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Is Wood Flooring Right for Me?

Many people look to wood flooring to enhance the look and feel of their home, but it is not always the right choice. There are many different types and styles of wood flooring available, and choosing the right one for a home depends on a number of factors. In looking . . . Read more

About Wood Flooring

Wood flooring fills your home with incomparable warmth and enduring beauty that never goes out of style. With hundreds of choices in woods, colors, and finishes available, you are sure to find wood flooring to fit your budget and taste. To discover why wood is the right choice for your . . . Read more

Travertine FAQ

  What is travertine? What colors does travertine come in? What type of finish can travertine have? What should I consider before installing travertine? Is travertine a “green” product? Where can travertine flooring be installed? What are the benefits of travertine floors? What are the disadvantages of travertine floors? How . . . Read more

Travertine Tile Glossary

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUV A top Abrasion Resistance The resistance of a flooring surface to being worn when exposed to repeated contact of an abrasive material or consistent friction of less abrasive materials. Abrasive Finish A surface finish that is nonreflective, or flat. Abrasive Hardness (HA) A measurement of how a stone wears . . . Read more

Travertine Tile Installation Tips

Travertine is a natural stone tile, imported from many countries all over the world. Installing travertine is much like installing any other tile, though it is important to practice care. The installation steps include: preparation, laying the tile, and grouting it to keep it all together. Travertine can be installed . . . Read more

Travertine: Pro or DIY Installation?

Installing a stone floor can be a lofty undertaking, regardless of whether you’re doing it on your own or you’re going to hire out the project. There are certain things to think about before deciding that installing a travertine floor on your own is your best option. In all instances, . . . Read more

Is Travertine Right For Me?

  Travertine stone has gained much respect in home decorating. It is a soft stone, similar to limestone, but because of its density, it is also considered a type of marble, suitable for many decorating and flooring options.  Its bucolic yet elegant look makes it ideal for neutral or traditional . . . Read more

Travertine Tile Videos

Travertine Tile Factory in Turkey A visit to a typical travertine processing factory. Watch Travertine Tile Factory in Turkey on YouTube Travertine Tile Manufacturing – Honing Machine The honing machine makes each tile very smooth and refined, with abrasives moving over the surface of each tile until it achieves a . . . Read more

Travertine Buying Checklist

Once you have decided you like the look of travertine, you need to prepare yourself before selecting a specific vendor or style of tile. You need to create a budget, find out more about the tile options and accessories, learn about installation costs, understand the warranty, and possibly discuss financing. . . . Read more