Travertine tiles enjoy great popularity-the limestone fascinates with a yellowish-brown color, attractive grain and pleasant feel. Depending on the surface treatment, this canNaturmateriaL appear modern, classic or rustic and create a homely atmosphere both indoors and outdoors. We give you an overview of the different possible uses and show you 77 examples of cladding and flooring.
Travertine tiles enhance the outdoor area
Travertin / The term comes from the Latin and means stone from Tivoli / is a freshwater limestone stone - Art. Its natural structure is open, but it is also offered in retail with a filled surface. His biggest advantages over other stone types include the low weight, frost resistance and easy processing. Travertin often turns out to be an inexpensive alternative to the marble.
The travertine plates and tiles are mostly offered in three different color variants. The first group is very bright and has an even basic tone, the typical stone masination can hardly be seen. It is suitable for use in minimalist-puristic facilities and terraces. The second group fascinates with a cream, light beige orcamel- Nuance and marble -like grain. These stone slabs can therefore be recognized as a travertine and fit harmoniously in the country house style interior. The third group is the darkest - the brown color creates a harmonious overall picture, especially in Mediterranean living areas.
Travertine tiles for the terrace and plates for the facade - possible uses in the outdoor area
The surface of the natural material can be drummed, sanded or brushed. For use outdoors, sanded or drummed open-pored travertine tiles with a non-slip class from R11-R13 should be bought. The brushed surface looks very nice, but can quickly become slippery. The tile thickness also plays a role -it should be at least 2.6 -3 cm for the terrace. The sustainable surface and the waterproof adhesive and joint filler guarantee the longevity of the construction.
Travertine tiles - various fireplace cladding
With a travertine stone covering, the fireplace is given an individual note. The stone surface is often filled and finely sanded. The panels can only be attached to the chimney sweep after an consultation. It is best to assess every single case. The assembly should only be carried out by specialists.
The fireplace with travertine cladding is an inexpensive variant, since in this case only an accent is set in the room and the whole wall is not covered. The fireplace looks modern and can be combined with wooden apartment walls.
Travertine tiles as a floor covering for living room
The travertine tiles are an easy -care alternative to the floorboards. Many builders lay the terrace and the living area with it- this creates a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor area. A floor heating can be installed under the stone tiles. In any case, if you choose this variant, you have to expect the higher costs. The price of the travertine tiles varies heavily depending on the surface treatment and the color. The bright travertine tiles with drummed open -pore surface are basically cheaper - they are available for square meters from around 30 euros. The dark tiles can be found in stores from 40 euros /square meters. If the surface is sanded and filled, the prices are correspondingly higher - the bright variant is from 44 euros/square meters, and the dark from 52 euros/square meters.
Living area and terrace are seamlessly connected to a travertine covering
Travertine tiles refine the interior design
Bathroom design with travertine tiles
Fireplace clad in the bedroom with travertine plates
Travertin Plates in the interior - fireplace in the living room with an appealing modern look
Living room with gas fireplace with travertine plates /The grain is reminiscent of marble /
Travertin floor tiles in the interior
Travertine tiles in the modern bathroom
Design the terrace with travertine tiles
Travertin is also suitable for facade cladding
