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You are probably wondering just what exactly are travertine pavers? In short, they are made out of natural stone and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can be easily matched to one another, to create a beautiful and unique look. They are designed to be used in both pool and patio areas.
Due to their unique look, this makes them stand out and different than those that chose to use cement pavers or brick pavers. They are also much more affordable than most other pavers.
One of the main things to worry about, especially with children, is someone slipping by the pool due to the stone around the pool being wet. One of the great things about travertine pavers is that it is much less slippery than all others.
How are they less slippery than other pavers? Due to travertine being porous and without a sealant, it absorbs the water, which is what usually makes pavers slippery. When water sets on top of the paver, this causes it to be slippery.
This is one of the major benefits why homeowners chose travertine pavers over most others, especially those with children. Which means that they have better safety than most others.
There are several other benefits that we are going to discuss as well about the advantages of choosing travertine pavers, though we will get to some of the disadvantages as well.
One thing that is great is that if they are installed correctly, they will not crack, which means that they are strong and have great durability. They are great in multiple types of climates, even those further north where it freezes, which travertine pavers can withstand.
If you chose travertine pavers and wish to add onto your deck or the surrounding area around your pool, you can easily add to it. Also, it is easy to take away or repair anything that needs to be fixed.
Travertine pavers are long lasting when it comes to their color, which means that they are resistant to discoloration. They also do no tend to contain debris, so they stay rather clean and do not have buildup. This makes them very easy to clean and usually does not take longer than a few minutes to complete.
If you live in a hotter climate, like we do down here in Houston, Texas, you will find that travertine pavers tend to stay much cooler than the other pavers. Which is nice because who likes to get out of the nice, cool pool and walk around on smoking hot surface? Especially if it can burn the bottoms of your feet.
There are, thankfully, not too many disadvantages to choosing travertine pavers, even less if they are installed correctly. One big one is that though there is a variety in color and patterns, they are still a bit more limited in choices than other pavers.
If you have your travertine pavers installed correctly, you will not need to worry about these disadvantages, but if they were not installed correctly, you may have to worry about them settling and moving over time.
You may also need to worry about weeds and such growing between the pavers if a polymeric sand was not used between the pavers. The polymeric sand causes them to bind together and harden, which makes it difficult for anything to grow up between the pavers.
Even with these disadvantages, travertine pavers may be the best choice for you. Make sure to do all research on all pavers you are considering before making a definite choice.
When in doubt contact a professional, contact us today to schedule your appointment to polish your granite flooring or if you have any questions. Floor ReNew Houston 4530 W. 34th Street Suite C Houston, TX 77092 (713) 418-9983 via Floor ReNew Houston http://ift.tt/295uoDN When it comes to choosing flooring tiles, travertine is a very popular choice. Due to its close resemblance to marble makes it very popular among homeowners. It is one of those that look very luxurious and beautiful, also coming in a variety of colors. There are many pros, as well as cons to consider before deciding on travertine for your new flooring.
One of the big pros is that travertine offers a variety of different styles and colors. Depending on how much iron is present in the stone will depend if the colorings runs from reds, ivory, beige, to a reddish brown or even a gold. There are different finishes that can be chosen as well such as, matte, polished, brushed, or tumbled.
If you are looking for something bold and unique, this is another big pro for travertine. Due to it being a natural stone, you will fine small, vein like forms throughout the stone that form unique and bold patterns. Very few stone have this uniqueness naturally. This gives your flooring a unique look that is both bold and elegant.
Do you have a travertine tile or two that need to be replaced? Thankfully, fixing travertine is very easy and simple. Finding new tiles to match your current tiles is much more simple than most other natural stones. You will also find that cutting out the ruined tiles and replacing them is very simple to do. It is also very reasonable in pricing to fix and install travertine tiles.
The last, big pro with travertine is it is very eco-friendly compared to most other choices in tile flooring. Due to it being a natural stone, it is made out of natural materials that make it environmentally friendly.
Now after speaking about the advantages about choosing travertine as your flooring tiles, its best to gain knowledge about the disadvantages as well. It is always best to make a choice on floor tiles after gaining as much information on both advantages and disadvantages.
One of the biggest disadvantages of choosing travertine flooring is due to it being extremely porous. Natural wear and tear can happen to the surface of travertine due to it having multiple holes in it, which means it is very porous.
The other big disadvantages of having travertine floors is that it can etch. You must be careful when it comes to foods and liquids spilling on it. If they are acidic in nature, then this can cause etching.
One of the ways to protect your travertine floors against these disadvantages is by making sure that when they are installed, that a sealant is added. From there, make sure throughout the years that you make sure that a sealant is reapplied to give continual protection.
When in doubt contact a professional, contact us today to schedule your appointment to polish your granite flooring or if you have any questions. Floor ReNew Houston 4530 W. 34th Street Suite C Houston, TX 77092 (713) 418-9983 via Floor ReNew Houston http://ift.tt/297Ut6B When it comes to travertine, there’s been an on going debate about whether or not they should add the sealant. Let’s better understand what a sealer actually does when applied.
Sealant is a form of protection the travertine by creating a clear layer on the surface. What it does is if a liquid or solid food is spilled on the floor, it slows down the absorption tremendously, which gives you more time to clean it up.
The best way to decide if your travertine needs sealant is by knowing that sealing is really only needed in areas that are in a high risk of staining. Remember that travertine is a natural and very porous stone, which means that it will absorb liquids.
Certain liquids and solid foods can ruin the natural beauty of travertine tiles. If they end up being acidic, it can cause etching on the surface of the tiles or even cause stains that can become permanent.
Sealant can act as a barrier that can protect travertine tiles from both potential stains as well as every day wear and tear. Though sealant can preserve its natural beauty, there is a sealant, which is an enhancing sealant that leaves the floors with a wet look. The natural sealants will preserve the travertine’s natural beauty.
There are a few things to consider when deciding if you need to seal your travertine floors or not. Have your travertine floor tiles been polished or honed? Does a sealing test show that it could be sealed? Are you planning on installing the travertine in your bathroom, living room, or kitchen? And how many square feet are you thinking about needing to seal?
If you have your travertine floors polished or find that they are polished, then you will most likely not need to have it sealed. When travertine tiles are polished, they are nearly stain proof. During the polishing process, the pores in the travertine are closed, making it stain-resistant. Even if you attempt to apply a sealer, it more than likely will not be absorbed into the surface.
If you have had the travertine honed, it should be sealed, especially if you plan to have it in the kitchen or bathroom. This is due to the fact that it’s in the area that liquid and solid foods can spill on the surface and cause issues with the surface of the stone.
It is always best to gain as much knowledge as possible, especially when making an investment in flooring, so that you properly take care of it and it does not cost you more in maintenance down the road.
Though you can apply a sealant yourself, it is a very precise and detailed job. If you do not have experience or knowledge about how and what sealants are, it is always best to contact a professional, like Floor ReNew Houston.
When in doubt contact a professional, contact us today to schedule your appointment to polish your granite flooring or if you have any questions. Floor ReNew Houston 4530 W. 34th Street Suite C Houston, TX 77092 (713) 418-9983 via Floor ReNew Houston http://ift.tt/295no9R
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