Travertine Sealers Services : Costal Areas, Newport, Balboa, Costa Mesa Whether completing a new floor installation or restoring an existing floor, it is always important to create a new surface that will retain looking its best for as long as possible. Any natural stone is porous and so with saying this, without adequate protection it will absorb spilled liquids which will stain. Sealing the floor creates a barrier between your floor and most harmful spills. All stone surfaces should be sealed in order to protect them and in some cases in order to enhance their natural beauty.
At Pacific Floors we know that Travertine floors are becoming the most popular floors to be installed in high end homes. Because of that we focus our attention on cleaning,honing, polishing, and sealing Travertine floors. Just because we are working so much with Travertine does not mean that’s all we specialize in. Our specialties are in all natural stone floors, countertops, and showers so for any of your sealing trust the experts.
Education on Travertine Sealing :
Pacific Floor Restoration would like to educate you on your Travertine sealing, and so you wont be misled by cheap prices and save you from the consequences of choosing an inexperienced company. You want to stay clear of any sealers that say matte, gloss, shine or enhancer. Stay away from any company or individual that says they can fix all your floors problems with one sealer that is most likely a gimmick and will be very costly to remove later on ,as a matter of fact the only sealer you should use on these types of stones are penetrating impregnator sealers. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us it will save you money in the long run.
Do you have or want polished travertine? Whatever your needs are Pacific Floor Restoration has the training and experience you need to polish your travertine. At Newport Beach Floors we use state-of-the-art Diamond pads and specially formulated compounds. With these two components we can achieve a highly polished surface with a great deal of clarity.
Travertine polishing processes can be very controversial because there’s a lot of different ways to travertine marble and every contractor uses a different technique. What technique is the best, and who can I trust? I’m going to address a few of the different ways you can polish a travertine because there is so many that I cannot address them all.
The most popular one is acid polishing with steel wool most commonly known as crystallization or vitrification. This process is not recommended by Pacific Floor Restoration for the reasons in the video on the homepage.
Another populur travertine polishing process is diamond polishing.Diamond polishing which is basically running a very fine grit diamond with water until you receive the desired polish. this alone is not recommended by Newport Beach Floor Restoration because we can achieve a much better result with our technology.
Another popular system for polishing travertine is with polishing powders, pastes, or diamond pads. These past and powder are very complex with alot of different components but to simplify it, these powders are very abrasive and acidic and when used right they can give good results. This alone is not recommended by Pacific Floor Restoration because we feel that we can achieve a better result with our technology.
At PacificFloor Restoration we are trained to be able to polish with all the above techniques, and technologies. Now with that said we recommend using a combination of diamond polishing, and powder polishing because we have developed a powder that works with diamond polishing. We don’t feel that one polish gives all the benifits that we can give.
How to Polish Travertine
To polish travertine you must start off with a Clean floor. The next step would be to evaluate the travertine to see how badly the floor is scratched etched or how healthy the floor is so we can determine how deep you must go with your diamonds typically most floors will start off with a #400 diamond and then proceed with the next steps #600-#800-#1800-#3000-#6000 diamonds (Every system is different this is just a generic example). After running all your diamonds you can start with your polish if more shine is desired. After cleaning, grinding, and polishing is done then you will need to seal the floor with a penetrating sealer to complete the job.
Polished Travertine pros & cons
Pros and cons to having your travertine polished. Lets start with the pros first. With a polished travertine we can use more hardener in our water solution when grinding the floor with our diamonds, which all travertine floors could use because of how soft the stone is. So basically because we are polishing your stone we can make the surface harder, and make it more scratch resistant. Polishing will also bring out the natural colors in the tile and act as an enhancer.
There are a few cons as well. Because your floor has such high shine everything is noticeable like holes, dirt, and worn areas. The floor will be harder so it wont scratch as easily, but you will notice it more.
This is a personal preference and the amount of shine can also be determined by you and your Pacific Floors Representative. Give Texas Floor Restoration a call to polish your floor.
Honing is more commonly performed polish on a Travertine floor. Honing is actually a type of polish, a lower level polish like a satin finish, and because most Travertine floors come from the factory with that low shine/hone and most Marble floors come from the factory polished dose not mean all marble or Travertine floors that come that way or has to stay that way. Whether or not your floor has come from the factory polished or honed we can always customize your marble to a honed finish. When your Marble has been worn for several years, and has developed enough surface scratches to dull the surface, or just plain dirty you might be ready for your Marble to be resurfaced.
