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Tile Definitions

Travertine

Travertine is a mineral consisting of layered calcium carbonate (calcite) deposits formed near springs, especially hot springs. It is more similar to limestone than marble. Colors range from warm, earthy tones and soft ivories and creams to deep mocha browns, shades of gold, reds, and silvery greens.

Travertine is never completely solid in color because veins and mineral bands run throughout the stone. As a result, no two stones or tiles are exactly alike. Travertine also tends to have small holes within the stone caused by the escape of carbon dioxide gas during formation.

Travertine tile is excellent for interior use and is also often used outdoors in the form of pavers.

Slate

Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock that splits into thin, smooth-surfaced layers. It is created by the alteration of shale or mudstone through low-grade regional metamorphism, which is the changing of rock as a result of pressure and heat.

Slate is popular for a wide variety of uses, especially flooring, because of its durability and attractive appearance. It can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Quartzite

Quartzite is a metamorphic 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 exceptional strength.

Quartzite can be used both indoors and outdoors.





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