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What Is Travertine?

At My Kitchen Worktop, we offer a wide variety of natural stones, including beautiful travertine worktops. Travertine is a limestone formed primarily from calcite, making it softer than traditional limestone.

While limestone forms through years of pressure and heat, travertine develops near water bodies such as lakes and rivers. It forms as mineral deposits build up over time.

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Where Can Travertine Worktops Be Used?

Travertine is elegant but softer than other natural stones. It works best in specific areas where beauty matters as much as function.

1. Kitchen Worktops

Travertine kitchen worktops bring warmth and character to your space. Their natural streaks and tones create a timeless aesthetic. However, they’re not as hard-wearing as granite or quartz.

2. Interior Flooring

Travertine works well as indoor flooring. It can handle regular foot traffic and looks stunning with a honed finish. This makes it ideal for hallways, lounges, and open-plan areas.

3. Bathrooms

In bathrooms, travertine is both elegant and functional. Use it for wall tiles, vanity tops, or a bathtub surround. A matching surround ties the whole design together.

4. Outdoor Spaces

Travertine is also a great choice for patios and pool decks. Its slip-resistant texture makes it ideal around water. A light sanding ensures comfort for bare feet.

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Popular Travertine Colours

Travertine comes in a range of natural shades. Colour depends on the region where the stone is quarried and the minerals found there. Popular options include:

• Silver

• Crema Viejo

• Silyon

• Yellow

• Travertine Giallo

These colours suit both traditional and modern interiors.