By: Arthur Cooper
Submitted: 2011-01-10 14:36:00 | Word Count: 664
Travertine is one of the world’s oldest natural resources. It’s a form of limestone that is created when minerals in hot springs are deposited. This process results in having no two travertine tiles that are alike. Huge variances occur depending on all the different variables involved in the creation process, including what minerals are present. This creates a highly unique and beautiful stone perfect for achieving an elegant, one of a kind look in your home.
Natural stone is one of the Earth’s most durable resources, and with proper care can last a lifetime. However, like all natural stone, travertine is porous. Therefore it needs to be properly sealed in order to be safeguarded against stains and damage. A proper seal will help prevent liquids like wine, and other dark fluids from seeping into its pours. It will also protect it against harsh cleaners. For example, anything containing citric acid shouldn’t be used to clean a travertine surface, even if it does have a good seal. Citric acid is an extremely harsh chemical on natural stone, and will wear your seal down rapidly if used repeatedly. To care for your travertine floor, use only gentle cleaners that are made for natural stone.
They also come in several different textures. A honed finish will provide more of a matte look, and is good for flooring and other surfaces that may be slippery. Tumbled travertine is often used in more antique applications, due to its rough appearance and rounded corners. The stone can also go through a process that involves filling its pours with another medium, and then polishing the actual stone, leaving a varied and interesting texture that can range from shiny to matte on each individual tile.
Travertine tiles usually come in 4 standard sizes: 12 by 12 inches, 13 by 13 inches, 16 by 16 inches and 18 by 19 inches. However, some companies like Stoneline Group, offer patterns and various mix and match designs to help you customize your home for a look that’s uniquely you.
Stoneline Group has their own quarry located in the Turkish mountains and ships their travertine floor tile all over the world. They provide clients across the globe with extremely high quality stone at a fraction of the price.
Travertine is an ideal medium for any project, whether it’s your home or office; your bathroom, kitchen, entry way or entire home. Travertine can provide your project with the elegance you want, and the unique look to compliment your home well. It’s a timeless medium that will only add value to your space.
Visit www.stonelinegroup.com today to see the various types of travertine floor tile available to you. You can also peruse the online gallery, get ideas for your own home project and even get a quote. So head over to their website today and start your home improvement project today.
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