Since travertine tiles and pavers come from the same material, they share the same benefits. However, travertine tiles are much thinner than pavers, at about a ½ inch thick compared to 1¼ to 2 ...

In construction, travertine is valued for both its durability and natural beauty. With its range of earthy hues, this natural stone easily brings a timeless look. But if you have travertine tiles ...

Today, a good deal of the world’s travertine—including the floor tile with the jawbone, according to the dentist—is quarried in Turkey, ...

This human jaw was fossilized in travertine hundreds of thousands or possibly millions of years ago. The stone was sliced for tiles, and this lateral cross section of the jaw ended up in a floor tile.

Some choices in natural stone are: marble, limestone, travertine, slate, granite (and) quartz.” For a lower maintenance stone kitchen floor, consider granite. For better textures and more color ...

A striated travertine floor sets the tone in tennis star Maria Sharapova’s dreamy L.A. home. Photo: Douglas Friedman The travertine-clad master bath at the L.A. abode of architect Ron Radziner.