Petrographic description
Travertino Rojo is a Travertine quarried in Spain, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICESTR00013. Its dominant tone is red.
Like every travertine, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: honed filled, polished filled, unfilled brushed, tumbled. Typical applications: floors, façades, pool decks, wall cladding, classic and contemporary interiors.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
Travertino Rojo: complete guide
Overview
Travertino Rojo is a travertine in red and brown tones, less common than the beige varieties. It is chosen to bring warmth and personality to floors and cladding.
History and origin
Red travertines are imported materials available on the international market and come from only a few deposits. Their colouring is due to the presence of iron oxides in the limestone deposits during formation. The very rarity of the colour makes them suitable for projects looking for an alternative to classic light travertine. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background is brick red or brown, with orange, cream and sometimes golden streaks. Variability in tone between slabs is marked, so it is advisable to mix the pieces during laying. Honed, it shows more intense colours; brushed or tumbled, it looks softer and more rustic.
Uses
Suitable for floors, feature walls, bathrooms, stairs and covered or uncovered outdoor areas. Not recommended for kitchen worktops because of its sensitivity to acids.
Care and maintenance
Clean with neutral detergents and protect with a water repellent, which also helps keep the colour vivid. Avoid acidic products, which fade the surface.
- Classification
- travertine
- Density
- approx. 2,450 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- approx. 3
- Water absorption
- medium
- Main use
- indoor and outdoor
- Acid resistance
- low
FAQ
Is Travertino Rojo suitable for outdoor use?
Travertine: traditional for façades and pool decks, filled or unfilled. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Travertino Rojo per m²?
Indicative price from €145/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Travertino Rojo shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
