Travertineis a sedimentary rock formed near springs or running water. When water rich in carbon dioxide percolates through limestone, it is actually acidic enough to dissolve the limestone, and become saturated with calcium carbonate. When there is a change in the environment (a change in temperature or a drop in pressure) that the water is running through, the water releases the carbon dioxide as a gas creating a “fizzy” solution. The dissolved calcium carbonate then precipitates out of the solution and recrystallizes. Small debris, scrub, and biotic material (moss, algae, etc) become encrusted and form the travertine. Travertine is quite porous, and contains an abundance of cavities, giving it a very coral like appearance.

Most travertine come filled and honed, though some do come polished. The most common use for travertine is flooring, though it can also be used for fireplace surrounds, vanity, and table tops. Visit our gallery to see more travertine projects.

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