Haven't you always wanted to own one of those exquisite European castles? Well, travertine is something which might just bring you very close to it.

Travertine is a sedimentary rock, formed in limestone rich areas due to a combination of pressure and carbon dioxide. Thus, each stone is actually a piece of history in itself. It is found abundantly in the Italian town Tivoli and draws its name from the same. It is also mined in Afghanistan, Turkey & China. The rock has also formed sixteen natural dams in Croatia.

Travertine has found extensive usage as a building material since the middle ages. It is a witness to the great Gladiator spectacles that were held in the Colosseum in Rome.

The rock has found its use even in the modern age. The Getty Center in Los Angeles is made using it. In the current scenario, it is fast replacing marble.  It provides a rustic Mediterranean look as opposed to the contemporary marble look. It is more strain resistant than marble. It is also less slippery and cooler than normal marble layouts. Tumbled Travertine is a unique variety with an unpolished and unfilled surface which gives it a rustic look.

Travertine Tiles also provides a brighter look and ensures that the color never fades. Today, it is used as a building material for a large array of constructions. Travertine tiles are used for wall cladding and flooring purposes. It is a natural stone and hence no two tiles are the same, thus giving it an unique proposition. Moreover, they are very strong naturally and hence ideal for driveways also.  Travertine pavers are used for patios and decks.

Travertine is fast becoming objects of desire for interior decors. The patios of big villas are accommodating travertine. The natural texture of travertine blends perfectly with the shades of the garden and lends it a completely new definition. The patio driveways are also very sturdy and complement the fleet of cars in the driveway. Thus the entrance is completely illuminated.

Olympic Stone provides a wide assortment of products. The offerings are suitable for
exterior sandset applications as well as interior decorations. The continuous innovations at Olympic Stone also unravels many designs on a regular basis. Hold a piece of travertine in your hand and you might just feel like a Roman emperor!