Tile Definitions
| Travertine | Travertine is a mineral consisting of layered calcium carbonate (calcite) deposits formed near springs (especially hot springs). It is more like a limestone than a marble. Colors range from warm, earthy tones, soft ivories and creams, deep mocha browns, shades of gold, , reds, and silvery greens. Travertine is never solid in color due to its veins or bands of minerals that run throughout the stone. Therefore, no two stones or tiles are alike. Travertine tends to have holes within the stone caused by the evasion of carbon dioxide gas. Travertine tile is excellent for interior use and is often used outside in the form of pavers. |
| Slate | Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic (or changed) rock that splits into thin, smooth-surfaced layers. Slate is created by the alteration of shale or mudstone by low-grade regional metamorphism which is the changing of rock as a result of pressure and heat. It is popular for a wide variety of uses especially flooring because of its durability and attractive appearance. Slate can be used both indoorsas well as outdoors. |
| Quartzite | Quartzite is a metamorphic (or changed) rock composed almost entirely of quartz. It forms when quartz-rich sandstone is altered by heat, pressure, and chemical processes. These conditions recrystallize the sand grains and the silica cement that binds them together resulting in a rock of incredible strength. Quartzite can be used both indoors and outdoors. |
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