Travertine, with its millennia-old history and timeless charm, is an ideal choice for those seeking classic elegance adaptable to any setting. From Roman monuments to modern residences, this precious material embodies the essence of ancient grandeur but also seamlessly integrates into contemporary environments. With a diverse color range and versatility ranging from flooring to cladding, decorations, and more, travertine enriches spaces with its unique beauty and history.
A prestigious material endowed with an intrinsic, timeless elegant charm, travertine finds its recommended use particularly in ancient buildings, villas, and in all situations where there is a predominance of classic taste. However, its ability to create a contrast between modern design and an ancient-flavored floor makes it suitable for modern homes as well. Flooring is not the only area where its use is recommended: travertine can also be used for cladding solutions, both indoors and outdoors. Not to forget its decorative use in fireplaces, balustrades, and handrails, especially in contexts that evoke an ancient atmosphere.
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Roman travertine.
Following its traces in Eternal Rome
Travertine is a sedimentary rock, mainly composed of calcium carbonate minerals. A compact natural stone, its use in the construction industry is widespread. Its name originates from the Latin word “tiburtinus,” indicating its origin from an area beneath Tivoli. Travertine was indeed one of the materials extensively used by the Romans in the construction of buildings and public works, hence its common designation as “Roman travertine.” It can be found in iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Trevi Fountain.
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Travertine is not marble.
Travertine is not marble.
Contrary to common belief, travertine is not marble. According to proper geological classification, these two materials are distinct, even visually. The former is a sedimentary limestone rock, while the latter is a metamorphic rock formed within the Earth’s crust through a series of mineralogical and structural transformations.
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A stone endowed with...
..extreme versatility.
Travertine showcases its versatility through the range of colors it offers. The age of the stone and its specific porosity, along with the incorporation of oxides, result in a material that can exhibit numerous shades, ranging from milky white to walnut, from pink to scarlet red. This characteristic makes it adaptable to various color schemes. Travertine comes in two main types: “thermal,” prevalent especially in central Italy, and that formed by ambient temperature water. The finest travertines are extracted in the plain below Tivoli, particularly in the municipalities of Tivoli and Guidonia, where around thirty quarries are currently in operation. Additionally, it is found in Abruzzo, Tuscany, Umbria, and the Marche region.
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A stone for interiors
Visual suggestion for specific corners of the house.
Travertine finds its maximum enhancement in its use in antechambers and living rooms, offering the possibility of creating contexts of great visual suggestion.
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