job. But ideally about 30-45mins is enough between coats if it's hot and sunny

[@Washit-jc6fx]

As always great video very detailed and helpful… You don’t need to apply sand before the sealer?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Those pavers didn't need to be sanded especially the new side.

[@treybrocke9922]

Cliff looks awesome man. I’m just south of Tampa and your work looks great and videos are very informational. How long did it take for the TravaCast to dry to where you can walk on it?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Hey brother. It dries up pretty fast. Couple hours it'll be ready for walking on it given it's hot and sunny.

[@mvpee]

Thanks for the content Cliff I’ve learned a lot from your vids! Do you recommend the travacast over the silacast for stamped concrete? Or can either be used?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Nah I use silicast on stamped concrete cause I like the color it puts out. I think silicast would just make them shine a little bit more though.

[@KingdomKleenPW]

It looks really great Cliff!!! Have you ever used SharkGrip when laying down Travercast?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Not yet. Heard good things about it though

[@darkblue9069]

Great job thanks for showing the product. I just built a pool and wanted to know how to seal the new travertine. Looks easy just time consuming. Does it matter if it’s too hot out for the product to be applied. Do the pavers need to be dry. I live in Florida. It’s cool at night but hot in the day. In the early morning there is some dew moisture. Does this matter to be applied

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes you'd wanna do it when it's cooler outside. So around 9am-12pm and then around 4pm if it's an open area without shade or tree cover. I would do it under 85 degree weather if I were you if there's no cover.

[@ilmullerprofant1594]

Hi Cliff, I am a school teacher in Tampa on Spring Break tackling the travertine pavers around my pool and patio. Thanks to your teaching video, I was able to clean and prep my pavers and they look great! Unfortunately, I can't find the sealer you recommended. Who sells the Deco TravaCast Sealer in Tampa, FL?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Hey thanks. The shop closed down so now the nearest show is IWS pressure washing in Oldsmar off Tampa Rd. And Cigar city softwash in Brooksville FL

[@jaredscott547]

Do you ever see deco sealers start to yellow in the bucket after it's been sitting for a few months? Is it okay to use it?

[@elevatingmindss]

Great video brother 👍🏽 what go pro you have for your videos ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks. I use a gopro hero9 black ⚫️

[@jasonbishop6934]

Hi Cliff Great stuff man! Will it make it slippery? Thanks

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Not at all

[@mhowie76]

$1.74gal in West Palm Beach from SPC distributors

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Now that's what I'm used to! I miss the $1 days 😆

[@deoriginoo]

Nice Work Fam I Was Wondering Does That Product Come With Grit Added In Or Do You Add It Yourself

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You have to add that additive in it separately.

[@deoriginoo]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Oh Ok Cool

[@shanekelly7026]

does the sealant make the surface slick when wet? ive had these issues with solvent based sealants and use water based cobbloc with grip due to that. Love the content man, definitely helpful.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I dont think it does. My customers never says that. Also the website for the sealer doesn't say it either. Of course if it is you can add the shark grip to it.

[@ktpowerwashing]

Yes! Go to Sherwin williams and pick up Shark Grip additive to add into the seal container, mix really well and apply as usual

[@ktpowerwashing]

Travacast from Decco and Tsunami from Trident Protects Excellent for Travertine and unpolished marble

[@tiffanybishop1298]

Nice work! Does sealing it make the deck slippery?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thank you. No it doesn't but that algae thats on the pavers certainly does.

[@kevinmetlow441]

Video was very helpful 👍🏻, I do pressure washing and a customer wants a quote on doing this, how much do you charge for something like this?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I dont give my prices on KZbin. It creates too many opinions

[@rickypena3020]

How long do you let that SH dwell before rinsing? - Great content! Thanks!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Give or take 7-10mins. By then that hot mix will melt all the organic growths

[@FREDDIEPRESSURE]

I learn something new everyday bro 🥸most definitely taking notes 📝 🤝🏾🫡#BigPressure

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks my brother! I appreciate you BIG PRESSURE!

[@Igor-q3f]

Did you do a full second coat or just touched up. How long did you wait before you can walk for second coat? Thanks.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Just a light coat/touch up. I typically wait about 45 mins/ 1hr. Before 2nd coat

[@whizzkid6427]

Great stuff Cliff! How much do you charge per sq ft on sealing something like that?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I dont put prices on here no more. Too many haters and complainers about what I charge for my own business 💯

[@whizzkid6427]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash I hear you. Thanks keep up the great work

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@whizzkid6427 thanks

[@KingdomKleenPW]

Hey bro, have you ever experienced efflo on travertine or sandblasted marble?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Not on travertine . I haven't yet experienced dealing with marble.

[@Johnny-gd3bs]

I use SH on travertine pavers, but a lot of people say it's bad. I don't see how else you would do it, though.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

A lot of ppl will say no but majority will say yes. Do what works for you

[@corybohn2013]

What about all the plants in the garden with SH?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

What about them? Sh is what everyone uses to clean in the pressure washing industry. Plants are affected if someone is negligent and they're not taking proper precautions to protect them. If you water plants down before and after you will be fine.

