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What is the difference between travertine and marble?
Travertine is an earlier form of marble. It takes thousands of years for travertine to turn into marble. Being said that they are almost the same, we should distinguish them in the ways they are different:-Travertine is porous, marble is dense, which makes travertine an ideal product for outdoors such as pool decks and patios and marble ideal for indoors.Here are some samples of travertine pavers and marble tiles:http://travertinemart.com/Pavers.php
What is tumbled marble?
Tumbled marble is real marble (or travertine) that is treated inside a tumbler for several hours to make it achieve that particular "worn-down" look.Type your answer here...
How can you contact a travertine installer in deltona?
Andreas hippe inc does all types marble, travertine. remodel. he is in deltona licenced and insured. call 386-532-7284
How do you polish travertine floors?
travertine is a natural stone similar to a marble. Natural stone can be polished using several different abrasive and chemical techniques to develop reflection of light.for more information visit Bakers Travertine Power Clean
Who sells travertine and installs in volusia county?
i highly recommend Andreas hippe inc- of detona fl. he does travertine, marble, woods, granite and complete remodeling. he can be reached at 386-532-7284 . i know he is licensed and insured and also sells travertine.
What rock is used to make shiny floors?
The most common rock used to make "shiny floors" is marble. However marble is pretty expensive.A cheaper alternative is a rock called travertine.
Is pumice porous or non porous?
All natural store is porous and needs to be sealed. Travertine is the most porous over marble and granite
What is the parent rock of marble and how can we test it?
The parent rock of marble can be composed of calcite or dolomite. Thus, it can be one of several rock types, often limestone (though it can conceivably also be dolomite or travertine, etc.). Limestone is considered to be the most common parent rock of marble. Since it is composed of calcite, it can be tested with dilute hydrochloric acid. If it bubbles, it is composed of calcite, and is probably marble.
The Pantheon and the Coliseum were both built out of what type of sedimentary rock?
The Pantheon was built of brick and concrete, with a granite portico and marble cladding. The Colloseum was built of travertine, an evaporite form of limestone.
What did the Romans use to make the roman Colosseum?
they made the Colosseum out of cement for the base with marble on the outside and marble for the seats, they also used sand on the ground so it would soak up the blood.
What is average price of Travertine Flooring?
Average price of tumbled Travertine pavers is $3.00 to $3.50 A realiable company to check is Travertine Mart
What is the best cleaner for tile floors?
HG Wash and Shine is the cleaning product i use to clean the titles at my place."A safe no-rinse cleaner for marble, travertine, terazzo and other calcareous natural stone, that leaves extra shine."I have added the link to the website where i buy the cleaning materials from. I buy it from these guys as i bought my travertine floor tiles from them.
