Minor damage to travertine marble can be repaired on your own, if you have the time and patience. It is important to repair cracks and chips as soon as possible to prevent them from getting larger and more serious. Keep in mind that you should not attempt to repair large damaged areas of travertine marble; in these cases, contact a professional.
Instructions
1. Clean the travertine marble thoroughly with a dampened sponge.
2. Sand the marble with medium-grit sandpaper; sand down inside the damaged area, but do not sand it down to the level of the marble. Wipe the travertine marble with the sponge again to remove the dust from sanding.
3. Line the edges of the travertine marble with painters' tape to help protect adjacent materials.
4. Pour a small amount of polymer resin in a disposable cup. Following the manufacturer's directions, pour the resin onto the travertine marble, using the paint spreader to catch drips and keep the level of the polymer resin even. Apply an ample amount of polymer resin and allow it to dry. The resin will fill in the damaged area of the travertine marble, making it virtually invisible.
5. Buff the travertine marble with a sponge when the polymer resin is completely dry to obtain a high shine finish.
