About Travertine

Travertine is a form of limestone deposited by mineral springs, particularly hot springs. It has a distinctively porous, honeycomb-like surface texture with natural holes and cavities formed by escaping carbon dioxide. While often grouped with marble, travertine has fundamentally different care requirements due to its high porosity and unique surface character.

Travertine is widely used in Southern European, Middle Eastern, and increasingly Northern European architecture. Its warm, earthy tones (cream, beige, walnut, gold, red) and the way it mellows with age make it popular for floors, bathrooms, pool surrounds, and exterior cladding. Available in honed, tumbled, brushed, and filled or unfilled finishes.

As a calcareous stone (calcium carbonate), travertine is highly acid-sensitive - even more so than polished marble because its porous surface increases the contact area. The natural holes can trap dirt and moisture, making regular cleaning and proper sealing absolutely essential. Unfilled travertine requires more maintenance than filled travertine.