Where Can Travertine Tiles Be Used?

Travertine tiles can be used in so many places. They are used primarily as floor tile because of the beauty and ease of maintenance. Other areas include bathrooms, counter tops, kitchen back splashes, pool decks, walk ways and patios. Because travertine tiles are easy to manipulate they can be cut into different sizes and easy to install.

Another interesting place to see travertine tiles are in restaurant bathrooms on the walls. It provides a great look and is easy to clean and maintain. I have noticed more and more restaurants doing this to make it easy to clean. Restaurant goers seem to love to see a clean bathroom. It probably makes them think the kitchen is really clean.

Why travertine tiles for your home?

Travertine tiles are used to create rich flooring look for a home or commercial property. They are becoming more and more popular. They come in different colors and finishes (hones, tumbled, brushed or polished). You will also see travertine tiles used as back splashes in a kitchen.

One great feature is that no two tiles are exactly the same. If a floor tile breaks and needs to be replaced then it is no big deal. This no two tiles alike feature allows for a very imaginative floor. Artist and flashy interior designers love to work with travertine.

Travertine is a very low-maintenance product. It works well in high traffic areas and busy offices.

What is Travertine?

Travertine belongs to the limestone family and is also known as Calcium Carbonate. It is formed by minerals dissolving in ground water and then deposited by the earth on her rivers, geysers, natural springs and other bodies of water.

It is becoming a very popular stone for floor tiles. More and more people are adding the rich look of travertine tiles to their home. It looks great and cleans well. There are no or very small grout lines used so dirt can not build up in the seams.