What is travertine

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What is travertine?

Travertine is a limestone that is formed from the activity of hot springs. Properties of travertine are between limestone and marble, which are also found naturally near springs, caves and.. The release of carbon dioxide during the deposition and formation of this rock causes the formation of spongy surfaces and cavities on the surface of travertine. The presence of air bubbles and impurities of iron, silica, manganese, organic matter and… causes a variety of colors such as white, cream, chocolate, gray, red, yellow and… in various travertine ores.
 

Appearance:

Travertine has a porous texture and various colors and stripes, the color variation of which is due to differences in the compounds that are present at the time of deposition in the rock elements and manifest themselves in the form of different veins. It should be noted that because these veins have a different chemical composition from the rock background, they have less strength in the created rock and form the critical point of a rock that shows the least resistance to impact or pressure, and whatever rock has veins It has less impurities and has higher strength. Most travertine stones have low abrasion resistance so they are easy to process but have good compressive strength (their compressive strength is higher than marble and less than granite) but its high strength and porosity in working conditions. Provides saturated environment and height. The maximum and minimum physical requirements of travertine are available in ASTM C1527 or 13247 national standard of Iran.
 

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Uses:

Travertines are suitable for interior and exterior facades of buildings due to their very high porosity. This porosity allows cement slurry to penetrate into these spaces and act as a natural scope. Travertines can be used even in very cold areas and with Heavy rain also worked on the facade of the building without worrying about dropping stones. In the interior, this stone can also be used for the following users: wall frame, stair side stone and…