Marble HONING PROCESSESPacific Floor Restorationis is able to machine hone your Marble with the use of diamond abrasive pads. This procedure will remove minor scratches and surface abrasions and return the Marble to a like new appearance or in many instances better. If your tired of the honed look you can always choose a polished or higher hone depending upon your tastes and preferences. Marble honing can also be performed with the use of an abrasive compound power also known as ,honing powders and state-of-the-art diamond pads. The most important thing is how you seal your Marble when you’re done honing because that’s going to keep it looking better for longer.
Do I Need my Marble Refinished?
Over time every floor will need refinished, honed or cleaned and if you let it go to far replaced.When your Marble has been worn for several years, and has developed enough surface scratches to dull the surface, or just plain dirty you might be ready for your Marble to be resurfaced. If your reading this chances are your marble need some attention so don’t hesitate call today. (949) 545-5205
Our marble cleaning typically involves a intensive cleaner that is very affective, but very gentle on the stone. We are very careful not to get the stone too wet, because any floor can be water logged or flooded. This is very important because water and soap can hurt or damage your floor by penetrating too deep.
There are alot of other companies that will use surface cleaners which is basically a pressure washer with a vacuum. These machines often open up the pores on soft stones, and for that reason we don’t recommend using that on your specialty floor.
These machines use between 1200-1800psi at 3 gallons per minute, that is way to much water hitting the floor with to much pressure. The vacuum does not stop the water from penetrating the floor and opening up the pours.
Let me give you example that you might understand: If you have ever pressure washed your driveway or concrete you would have noticed little particles of sand all over you and everything around you. Now we can think that it’s dirt but the truth is that it’s prat of the concrete and you are opening up the pours. Thats why after cleaning your concrete it gets dirtier fater and faster unless you seal it. this will happen to your marble the same way.
Marble Maintenance Services :
Once you have your marble floors done by a professional, the floors should last about 1-4 years depending on traffic and if the floor was sealed correctly. We recommend getting your floors done as needed in that window, and never wait longer than the recommended 4 years.
Types of Marble Finishes
Marble tiles have become more and more popular in home flooring, walls, backslpash, pavers, and around the pool. All travertine can look uniquely different due to their different finishes. Some of the most popular finishes are polished (a mirror like shine), tumbled (rough), Brushed (worn or textured suface), or honed (matte). Your Texas Floor technician will be able to successfully identify which type of travertine you have and can further advise you on how to clean to it’s maximum potential. Each marble is different, and they varry on color, durability, porosity, and density depending on the quarry that it came from. No two marbles are the same so be cautious when a company has a “one size fits all” answer to your floor cleaning plan.
Mistakes we see when Cleaning Marble
Cleaning marble requires special tools, chemicals, sealers, and protectants to prevent scratching, etching, and permanent staining. If your professional DOES NOT have the right tools, chemicals and expertise he could create a scenario for some fairly signifigant damage to your marble stone. CAUTION: never clean marble with cleaning products containing lemon, bleach vinegar, or any type of acidic products. Also never use scouring creams and powders. These types of products will etch or scratchmarble floors and cause costly marble restoration services to your budget. Also NEVER clean with high alkaline cleaner as they break down the sealer leaving your floors vulnerable to water stains, etch marks, and other stains. We also NEVER Recommend using using OxiClean or Mr.Clean Magic Eraser as a cleaner on any type of natural stone. OxiClean and Mr. Clean Magic Eraser have many beneficial uses but using it to clean your marble is NOT one of them. All our clients receive a comprehansive Stone Care Guide that address these issues.
The next biggest mistake we see people make is that either home owners or their professional marble cleaner will use a generic sealer from the local hardware store that leaves the floor with a sticky residue. The reason for that is because your polished, tumbled or honed marble has various different porosities. You will need a sealer that correctly matches your marble type.
Marble polishing processes can be very controversial because there’s a lot of different ways to polish marble and every contractor uses a different technique. What technique is the best, and who can I trust? I’m going to address a few of the different ways you can polish a Marble because there is so many that I cannot address them all.
The most popular one is acid polishing with steel wool most commonly known as crystallization orvitrification. This process is not recommended by Pacific Floor Restoration for the reasons in the video on the homepage.
Another populur marble polishing process is diamond polishing.Diamond polishing which is basically running a very fine grit diamond with water until you receive the desired polish. this alone is not recommended by Newport Beach Floor Restoration because we can achieve a much better result with our technology.
Another popular system for polishing Marble is with polishing powders, pastes, or diamond pads. These past and powder are very complex with alot of different components but to simplify it, these powders are very abrasive and acidic and when used right they can give good results. This alone is not recommended by Pacific Floor Restoration because we feel that we can achieve a better result with our technology.
