subject: Travertine Tiles and Bathrooms [print this page] Travertine Tiles and Bathrooms Travertine Tiles and Bathrooms
There is nothing more satisfying than a newly tiled bathroom whether you have tiles on the floors or walls but choosing the correct tiles may prove a little more difficult. There are so many tile materials on the market today that there are literally thousands and thousands to choose from and the different tile designs and colours now available are huge. Sometimes we can become overwhelmed with the choice we have but the first aspect of any tiling job is to first establish the area you are going to tile. Tiles in bathrooms will have to be able to withstand temperature changes and moisture levels. The next aspect of tiling a bathroom is to have an idea of the colours and designs that best suit your personal preferences and whether you have to choose colours and designs that will blend in and match existing decor.
Travertine tiles are made up of limestone and make a great addition to any bathroom and can be used on walls, floors and in shower areas. Travertine tiles also come in a wide variety of shades with ivory and beige making great additions to bathrooms. Travertine tiles are porous by nature and many home owners believe they are not suitable for bathrooms for this reason but actually there are types of Travertine that are ideal for this particular area. The hone or tumble finished tiles are the better option for bathrooms, both the honed and the tumble finishes are ideal for moisture areas and won't show up any marks or spillages.
For shower areas the tiles will absolutely need sealing to ensure they don't absorb any moisture and it is always best to employ a qualified installer to do this for you. Years ago travertine tiles would never have been used in bathrooms because they were porous but these days with advancements in technology, travertine tiles can and are used in bathrooms. These types of tiles are rather beautiful and are popular for this reason as they will add both elegance and style to any bathroom.
As well as being beautiful travertine tiles are a relatively easy tile to maintain and this is really important especially for rooms such as the bathroom. Spillages and marks will almost certainly occur but can easily be cleaned. The colours of travertine are also beautiful whether you are looking for softer colours or something darker, there is almost certainly a shade that will suit both your personal preferences and your decor.