[@MerkMonarchX]

wont the 6% mix damage the wood fence/deck during dwell time, i understand rinsing off to the best of your abilities once you start rinsing but what about during dwell time? can it strip the stain or brighten it up and then itll be discolored?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

If you spray 6% on a wooden fence it will discolor it for sure. That's too hot. I never do 6% on wood fences. Most I'll do is 2-3%

[@MerkMonarchX]

but what about the overspray from when you sprayed the pavers? the little drips and drops bouncing off the hard ground surface

[@MerkMonarchX]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash what about the splatters from the mix bouncing off the pavers?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@codymerkle5174 if you're talking about my job on this video then no. It's a painted surface it's not gonna do anything. It's like washing a painted house. I thought you were talking bout cleaning a bare wood fence or deck

[@josecolon6584]

How do I fix my loose travertine.what sand should I use thanks

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

They make repair kits for travertine. I don't specialize in paver restoration. So I don't fix loose pavers. I just use silica sand and sealer. I tell the customers that upfront so they can fix their pavers prior to my service

[@Kabanji]

Would sealing the travertine around the pool increase risk of slipping and falls?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I have no data saying it increases slipping. If that was the case travertine wouldn't be sealed at all. There is an additive called shark grip that you can add for more grip

[@tiffanybishop1298]

Do you come down to Port Charlotte areA?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Unfortunately not for residential work. I would have to charge for traveling which will make the quote more expensive

[@stevezamora4182]

Are you still in business and do you do the Brandon area? Also how do you prevent slipping on the travertine?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes im in business still and yes I do service brandon from time to time. Can prevent anything, people slip and fall on every surface that is wet. There is an additive to add to the sealer to help with grip but I will never ever tell a customer that it will prevent anything. Theres too many variables for an accident and I dont want to be liable for that.

[@dominickbiangone1966]

With TravaCast being a film forming sealer, did it make the travertine slippery? Why not Silacast?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Silicast is for porous pavers. It's an impregnator. Travertine is hard so there's no really room for soaking. No it did not make it slippery. I wouldn't do that and risk my reputation. I did it how it's supposed to be done.

[@dominickbiangone1966]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Thank you. I was just curious as to the effect. It looks great and was a very informative video.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@dominickbiangone1966 yes sir thanks. Also there's an additive called shark grip that can be added if the customer would like it.

[@davyonedickerson1786]

Im in sc bro what’s typically the price per

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Im not quite sure on that cause it varies per market, business, and experience

[@Schrecongostwindowcleaning]

💯💪🏼✌🏼🌲🌳

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks D!

[@shanekelly7026]

whats your gpm on the pressure washer?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

8gpm

[@Stuartbrickpaversealing]

What do u use to remove rust from travertine

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Pretty much same as any other rust job. Nothing different really

[@The1hottwin]

Where r u located in haver travertine to be cleaned and sealed.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I'm in tampa fl. I service the Tampa Bay area though.

[@dustincaldwell2049]

How long to wait between coats ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

About 1hr if you have good sun that day

[@jaredscott547]

$2.44 for sh here. You just use about a cup of pinesol to 4 gallons on water to clear out your 20v at the end of the day?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Not a cup. Just a tiny bit

[@honestabe9103]

What about IBC tote and trailer to tow on your family dollar days ? I checked craigslist tampa and between $65 and $150 for the tote in your area for the extra water days Just thoughts bro

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

This was a one off. I don't do trailers and I'd have to reconfigure the layout inside the van for the tote. Next rifle will have a big 525 gallon tank 💪🏾

[@royalpressureandsoftwash]

I’m paying $2.80 for SH. Where are you getting yours for $1.90?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

2.80 is better then most places. I get mine either from Ameritech or at a local pinch pinch a penny. Keep in mind each pinch a penny is franchised so their prices vary store to store.

[@youngchris2986]

I want to try this but it’s the slippery part that worries me

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Then add the non slip additive in it. They make it for that. It's called shark grip

[@youngchris2986]

And I can still use the mop as well ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@youngchris2986 or roll it. Your choice.

[@fightthefuture]

What is the type/brand of sealer used?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Deco products travacast

[@fightthefuture]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash would this work with shellstone?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@fightthefuture if they want shiny but typically customers go for deco20 instead of travacast

[@jt7559]

How can you tell the difference between this and marble pavers?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Marble would be more of a solid surface. And smooth all over with no pores

[@jt7559]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash is it possible I can email u some pics? The homeowner thinks it's marble. I don't think it is. Nonetheless I'd like to use SH but if it is marble it can damage.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@jt7559 sorry I don't work with marble. That's out of my field

[@jt7559]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash no worries guy thanks

[@Stuartbrickpaversealing]

Do you sand travertine

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You can of course.

[@DavidSunshineAquaWash]

No sand added on this one. So, you can seal without stripping the old sealer and it won’t affect the new sealer? I have my first travertine job coming up, so this was helpful. Thanks Cliff for all this content.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

No sand was needed on this one. They were just installed for the most part. 2nd those weren't sealed so no stripper was needed. This is not the case automatically

[@DavidSunshineAquaWash]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash thanks 🙏

[@TheCleanRanger]

Always thought travertine was fairly porous 🤔

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

No it's very hard stone.

[@donniesykes4689]

Pennsylvania $3.98 for SH

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

YIIIIIIKKKKKESSS thats harsh! even buying in bulk?

[@donniesykes4689]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash that is bulk price 😓

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👋hi

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Good Morning.

[@andreamanning2428]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash good evening popa.

[@JoseCruz-hh2hq]

Gorman $1.45 a gallon sh

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Gorman has the best deals here. Wish they were nearby.

[@PalmBeachFlorida24]

Their pool pump will be toast. It needs to be on a hurricane pad.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Oh really? Welp they'll find out lol

[@rafb145]

Guy says travertine is not porous lol

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

So travertine is porous like concrete pavers? 🤔🤔🤔 go ahead and educate the universe