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How To Clean A Travertine Backsplash


When it comes to choosing a natural stone for your kitchen’s backsplash, one of the more popular tiling options is travertine. Not only is this stone incredibly attractive and able to blend with most decors, it is extremely resistant to staining. This makes it the perfect option for the kitchen, where cooking mishaps and mess are part of the norm. But how do you keep your travertine looking as good as new?

Step 1: In a spray bottle, mix together 2 cups of water and 2 squirts of household dishwashing detergent. Then, add in half a cup of baking soda, put the lid on and shake to ensure that all of the ingredients are combined.

Step 2: Spray the solution onto the travertine backsplash, then wipe the tiles clean using a damp cloth. This solution is safe to use whenever you need to clean the backsplash.

Step 3: For stubborn stains, mix together baking soda and some water. Stir the ingredients until a thick paste has formed, making sure that you have prepared enough to completely cover the stain.

Step 4: Apply the paste to the travertine and let the backsplash sit like this until it has dried. Then, you can wipe the tiles clean using a damp cloth. If the stain hasn’t been completely removed, repeat this step.

As you can see, keeping your travertine backsplash looking as good as new is a relatively simple task, providing that you regularly clean it and remove stains as soon as you notice them. Don’t let the use of travertine tile in your kitchen put you off making your famous pasta sauce or letting the kids help you cook; with these cleaning tips up your sleeve, mess is not a problem.
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