Sealing Travertine

by Matt
(Kentucky)

One coat or two when sealing travertine? We are gettting conflicting advice - the guy who is advocating one coat says we should pour it on thick! Thanks -

ANSWER
Hi Matt,
I would read the directions from the manufacturer on the particular travertine sealer that you are using. The two types that I discuss on my page Travertine Sealers say that a second coat is optional. Both of these sealers specifically state " A second coat may be needed for more absorbent surfaces. If darker appearance is required, sealer should be applied one hour after initial application".

There is another sealer called BullerProof Sealer, also by Dupont. The directions for this one are the same, except that you can apply the second coat 30 to 40 minutes after the first application. This sealer does not have the slight sheen that Enhance Pro has, but it is also water based.

So it appears that a second coat is up to you. I would just go with the one coat since sealing is optional anyway. However, I would not apply the first coat on "thick"! Just apply as per instructions.