[tstex]

Hello to All,

We have a tumbled travertine installed in a Versailles pattern around pool and outside kitchen area. It is an ivory color and with a lot of moisture, there has begun some staining, which I am sure it mold.

When the pool comp contractors installed the plaster/pebblesheen, I came home and a guy was using a power washer to "wash off" any plaster residue from areas around the pool. The idiot was using a power-washer that was 3500psi, thus blowing out all of the natural material in the travertine decking. This is the softer material that is formed in the crevices and smaller holes of the travertine. I immediately stopped him and you can see the differences in the stone that was blasted and the stone that was not. Some larger holes now are forming dark mold.

My goals are as follows

1. Properly clean the entire area w a 500-600psi and remove mold and other loose debris [Is there a none harsh, not acid based chemical that can help w this process??
2. Once the surface and holes are all cleaned-out and now pristine again, what can I use to fill the larger holes that will match as close a possible to the travertine, and if it weathers, they both weather the same [filled-hole and travertine].
3. Once (2) above is done, is there anything else you recommend? I do not want to seal the stone, and do not mind an annual cleaning
4. Lastly, some of the polymeric sand used has turned dark and moldy. What do you suggest I do for these like areas?

I am looking at 500sqft near the pool which 1/2 was blasted. Another 700sqft to clean that is in a covered area. I just want to clean this and fill a few natural holes that are too large and keep getting debris in them.

if you have any questions, pls let me know? The pool water is CL base, not salt for the obvious reasons. No acids of any kind can be used.

As always, thank you very much for your feedback. You guys are great.

Regards,
tstex

 

[Canarywood1]

Hello to All,

We have a tumbled travertine installed in a Versailles pattern around pool and outside kitchen area. It is an ivory color and with a lot of moisture, there has begun some staining, which I am sure it mold.

When the pool comp contractors installed the plaster/pebblesheen, I came home and a guy was using a power washer to "wash off" any plaster residue from areas around the pool. The idiot was using a power-washer that was 3500psi, thus blowing out all of the natural material in the travertine decking. This is the softer material that is formed in the crevices and smaller holes of the travertine. I immediately stopped him and you can see the differences in the stone that was blasted and the stone that was not. Some larger holes now are forming dark mold.

My goals are as follows

1. Properly clean the entire area w a 500-600psi and remove mold and other loose debris [Is there a none harsh, not acid based chemical that can help w this process??
2. Once the surface and holes are all cleaned-out and now pristine again, what can I use to fill the larger holes that will match as close a possible to the travertine, and if it weathers, they both weather the same [filled-hole and travertine].
3. Once (2) above is done, is there anything else you recommend? I do not want to seal the stone, and do not mind an annual cleaning
4. Lastly, some of the polymeric sand used has turned dark and moldy. What do you suggest I do for these like areas?

I am looking at 500sqft near the pool which 1/2 was blasted. Another 700sqft to clean that is in a covered area. I just want to clean this and fill a few natural holes that are too large and keep getting debris in them.

if you have any questions, pls let me know? The pool water is CL base, not salt for the obvious reasons. No acids of any kind can be used.

As always, thank you very much for your feedback. You guys are great.

Regards,
tstex

Travertine is very soft, you saw what happened when the pressure washer was used, then use this cleaner from HD you can make it any strength you want but get it in a gallon size as opposed to the quart size in the link i''ll post, mix it in a pump up garden sprayer.

 

[tstex]

Thanks, look forward to the link...

 

[Canarywood1]

Thanks, look forward to the link...

Sorry forgot to post it.


http://www.homedepot.com/p/Mold-Armor-32-oz-Mildew-Stain-Remover-Plus-Blocker-FG523/100678523

 

[tstex]

Canary, have you used this before? I read the reviews and there were some disgruntled buyers...thanks

 

[Canarywood1]

Canary, have you used this before? I read the reviews and there were some disgruntled buyers...thanks

Yes i have , many times, and still do, just follow the directions.


What gripes??

 

[tstex]

Canary,

Pls see this link which are product reviews...scroll down and see reviews. I use these w a grain of salt, but also seek how many good vs bad and weigh the difference. Thx.

Ie:
DISAPPOINTMENT!
PostedAugust 4, 2015
Overall rating
1.0 out of 5

Quality
1.0 out of 5

Value
2.0 out of 5

Verified Purchase
No, I do not recommend this product.



This product did not clean the mold/mildew off the tile at all. Definitely do not recommend.



Cons: did not clean






Here are all the reviews..

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Mold-Arm...5001rw&cm_mmc=CJ-_-6158626-_-11210757&cj=true

 

[Canarywood1]

Canary,

Pls see this link which are product reviews...scroll down and see reviews. I use these w a grain of salt, but also seek how many good vs bad and weigh the difference. Thx.

Ie:
DISAPPOINTMENT!
PostedAugust 4, 2015
Overall rating
1.0 out of 5

Quality
1.0 out of 5

Value
2.0 out of 5

Verified Purchase
No, I do not recommend this product.



This product did not clean the mold/mildew off the tile at all. Definitely do not recommend.



Cons: did not clean






Here are all the reviews..

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Mold-Arm...5001rw&cm_mmc=CJ-_-6158626-_-11210757&cj=true

Yeah, you always have to consider the nut behind the wheel, and i personally would not use this product in the house, but that's just me, i personally use it once a year OUTDOORS and it works for me.

 

[tstex]

Canary,

What stone or material so you use the product? Thanks again

 

[Canarywood1]

Limestone, if your in doubt just get a quart and test it in a small area,only about 6/7 bucks

 

[joecaption]

That would have been one of the last types of tile I would have used.
It's just way to poris and soft.

 

[tstex]

That would have been one of the last types of tile I would have used.
It's just way to poris and soft.

Joe, I hear ya. But the wife really likes it and it was selected to max the travertine spa, trav wall & columns, the trav column and coping tops and the siding on the kitchen. If I can get away w one good cleaning a yr, I'm ok w it...thx

 

[Druidia]

We have honed travertine in the bathroom going on 13 years now. Stone must have time to dry after shower.

I clean it weekly with Dawn dish detergent and keep mildew at bay with oxygen based cleaner.

I use a sealer/enhancer every few years to keep the grout (mainly) dark.

Travertine filler, good reviews and lots of helpful tips;
http://www.amazon.com/Tenax-Travertine-Filler-1-liter/dp/B000VM15DI

 

[tstex]

Thanks Dru - Seems you have a good routine maintenance plan...

I use a sealer enhancer on the coping and tops of column and spa. It wks well.

The Travertine filler, Tenax, is only recommended for inside. My application is outside. I would guess that the Tenax does not do well w UV rays or cold/hot expansion, but just a guess.