Tumbled Travertine Tile
Tumbled travertine tile for floors, patios and mosaics.
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Questions
What is filled travertine?
Travertine is naturally porous, so its face has small holes and pits. Filled travertine has those holes filled at the factory for a smoother, more uniform surface. Unfilled travertine leaves them open for a textured, rustic look. Both are the same stone.
Should I use a color-enhancing sealer?
A color-enhancing sealer can significantly change the look of honed, tumbled or textured stone, and the change may be difficult to reverse. Test it on a spare tile first.
Do I need to seal tumbled travertine?
Not always. Put a few drops of water on the stone for about 15 minutes. If it darkens, a sealer can help. Sealing makes the stone more stain resistant, not stain proof, and it does not stop etching. Check that the sealer is labeled for your stone and the location (interior, exterior, shower or floor).
How do I care for travertine?
Travertine is a calcium-carbonate stone, like marble. Clean with pH-neutral products, never vinegar or acidic cleaners, and blot spills quickly. An impregnating sealer helps it resist stains. On filled travertine, watch for loose filler.