Travertine Tiles & Pavers for Floors, Pools & Patios
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Travertine & The Colloseum
Travertine has been used on paths, stairs, walls and floors in Europe for hundreds of years - it's part of the stone's charm. Travertine has been used on more significant buildings as well. The Colloseum in Rome was constructed with travertine quarried from Tivoli on the outskirts of the city. The Sacre Coeur Basilica in Paris and the Getty Centre in Los Angeles are also made from travertine.
Turkish Travertine - Up There with the Best
Bellstone’s travertine selection are premium lines of extremely dense material sourced from Turkey. The colours are warm and earthy, ranging from beige, bone and light tan through to caramel and chocolate – the tiles used in our product photos have been selected carefully to illustrate the full variation in colour.
Travertine, Wine & Roses
A lot of wine has been spilled on travertine over the years, especially in Italy! The roses add a splash of beautiful colour. However, too much wine can add unexpected patina to the surface if care is not taken! Travertine is a sedimentary rock that is comprised principally of calcite (calcium carbonate) and is derived from deposits built up in mineral springs. Calcite which is also in marble is very susceptible to all kinds of acids, some of which appear quite harmless.
Wine, coke and orange juice are all examples of substances that are acidic which may cause damage if spilled and left lying on the stone surface. Red wine and coffee are examples of household products that may also cause staining if not cleaned up promptly. The easiest way to prevent stains is to wipe up the spilled liquid straightaway.
Sealants can also be used as an insurance against damage such as staining they will also make moisture penetration into the stone more difficult; sealants will also make the stone easier to clean and maintain.
Travertine - A Holy Stone
Travertine contains holes but don't worry - they are meant to be there! The characteristic holes unique to travertine have been created by trapped gases such as carbon dioxide that have leaked away over time. The holes in travertine distinguish it from other types of stone e.g. marble. Whilst not all travertine contains holes it is certainly a well known and loved characteristic of the stone. In some instances the holes may be be better filled; this can be done at the factory before dispatch or alternatively grouted over after the stone has been laid.
For more information on our travertine see Product List & Specifications
