As tiling in the bathroom, on the living room floor or in small decorative touches, this natural stone diffuses its mineral beauty throughout the house. Star of the moment, travertine leaves no one indifferent, and that’s why.
Zoom on travertine, this limestone that is well worth it. For the record, travertine is so strong that it was the material favored by the Romans to build their famous Colosseum. Since then, this natural stone is very popular outdoors and travertine is seen a lot on terraces in particular. Today, its rare and sophisticated elegance allows it to find its way into our interiors, as long as it lasts!
What is the definition of travertine?
This limestone rock which is not new takes its name from the Italian travertino, derived from Tivertino which means Tivoli stone. Unlike marble found in quarries, travertine only grows around certain mineral springs. Usually used in construction, travertine, also called limestone tuff, can present different colors. Snow white when it is pure, travertine stone tends to come in a palette ranging from yellow to brown, including red and gray. And this, depending on the impurities it contains.
Living room, bathroom: where to lay travertine tiles?
While it is a delight in outdoor spaces, especially the terrace, travertine is also very comfortable in indoor flooringwhere it adopts no less than four finishes: polished, brushed, honed and aged travertine. Particularly popular in the bathroom, travertine tiles resists shocks, scratches and cracks and offers anti-slip properties which are welcome in this room where a slip can quickly happen. And travertine tiles are also used in the living room, as an ultra-modern floor or on the stairs. Cut into large slabs, travertine imposes its inimitable style.
What modern interior decor in travertine?
Seduced by its rather unique textured appearance, decoration brands have, this year, had the rich idea of using travertine for their purposes. This is how we had the pleasure of discovering, at Ferm Living and The Socialite Family to name a few, pretty travertine coffee tables, lighting and objects with a simple look. Enough to shape a modern interior with a minimalist atmosphere and engrave it in stone.
What maintenance for travertine?
Like most natural stones, travertine is no exception and requires special maintenance, so that it can maintain its original beauty for as long as possible. To do this, you will first need to apply a water repellent treatment – easy to find in DIY stores or online – on the travertine surface or floor, or renew it if it had already been done. The goal? Protect travertine from humidity, stains and small everyday accidents. As for more frequent cleaning, avoid powdered household products, strippers or acids, as well as abrasive sponges, and place instead liquid Marseille soapAt black soap or to a few drops of dishwashing liquidall diluted in water and applied using a soft cloth. And if your travertine floor is very dirty, mix soda crystals and hot water for a perfect result.
