TRAVERTINE MART · THE BUYER’S GUIDE
Plan substrates, paving bases, drainage, joints and coping. Prepare the right questions for your qualified natural-stone installer.
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Plan the stone, coping, drainage and setting system for a saltwater pool. Sealing travertine is optional; check the care plan and warranty exclusions.
Read guide: How to install Travertine around a Salt Water poolA travertine driveway needs a paving system designed for vehicle loads. Confirm the stone, format, base and drainage with your installer.
Read guide: How to install Travertine Pavers on a DrivewayTravertine pavers can be installed over suitable concrete with a compatible flexible mortar system. Check the slab, drainage, movement and finished height before ordering.
Read guide: How to Install Travertine Pavers On ConcreteSand-set travertine pavers use bedding over a compacted aggregate base. Plan the drainage, joints and edge restraints for your site; a concrete slab is not required for this system.
Read guide: How to Install Travertine Pavers On SandPool coping installation starts with the pool structure and edge layout. Confirm support, profile, drainage and movement before setting the stone.
Read guide: How to install Travertine Pool CopingTravertine tile needs a suitable substrate and a compatible setting system. Mortar bonds the tile; grout fills the joints after setting.
Read guide: How to Install Travertine TileSelect travertine and its installation together for a cold-climate project. Review product-specific freeze/thaw information, drainage and the site conditions before ordering.
Read guide: Installing Travertine Pavers in Cold Weather ClimatesLimestone pavers need material-specific installation and sealing. Plan the pale stone’s setting materials, moisture exposure and care before work starts.
Read guide: Limestone Pavers: Installation and SealingFrench Pattern combines several stone sizes in one layout. Plan the module, edges and cuts before calculating crates or setting the first piece.
Read guide: Plan a French Pattern Paver LayoutChoose paver joint material for the installation system. Rigid grout and polymeric sand have different requirements and are not interchangeable.
Read guide: Using Grout between Travertine PaversPolymeric sand must suit the stone, joints and base. Follow the selected product’s instructions for placement, activation and curing.
Read guide: Using Polymeric Sand with Travertine PaversFROM RESEARCH TO YOUR PROJECT
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