Travertine can be used around a saltwater pool. Plan the deck, pool coping and drainage with your installer and pool specialist. Sealing travertine is optional.
Understand the exposure
Pool water and splash can enter porous stone. As water evaporates, salts can remain on or within the material. Repeated exposure can affect appearance and condition.
Travertine, marble, limestone and shellstone need assessment for the specific pool environment. Do not apply one stone’s test results to another.
Plan water management
Confirm surface drainage and the pool-edge detail. Avoid areas that retain splash water below the paving. Check irrigation and cleaning water as well as pool water.
Ask the installer and pool specialist to coordinate the deck, coping and pool chemistry plan.
Choose protection for the material
Sealing travertine is optional. If you choose to seal, use a product compatible with the stone, exposure and setting system. Follow its application instructions, including treatment before installation where specified.
Sealer does not make stone salt-proof or acid-proof. For our limestone and shellstone products, read the stated requirement to seal both sides before installation. Confirm compatibility with the bonding system.
Handle deposits without acid
Do not use vinegar or a general acidic cleaner on these stones. White deposits can have different causes. Identify the cause before choosing a treatment.
Use a qualified stone-care professional for persistent deposits or surface damage. Keep the cleaning method compatible with the stone, sealer and joints.
Check terms before ordering
Read salt-water protection and the Limited Warranty. The warranty lists salt-water damage among its exclusions.
Review pool coping and the installation guide with your installer. Record these choices before ordering:
- The stone, finish, paver thickness and coping profile.
- The deck drainage and pool-edge detail.
- The setting and joint materials for the selected products.
- The cleaning plan and instructions for any sealer you choose.
- The applicable product and installation warranty conditions.
Questions and answers
Will sealer prevent all salt damage?
No. It can reduce absorption when correctly selected and applied. Exposure, drainage and maintenance still matter.
Should I remove white deposits with acid?
Do not use a general acid treatment on carbonate stone. Identify the deposit and use a stone-compatible method.
