INSTALLATION/MAINTENANCE
Suitability of Travertine:
Ivory Travertine with a brushed and unfilled surface and tumbled edges in a French Pattern Tiles are well suited for use in a bathroom or any internal floor and wall tiles along with pool pavers, paving and pool coping.
Sealing Travertine:
Travertine can be sealed with an invisible penetrating sealer to assist in the easy ongoing clean up and maintenance of the stone tiles.
An invisible penetrating sealer can be applied prior to grouting which will facilitate easy clean up after application of the grout, recommended for all of you budding home handymen.
Cleaning Travertine:
Do not use Hydrochloric acid for clean up as this can cause pitting in the surface of the stone.
Maintenance of Travertine:
Just sweep when needed. Travertine responds well to high pressure cleaning. A solution of mild detergent and water, can be applied prior to pressure cleaning.
Travertine Grades Explained
Before purchasing your travertine tiles or pavers, it is important to become familiar with industry terms in order to choose the grade & rating of the travertine tiles or travertine pavers most appropriate for your purposes. The most popular grade in Australia is standard grade, due to its overall performance rating and value for money.
TRAVERTINE GRADES
Ultra Premium grade
Premium grade
A Grade
Standard Grade
Rustica Grade
ULTRA PREMIUM GRADE
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This ULTRA premium grade features the most refined selection of colour tones, showcasing a largely homogeneous appearance with minimal natural variation in pattern and shading typical of travertine.
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Each travertine tile is meticulously hand-selected to ensure a completely hole-free surface, offering a flawless finish.
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This grade represents the highest achievable standard in natural stone pavers and tiles, delivering near-perfect consistency and quality.
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The tiles feature subtly tumbled edges, with corners predominantly preserved for a clean yet natural look.
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It is recommended to seal the tiles upon completion of installation using a high-quality penetrating sealer, such as ROCKSTAR Natural Finish Stone Sealer, to protect and preserve the stone’s appearance.
Performance Rating 10 
Value for Money Rating 9
Overall Rating 9
PREMIUM GRADE
- – This grade offers the greatest selection of colours with some inclusions of gray or black markings in the travertine tiles surface.
- – The travertine tiles are carefully chosen to be more consistent in colour and surface honing.
- – None of the travertine tiles of this grade will have large holes migrating through the tile from top to bottom.
- – The tumbled edges of the tiles are smooth and corner edges are more intact.
- – Should be sealed after installation process has finished with a penetrating sealer such as ROCKSTAR Natural Finish Stone Sealer.
Performance Rating 9
Value for Money Rating 7
Overall Rating 8
A GRADE
- – This grade offers the second largest selection of travertine tile colours, with minor if any inclusions of gray or black markings.
- – The travertine tiles are carefully chosen to have reasonably consistent colours throughout each batch.
- – Some minor holes are allowed in A grade travertine tiles. Additionally, these minor holes may be filled through the full thickness of the tile and become nearly invisible.
- – Generally speaking any of the holes will be filled during the grouting process with our colour matched travertine grout.
- – The edges of the tumbled tiles are smooth and occassionally have small parts of the corner missing due to the tumbling process.
- – Should be sealed after installation process has finished with a penetrating no colour change sealer, such as ROCKSTAR Natural Finish Stone Sealer.
Performance Rating 9
Value for Money Rating 9
Overall Rating 9
STANDARD GRADE (MOST POPULAR CHOICE)
- – This grade offers the second largest selection of travertine tile colours, with slightly more inclusions of gray or black markings.
- – The travertine tiles are carefully chosen to have reasonably consistent colours throughout each batch.
- – Some large holes are allowed in standard grade travertine tiles. Additionally, rarely some holes may be filled through the full thickness of the tile.
- – The color may contain some striations or swirls.
- – The edges of the tumbled tiles are smooth and occassionally have small parts of the corner missing due to the tumbling process.
- – Should be sealed after installation process has finished with a penetrating sealer such as ROCKSTAR Natural Finish Stone Sealer.
Performance Rating 9
Value for Money Rating 9
Overall Rating 9
RUSTICA GRADE (BUDGET GRADE or COMMERCIAL GRADE)- Not recommended
- – Large colour variations are allowed within the tile including gray or black markings.
- – Small to large unfilled holes are allowed as are small defects in sizing and honing.
- – The tiles are not filled and should be filled with colour matched grout during grouting.
- – It is acceptable for large voids to be filled during grouting process.
- – Holes that run from the surface to the bottom of the tile are allowed.
- – Edges may be cracked or broken.
- – Tiles may be delivered without color selection or sorting.
- – Can be left to age gracefully over time, aquiring that aged look.
Performance Rating 6
Value for Money Rating 9
Overall Rating 7
Angela Q –
I must admit, I had my doubts about buying these from afar, considering we’re all the way in NSW. But Stone and Slate Discounts pleasantly surprised us by offering free samples, and their quick turnaround had the samples in our hands within a week. And you know what? We’re absolutely smitten. Their pricing is remarkably affordable, and even with the added interstate freight charges, it turned out to be more budget-friendly than purchasing locally.
Kimberly L –
Was tossing up between either getting premium or standard, did not regret purchasing the premium as the price was super competitive & we loved how it looks in our backyard! Special thanks to the sales team for making the process seamless.
Heather Z –
Great quality product – You pay an extra few dollars to get premium and its worth it!
Richard V –
IN LOVE with the french pattern travertine!!
Scott Y –
Had a great experince dealing with the team. Their response rate was quick & got my quote on the same day of enquiring.