While travertine stone is a mystery to some people, it is widely used all around the world and is being installed more and more right here in Cape May County.
The ancient Roman Coliseum is made mostly of travertine as is the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in France and the Getty Center in Los Angeles. On a slightly smaller scale the walls of the entire first floor of the UCLA Medical Center are completely clad in a thick layer of naturally-weathered travertine creating a relaxed and soothing “organic” appearance.
Travertine pavers are a natural material with a special tranquil look, very different from man-made material; they are real stone and are available in various patterns and colors.
Natural stone never goes out of style and lasts centuries like the Coliseum, and unlike some man-made paver material that tends to fade over time and shows its wear and its composite aggregate material. Qualified hardscape contractors who lay concrete pavers should have no problem laying travertine pavers.
The cost of travertine pavers are neither the most nor least expensive paving choice; they are dry-laid the same as man-made concrete pavers. But have you or one of your friends thought about removing your old pavers for natural stone? Natural Stone should be your first, natural choice.
Natural stone travertine stays cool underfoot in hot conditions and has a natural non-skid surface making travertine not only a great choice for your outdoor entertaining area but also for the area around your pool.
Travertine pool coping with a bullnose edge comes in different lengths and widths and can be cut so your geometric shaped or free form style pool will have a matching custom fabricated cap.
Travertine stone can be purchased as outdoor paver material, pool coping, tiles for indoor and outdoor flooring and in ultra baths and showers. It can also be purchased as slab material for outdoor countertops, dining tables, and whatever else the imagination can dream. A good fabrication shop can custom cut and custom edge the travertine of your choice.
Home owners, landscapers, hardscapers, architects, designers, contractors, and builders have unique choices in natural stone use. One of the most comprehensive travertine showrooms and custom fabrication shops in Cape May County is La Terra Stone, Hand Ave. in Cape May Court House.
Call 609-536-8055 for additional information.
—Susan Glinkowski, La Terra Stone
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