Travertine

Travertine is a type of limestone that is formed by mineral deposits from natural springs. This sedimentary stone is created by a rapid precipitation of calcium carbonate, known as calcite.

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Is travertine tile ceramic or porcelain?

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Travertine and porcelain are very different types of materials, with very different attributes and assets. Whereas porcelain is a specific subset of ceramic, travertine is a type of natural stone.

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Is travertine tile slippery when wet?

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Contrary to what you might think just by looking at it, travertine is not slippery when wet. Since it's a naturally occurring material, it has small holes that make it porous-so it actually absorbs water. That means water doesn't puddle on it either, making travertine essentially a non-slip surface.

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