Is Travertine Hygienic for Your Kitchen?

Posted by Eric Barthelemy on March 15th, 2018

Natural stone is always a great choice for flooring, especially if you want durable and timeless floors that can go with any type of interior design. Travertine is one of the materials you can consider for classic and elegant flooring for your kitchen. It has been used for centuries by ancient Romans as building material for their amphitheaters, aqueducts, and their Colosseum, which is still standing today, proving its durability and longevity. It is still used in modern architecture primarily as flooring, but if you are using it for your kitchen, you might be concerned whether it is hygienic or not.

Cleanliness is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing travertine tiles for the kitchen. As long as you purchase premium grade natural stone and it is properly sealed, you can be sure that the material will be low-maintenance and that it will be easy to clean. By sealing the stone, it can easily repel bacteria and it will not require any abrasive or acidic cleaners for maintenance. Moreover, it will ensure that the floor will not accumulate debris and dirt, and mold and mildew will not thrive in it. High-quality tiles will not absorb chemicals, odors, and gases, too.

Proper care is recommended to make sure that travertine tiles can last long in your kitchen. One of the things you need to know is that the stone may be sensitive to liquids like coffee, juice, wine, and other acidic substances. However, suppliers ensure proper finishing techniques to the stone to make it more capable of withstanding accidental spills. Keep in mind that the stone is naturally porous. So, it typically needs a sealant to prevent permanent stains. Moreover, you need to make sure that spills are taken care of immediately when they occur to prevent them from permanently marring the stone’s surface.

Being a low-maintenance stone, travertine can easier to clean than most surfaces. You simply need gentle products like hot water, microfiber cloth or rag, and a non-abrasive or non-acidic cleanser to wipe the tiles. If you need to sweep the floor, all it takes is a dry and non-treated mop to avoid scratching the surface. Just be careful when using your vacuum cleaner and choose an attachment that will not scratch the tiles.

About the Company:

Stone-Mart is a direct importer of Premium Quality Travertine and Marble with locations throughout Florida, including Tampa, ST. Petersburg, and Fort Myers with Naples and Sarasota opening soon. Stone-Mart has the largest on hand inventory of premium quality Travertine Tile, Travertine Pavers, Marble Patios and Marble Tiles, Pool Copings, and Mosaics in the United States with factory direct pricing. Their highly trained Natural Stone Specialists are ready to assist you in choosing the ideal marble or Travertine for your project, and have strong logistic partners to ensure the most cost effective options for delivery to your Business, Jobsite or Home.