Travertine

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A light colored, compact form of calcium carbonate formed from several cycles of sedimentation in limestone cavees. It contains holes that were formed from decomposing vegetation with the layers of sediment and from sulphurous gases rising to the top of the limestone mud.

Travertine is softer, more prorous and less dense than granite. Even with the application of a stain inhibiting sealer, marble will require more maintenance and periodic application of Sealer. Care should be taken to prevent scratching from sliding sharp objects or abrasive cleaners across a travertine surface.