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Travertine is a natural stone and has been used for thousands of years as a building material. It is made by carbon dioxide rich water filtering through the stone giving it its unique characteristics, which makes it stand apart from other natural stones. Pure travertine is white in colour, but impurities in the water filtering through it can cause colour variations which vary from grey to yellow and brown.

Travertine tiles have become a popular material for home owners, especially for bathroom floors and walls and adds a touch of luxury to any home. Travertine is naturally pitted giving it a worn look which is great for exterior uses such as patio areas and pool surrounds, but it can be filled and polished to a shiny finish for interior use.

Travertine is hard wearing and durable and was widely used as a construction material by the Romans; the Colosseum is one of the largest man-made structures made from travertine. Travertine tiles are a cheaper option than marble or granite and can be used in a variety of different locations throughout the home, making it a versatile and sturdy building material.