At Pacific Floor Restoration we are trained to be able to polish with all the above technologies, and techniques. Now with that said we recommend using a combination of diamond polishing, and powder polishing because we have developed a powder that works with diamond polishing. We don’t feel that one polish gives all the benifits that we can give.
How to Polish Marble
To polish marble you must start off with a Clean floor. The next step would be to evaluate the marble to see how badly the floor is scratched etched or how healthy the floor is so we can determine how deep you must go with your diamonds typically most floors will start off with a #200 diamond and then proceed with the next steps #400-#600-#800-#1800-#3000-#6000 diamonds (Every system is different this is just a generic example). After running all your diamonds you can start with your polish if more shine is desired. After cleaning, grinding, and polishing is done then you will need to seal the floor with a penetrating sealer to complete the job.
What is Marble?
Marble is a rock resulting from the metamorphism of sedimentary carbonate rocks, most commonly limestone or dolomite rocks. Metamorphism causes variable recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in many different colors and designs. Pure white marble is the result of metamorphism of a very pure limestone. The characteristic swirls and veins of many colored marble varieties are usually due to various mineral impurities such as clay, silt, sand, or chert which were originally present as grains or layers in the limestone. Another type of marble, green marble, is often due to serpentine resulting from originally high magnesium limestone or dolostone with silica impurities. These various impurities have been mobilized and recrystallized by the intense pressure and heat of the metamorphism. Construction marble is a stone which is composed of calcite, dolomite or serpentine which is very easily polished. Marble is a stone that many cultures use to show status or wealth. Marble is a gorgeous stone than can transform any room to elegance. Whether you have a new marble floor that you want to keep its luster or an older marble floor than you want restored to that brand new shine; Texas Floor Restoration knows marble.
What our clients are saying about us…Pacific Carpet & Tile Cleaning – Newport Beach CA
I know that you can’t always believe what a company says about itself or its service, and I don’t want you to just take my word that I am the best. I can tend to be biased. But you certainly can believe what my clients have to say. At Pacific I have over 14,000 more-than-satisfied clients that would never allow any other carpet cleaning company in their home.
Here are what just a few of them have to say about my company, my technicians, and my service. All references are available upon request.
I wanted to let everyone know how impressed I am with their services. I was living with my Boyfriend and his 2 male roommates. I hate to say it but the carpet was so bad I was embarrassed to have people come over, until I had this company clean the carpets. Upon moving out I called many places who gave me quotes up to $200.00 for a 1,052 square foot apartment and that was without their special spot remover. Pacific carpet cleaning aka http://tileandcarpetclea… quoted $99.00 including spot remover.I believe the gentleman I spoke with at first was Jeff, also the owner, he had great knowledge and was very detailed regarding his equipment. He also gave me tips on how to keep my new upcoming white carpet clean and also suggested a inexpensive carpet cleaner spray I can use if I had any small accident spills. Our carpet cleaner was named Alex who I also called David Blaine and David Copperfield because of the fact that the stains would magically disappear before my eyes, he was quick, friendly and gave 100% effort. Their equipment is superior. The total bill ended up being $130.00. I couldn’t be happier with the results. I now added them to my contacts as, “The Bomb Carpet Cleaners.” Thank you Pacific Carpet Cleaners for your knowledge and your incredible services.Natalie E.,
Irvine, CA ————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————These guys are the best. I’ve used them 3 times to clean my nasty carpets. I have three dogs and things get dirty fast. Each time I made an appointment they’ve always showed up on time, usually with 2 guys. They tap your hot water heater and drag in these super long hoses into your house. I swear the carpets are new when they finish. I’ve used other carpet cleaners and these guys are significantly cheaper. Will be using them again.
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Love, Love Love these guys. They are inexpensive and do a great job. Have used them several times and each time they come make my carpets look like brand new each time. I even have pet problems and they make them go away!! They are my carpet cleaners for ever. Just found out they do tile and upholstery cleaning to. Cant wait to get my tile cleaned next month! —————————————————————————————————————————————————————
“You have cleaned my carpet 4 or 5 times and your technicians have always been nice and did a good job. I’ve always been pleased. If I hadn’t been pleased they would have only been here 1 Time. Your company was able to take the smell of dog urine out of the hall carpet. Thanks.
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“We have a sculpted carpet and you were able to get out a stain that would have otherwise necessitated replacement of an entire room’s carpeting. Good to excellent general cleaning.
