Roman Travertine, specifically the vein-cut variety, is a legendary Italian limestone quarried primarily in Tivoli, near Rome. This selection is defined by its creamy beige palette and distinct, parallel linear banding created by cutting against the stone's natural sedimentary layers. Renowned for its remarkable density and strength, it is geologically more compact than travertines found elsewhere. This enduring material has defined architectural history, serving as the primary medium for the Roman Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain. Interestingly, while it is naturally porous, its superior thermal conductivity makes it an exceptional choice for modern radiant flooring systems.
Each slab of Roman Travertine/Vein Cut in lot 66955 measures about 124″ × 63″. This is 2 cm ivory, grey, and gold travertine quarried in Italy with a polished finish, and the lot is currently on hold at our Los Angeles yard.
This slab
The recorded size of a slab in this lot is 124″ × 63″, about 54 square feet. Thickness is 2 cm. The color on record is ivory, grey, and gold. Natural stone still varies inside that description, so the slab itself is the reference for movement and shade. This material is recorded as quarried in Italy.
The polished finish is reflective and lets the color read clearly. Two centimeters is a standard slab thickness for counters, vanities, and wall cladding.
In the yard
Lot 66955 at our Los Angeles yard shows 7 slabs in stock, 7 slabs on hold, and none currently available. Available means in stock minus slabs on hold.
The yard can confirm whether a held slab can be released.
Where it works
For this kind of stone, the usual applications are floors, showers, and wall cladding. The right use still depends on the finish, the thickness, and how the slab will be cared for after it is installed. Inspiration photos show this stone in a Floor.
The material
Travertine is a form of limestone, often with natural pits and linear bands. Filled travertine has those voids filled for a smoother face. Unfilled travertine keeps the holes. It is widely used for floors, showers, and wall cladding. Shade can shift from cream to gold to silver within one name, so the lot on hand is the one to approve.
About Roman Travertine/Vein Cut
Roman Travertine, specifically the vein-cut variety, is a legendary Italian limestone quarried primarily in Tivoli, near Rome. This selection is defined by its creamy beige palette and distinct, parallel linear banding created by cutting against the stone's natural sedimentary layers. Renowned for its remarkable density and strength, it is geologically more compact than travertines found elsewhere. This enduring material has defined architectural history, serving as the primary medium for the Roman Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain. Interestingly, while it is naturally porous, its superior thermal conductivity makes it an exceptional choice for modern radiant flooring systems.