Architects have used natural products since time began; wood to build homes and ships, stone products and brick to construct buildings, so it is no surprise the travertine tiles have been a favourite with architects and builders over centuries. Many famous buildings use travertine tiles, the Getty Centre, the Willis Tower in Chicago, the medical centre at the University of California Los Angles, the Colesseum in Rome are just a few examples of where travertine tiles and stones have been used.

Over the years builders and specifiers have found that the best products used in building and finishing for homes and commercial premises, are natural products such as travertine, which when cut and dressed to form a classy tile to enhance any area into which it is fitted. The use of travertine tiles is endless and these can be found increasingly used for exterior cladding and patios and the travertine tile most commonly used is a natural chipped edge version, but honed and polished travertine tiles are best if used as a wall decorative cladding.

Internally, travertine tiles are ideal in many areas but it is essential that you pick the right type of tile for your need. Usually a honed travertine tile is best for use in high traffic areas and rooms exposed to moisture such as kitchens and bathrooms. The natural travertine tile is best suited for living rooms which is soft and delicate to look at and the classic aged look of Travertine tumbled stone will warm your home. The colour of travertine tiles does vary and this can be from pure white, but impurities can cause the colour of travertine to vary and to be yellow and brown.