M. Dickerson,Tustin, CA.———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————“Carpet & Furniture looked great after cleaning. Felt they did a thorough job.
Wm. F. Kyle Jr.,Tustin, CA.———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
“They stayed on task until the job was finished to my satisfaction & I really appreciate that!
How Often Should I Clean My Carpet? – Beach Areas, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Balboa, Corona Del Mar
This is a commonly asked question. I have had people say that they have not had their carpets cleaned in 10 years or more because they have relied on myths and misconceptions. The fact is that cleaning extends the life of your carpet and saves you the tremendous amount of money required to replace prematurely worn carpet. Carpets cleaned on a regular basis provide a healthy, safe living environment for you and your family at the same time adding years of life to one of the larger investments in your home. So the question is, how often should they be cleaned? The answer can depend on several factors. The chart below taken from the IICRC Reference Guide for Professional Carpet Cleaning can assist you in answering this all important question.
Traffic Soil RatingCarpet Owner / MaintainerProfessional Carpet Cleaner / Restorer VacuumingSpot CleaningHeavy-Use Area CleaningRestorative CleaningLight Soil1x per weekDaily or as soon as spots are noticedTraffic areas every 12 to 18 monthsEvery 2 years or per manufacturer warranty.Normal Soil(Families With children, elderly).1x per weekDaily or as soon as spots are noticedTraffic areas every 6 to 12 monthsAnnuallyHeavy Soil(Families With Pet and smoking)2 to 4x per weekDaily or as soon as spots are noticedTraffic areas every 3 to 6 monthsSemi Annualy(2 x Annually)Extreme Conditions (Large Families, Multiple Pets).DailyDaily or as soon as spots are noticedTraffic lanes every 2 – 3 monthsQuarterly(4 x Annualy)
Did you know that according to the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration (IIRC) you should have your carpets cleaned AT LEAST1TIME PER YEAR depending on the amount of traffic? The IIRC is a professional association that trains & monitors cleaning technicians throughout the United States. To help you decide how often your carpets need to be cleaned, I have included a graph from the IIRC S100 book
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The Most Powerfull Truck-Mounted Carpet Steam Cleaning Equipment Available!
Hi my name is Jeff Bryant, and I’m the owner of Pacific Carpet & Tile Cleaning . Over the last 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping over thousands of your friends and neighbors get the most sparkling carpets and rugs they’ve ever seen. In fact, many tell me they love taking their shoes off and rubbing their toes in the soft, fluffy carpet after they get the most thorough cleaning ever (which we guarantee to give you…or our service is free)!
Commercial Carpet Cleaning
1-1000 sq ft .12 cents per sq. ft.
1,000-3,000 sq ft .11 cents per sq. ft.
3,000-5,000 sq ft .10 cents per sq. ft.
5,000-8,000 sq ft .09 cents per sq. ft.
8,000-15,000 sq ft .08 cents per sq. ft.
15,000 and up .07 cents per sq. ft.
Long Lasting Deep Clean – We extract all the dirt, grime & debris of 100% of your carpet yarns. We don’t just buff the surface like some bonnet or carbonation methods (Dry-Chemical Systems) do. With our cleaning process your carpets and rugs will stay cleaner longer because we extract all the dirt & debris.
Kills Germs, Bacteria, and Dust Mites – Our High Powered, Truck-Mounted Steam Extraction process kills and extracts most germs, bacteria, and dust mites from your carpet fibers. 98% of the carpet mills recommends Hot Water Extraction (steam) as the preferred cleaning method.
We Use Safe-Bio-Degradable Cleaning Agents – The cleaning agents we use are designed for your particular carpet & rug fibers and are safe for children and animals.
No Cleaning Residue Left in Your Carpets – We use rinsing strokes to make sure no cleaning residue is left in your carpet yarns. By flushing out all the dirt, grime, and cleaning agents we restore your matted traffic lanes to fluffy and soft carpet fibers with no soap residue making your carpets stay cleaner longer.
Fast Drying Time – Because of our deep extraction, van-powered truck mounted equipment, we pick up 98% of the moisture we put down. Only your carpet fibers are barely damp. Depending on the grade of carpeting and the air circulation in your home our drying time is approx. 2-10 hours.
We don’t Cut Corners, We Clean Them – We take all the time needed to clean every square inch thoroughly.
We Move Most Furniture – We move most furniture and place plastic tabs and blocks under the furniture so the carpets will dry properly.
We are IICRC Certified and a Chosen Member of Ethical Services – This assures you that we have been trained and tested. And we abide by a strict code of ethics which results in the highest level of customer satisfaction.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed or our service is free – There is nothing worse than paying for a service and not being happy or thrilled with the results. You have peace of mind always when you use us to clean your carpets.
