Travertine Tile
A type of limestone characterized by its formation by mineral springs, travertine has been appreciated for its natural colors and used in construction for thousands of years. But there’s more to travertine than meets the eye. Travertine tiles are available in shades from warm brown to silvery grey to black, assorted mosaics and unique shapes and finishes that wow in any space.
Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Florence Lace Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 8 x 8 in.
Morris & Co. Pure Net Linen Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 13 x 13 in.
Laura Ashley Wicker Sea Spray Matte Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 13 x 13 in.
Annie Selke Botanical Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 6 x 6 in.
Portugalia Patchwork Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile - 8 x 8 in.
Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey Matte Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 13 x 13 in.
Elaizig Hex Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 11 x 13 in..
Laura Ashley Mr Jones Midnight Matte Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 13 x 13 in.
Madeleine Blanc Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile 13 in.
Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Eden Ode Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 8 x 8 in.
Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive Ceramic Wall Tile - 3 x 9.5 in.
Amazonia Emerald Tropic Porcelain Hexagon Wall and Floor Tile - 14 in
Jeffrey Alan Marks Summerland Miramar Hex Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 9 x 10 in.
Victoria Blanc Ceramic Wall Tile - 8 x 8 in
Osaka Black Hex Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 11 x 13 in.
Star Oxide Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile - 18 x 18 in.
Viggo Roble Wood Look Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 24 x 24 in.
Calabasis Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 8 x 8 in.
Laura Ashley Sunflower Pale Slate with White Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 8 x 8 in.
Laura Ashley Wexbord Fresh Green Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 6 x 6 in.
Osaka White Hex Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 11 x 13 in.
Laura Ashley Louise Star Cloud Blue Hex Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile - 10 x 9 in.
Annie Selke Aster Soft Pink Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile 12 x 25 in.
The Natural Beauty of Travertine Tile
It’s easy to see why travertine has remained one of the world’s most popular building materials for thousands of years. Whether you go with a travertine tile backsplash, entryway, shower or fireplace hearth, this stone’s timeless look and natural strength mean it will stand the test of time, literally and figuratively. And the inherent variations of natural stone guarantee your space will be one of a kind; even if they are quarried from the same location on the same day, no two pieces of natural travertine are ever the same.
Travertine Tile Finishes
Another likely reason for travertine’s enduring popularity is the variety of finishes that can be achieved by this natural stone, depending on how it is treated after cutting. These are some of the most common travertine tile finishes, from the rustic texture of tumbled travertine to the more formal-feeling high shine of polished travertine
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Tumbled Travertine: Because of how it forms in the earth, travertine naturally contains holes and other negative space that lends even newly cut slabs a textured, time-worn look. This is most evident in tumbled travertine tile, which is made by literally tumbling newly cut tiles in a machine with other rocks. Tumbling ever-so-slightly distresses the surface and softens the sharpness of the tiles’ cut edges.
Brushed Travertine: This finish is created by lightly smoothing the surface with a rotating wire brush. The surface still contains holes and troughs, but they are less pronounced than in pieces of tumbled stone. Although slightly more refined in appearance than their tumbled counterparts, brushed travertine floor tiles are a popular choice for creating spaces with a relaxed, Tuscan feel.
Honed Travertine: Honed travertine is created when the holes in the surface of the stone are filled, after which the surface undergoes grinding and buffing, creating a finish that is mostly smooth to the touch, but still matte (no shine). Honed travertine tile is an especially popular choice for bathroom floors, as it still provides some traction when wet.
Polished Travertine: Looking at a gleaming piece of polished travertine, you’d never know how much texture this stone naturally has. All of the crevices on the surface have been filled in and polished to a smooth, glassy shine. “Luxurious” and “elegant” are two words to describe this high-shine finish.