Travertine being part of the limestone family is formed by the precipitation of calcium carbonate from mineral springs. The calcium carbonate is often deposited onto vegetation such as moss or algae which plays a part in developing the typical porous nature of the stone.

Travertine’s are predominantly white, cream or tan sometimes with subtle golden or blue – grey tones. The appearance of travertine can vary dramatically depending on how it is cut either vein cut or cross cut.
The unique patterning and texture of travertine has been admired for thousands of years. Travertine is generally a dense and durable material that is soft to touch and stays cool under foot which makes it a good choice for barefoot areas such as pool surrounds.