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Do you need to seal both sides of Travertine before laying it?
No. You seal the top part of travertine AFTER it's installed.
Can travertine tile be used on the floor of a gas fireplace?
Yes, travertine tile can be used on the floor of a gas fireplace.
Can you install travertine without grout therefore no grout line?
i wouldn't suggest it. travertine is stone, which will expand and contract with temperature changes. if there is not a grout line the stone will crack
Can you install travertine tile over ceramic tile?
Yes you can but it is a difficult and expensive install. Also you can only do it if there are no loose or cracked tile. However, travertine does not "tile over" well- nor does it last very long when doing so in most environments. Travertine is extremely vulnerable to acids and acidic conditions- should any water collect between the two tile layers & their binder and then become acidic (which stagnant water often does) it will begin to disintegrate and ruin the stone (leaving behind holes, etchings, weak spots and chunks of the epoxy/resin filler). Our advice is to completely avoid "tiling over" existing tile with any of the following: travertine, saturnia, or any other calcium carbonate stone from the limestone family- unless the longevity of the stone is not an issue and/or it is not exposed to water (e.g. a temporary display or an indoor fireplace).
Sealing before grouting travertine?
Yes (if it is unsealed). Otherwise the grout will stain it.
Why does sealed travertine urine stain?
Urine contains acid which as etched the surface - this is not a stain but damage to the surface. There are products which, if the damage is minimal, will bring back the shine. Search internet for etch removal.
I just bought Travertine from Home Depot and it has a slight shine to it Does Travertine ever come already sealed?
Home Depot does sometimes sell presealed Travertine but the box would usually state that. If it's not labeled as presealed and you think it is you can test it by sprinkling the stone with water if it beads up then it's sealed if it sinks in then it's not. Also try to test more than one piece as some pieces might have been sealed just for display purposes.
Travertine Tiles versus others?
Travertine tiles are designed to work with high traffic areas. The traditional vinyl tiles are more eaily stained, and often times will need to be replaced for sooner then travertine tiles.
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 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
Should you tile with travertine tiles?
Yes, travertine tiles are great looking tile and do have a lot of benefits. It depends on what area you will be tiling because you do not want to use travertine outdoors but it can be used throughout the inside of your home.
How long after grouting should you wait to seal travertine?
you should wait 72 hours
How often should granite countertops be sealed to maintain their quality and durability?
Granite countertops should be sealed every 1 to 3 years to maintain their quality and durability.
How often does granite need to be sealed to maintain its quality and durability?
Granite should be sealed every 1 to 3 years to maintain its quality and durability.
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
Where can one find information about travertine online?
One can find information about travertine online on different online marketplaces. There are multiple marketplaces with information about travertine available.
Will travertine pavers become damaged if they are near a salt water pool?
Travertine pavers have been in nature for millions of years. They do not get affected by salt water. Travertine is a natural stone and it is quite durable, deemed as a perfect material by architects for outdoors. A reliable supplier for premium grade travertine pavers is Travertine Mart.
