Common Uses for Travertine

Interior floors and walls

Travertine tile can suit kitchens, halls and bathrooms when the floor or wall system supports natural stone. Select a finish for the expected moisture and foot traffic.

Kitchen spills can stain or etch the stone. A sealer does not make travertine acid-proof. Plan routine cleaning before you choose the finish.

Patios, paths and pool decks

Exterior pavers provide a thicker stone format for paving. The base, drainage and edge restraints form part of the installation. Stone thickness alone does not establish suitability.

Travertine is a natural stone choice for a barefoot pool deck. In Travertine Mart’s experience, light colors such as Ivory and Ivory Swirl feel only mildly warm underfoot in the sun. Compare samples at your site.

Review the selected finish and wet-area conditions with your installer. Texture is one part of the surface assessment.

Pool edges, steps and caps

Coping forms the pool edge. Its profile and dimensions affect the finished appearance and the installation. Confirm the edge detail before you order.

Do not assume a coping piece is suitable for every stair or wall cap. Check the support, dimensions and local requirements for that application.

Driveways need a separate assessment

Vehicle loads need a designed paving system. Ask your installer to confirm paver format, thickness, base depth and drainage. Patio approval does not establish driveway approval.

Build a practical shortlist

• Record whether the area is inside, covered or exposed.
• Identify wet areas and vehicle traffic.
• Check finished floor levels and pool-edge dimensions.
• Compare samples in the light at the project site.

Use Floor Finder to narrow the products. Compare travertine pavers and travertine tiles, then read covered porch and patio selection.