Travertine
The travertine is not marble but a limestone rock with a porous texture and parallel layers. It is the material of Roman architecture and retains warm earthy tones. Its pores can remain open or be filled, with noticeably different results on the final surface.
- Color
- Beige
- Material
- Travertine
What is Travertine
Travertine is not marble but a limestone rock that forms on the surface, where water rich in calcium springs from sources and deposits calcium carbonate. This process creates its characteristic pores, the small voids that make it immediately recognizable. It is named after Tibur, the present-day Tivoli near Rome, and is the material of the Colosseum.
Features
- Geological type: limestone sediment from springs, not marble
- Color: beige
- Characteristic: visible pores throughout the mass
- Design: layered, from successive deposition
- Processing: available with open pores or filled with resin
Features
| Color | Beige |
|---|---|
| Material | Travertine |
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is the same characteristic of the material and the reason it is chosen. They come from the bubbles during the formation of the rock.
It is the basic decision before the order. The resin-filled ones provide a smooth surface that is easily cleaned and is the usual choice for interior floors and countertops. The open ones maintain the natural character and provide a non-slip texture, but collect dust.
The travertine is extracted in many countries, with the most well-known being Italy, Turkey, and Iran, and the appearance varies significantly by deposit. Ask us about the specific batch.
Information about Travertine
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