25 Years of Experience – As the saying goes “practice makes perfect.” And we have perfected our cleaning methods and spotting techniques to give our clients maximum cleaning results. If it can be gotten out, Sunrise gets it out.
Professional Friendly Service – You will receive friendly, informative, and caring service from your first phone call to the completion of your job. We also call a day or two later to make sure you are still thrilled with our service.
What are you waiting for. Give us a call right now, , so you can have the Fluffiest- Cleanest Carpet & Rugs in .
The CARPET INSPECTION is free, and there’s no obligation. I come out in uniform and I treat your home the way I would like others to treat my own home. Isn’t this what you are looking for from a professional cleaning company. Call us today for your free inspection at (949) 545-5205.I look forward to meeting you.
A company can say anything they want about their services, but the comments of their clients will tell the real story. You can see comments from my happy clients on this Website.
Our company has over 25 years of experience in the carpet and tile cleaning industry. We provide customers with reliable solutions for all of their carpet cleaning and tile & grout cleaning needs. Our company also offers upholstery cleaning, marble/travertine floor polishing, and wood floor refinishing services that our customers can count on. Our BBB rating is an A, and we are happy to have over 12,000 satisfied customers. Our customer reviews are positive, and we always believe in offering quality services. We have powerful industrial strength cleaning equipment that we use for all of our services.
Carpet CleaningIf you need our carpet cleaning expertise, we are ready to assist you. We will pre-vacuum, pre-condition, and offer spot treatments so that your carpet looks as good as it did when you first bought it. Our steam extraction process is done by highly trained personal. Our technicians know what type of cleaning products and supplies should be used on each carpet or rug material. We will safely clean one room of carpet or an entire house or building full. We understand the importance of having clean and deodorized carpets to help your building look its best.
Tile & Grout CleaningWe offer professional tile & grouting services. Our company can make sure that your tile and grout stays clean. We can also handle marble/travertine floor polishing. If you have porcelain or ceramic tile, we can make sure that is is cleaned properly too. Contact us if you are interested in Limestone cleaning and polishing, vinyl floor stripping and waxing, or wood floor refinishing.
Upholstery CleaningOur company offers safe and effective upholstery cleaning too. We can spot clean and pre-condition your upholstery to make sure that it looks clean and attractive. Our technicians have the right tools and cleaning supplies to work on all types of upholstery without causing any damages. We can get rid of stains, pet hair, and more.
Family Owned BusinessOur company is family owned and operated. We are not a franchise, so that helps us to keep our prices low. We offer commercial and residential services that our customers can trust.
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Cleaning Marble, Granite, Travertine, Limestone, Slate… Newport Beach CA
These type of natural stone and made materials are highly desirable these days & highly used in surfaces like floors, counter-tops, showers, walls, etc. With this new use of natural stone in homes, offices, buildings & more has come an enormous lack of knowledge & misinformation regarding the best use & maintenance to keep these natural stone materials looking at their best.
Travertine is a very porous type of natural stone, dirt and debris get stuck in its grooves causing the surface to look darker and dirty. A deep cleaning of the surface will usually get rid of most foreign objects and substances trap in its pores. Unlike marble there are various types of finishes we can achieve with travertine, ex: matte, honed, satin, semi-gloss & high-gloss. However, satin finish is the most popular with least maintenance that holds up the longest.
Limestone is a soft porous stone. However, it is more resilient and better in terms of maintenance than its cousin travertine. nevertheless it needs a good maintenance program to keep its surface looking nice and clean. It is recommended to use PH neutral cleaners to periodically clean the surface of limestone, this helps keep dirt and debris from clogging its pores. Different finishes can be achieved with limestone, matte and satin being the most popular.
Overtime slate and flagstone have become very popular materials to use in home and building exteriors throughout Orange County. With its popularity has also come a lack of knowledge on how this beautiful natural stones need to be maintain. At Pacific we like to educate our customers and also home/building designers and architects to avoid going through the pit falls of using low-density materials in high-exposure areas
Marble floors come from the factory polished dose not mean all marble or Travertine floors that come that way or has to stay that way. Whether or not your floor has come from the factory polished or honed we can always customize your marble to a honed finish. When your Marble has been worn for several years, and has developed enough surface scratches to dull the surface, or just plain dirty you might be ready for your Marble to be resurfaced.
vitrification. This process is not recommended by Pacific Floor Restoration for the reasons in the video on the homepage.
