What is Travertine Tile?

Travertine is a type of limestone deposited from natural mineral springs in particular hot springs. The rock is quarried into big cubes, and crosscut into tile. The tiles are then honed or grind for a smooth finish. The rock has holes that are then filled with an cementous grouting that is used to fill the holes. Travertine varies in color, vein, and character. No tile is ever alike. Travertine is a porus material that is  required to have a sealer that will prevent staining, and a surface for easier cleaning.  Travertine naturally is available in tan, beige, taupe, brown, and salmon colors. Travertine tile is available in  8 x 8,  8 x 16,     12 x 12 , 16 x 16, 18 x 18,  and 24 x 24 sizes.

*Travertine is commonly installed with an 1/8 inch grout joint to minimize grout maintenance.

Where is Travertine Tile Used?

• Interior and exterior
• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
•  Floors and walls
• Shower surrounds
• Fireplaces
• Vanities

What types of Travertine are available?

Travertine is available in many different color tones, sizes, character and vein.

•  Unfilled: Travertine with naturally occurring holes. (Filled with the same color grout as the grout joints upon installation)

•  Filled: Travertine with its naturally occurring holes filled with a mixture of a hardener and dust obtained from the cutting and honing process.

• Polished: During production, a facet is put on each crystal at a microscopic level – much as a jeweler would facet a diamond. The resultant smooth surface allows light to refract in and out of the stone in a parallel way. This enhances the visible sheen and gives the appearance of depth.

•  Honed: A smooth, non-reflective finish achieved by grinding the surface.

• Saw Cut: The untreated surface of a stone when it is first cut. The surface is slightly rough

• Tumbled (ancient stones): An antique look achieved by rounded corners and edge

Down below are the many choices available.

 

How Do You take Care of  Travertine?

• Proper Travertine Stone Sealer
• Dust Mop
• Use a neutral, Ph balanced, non-acidic cleaner for mopping