Material guide / Travertine

Two choices that change the look of travertine.

Cut and filling describe different aspects of travertine. Here is what those terms mean in BC Stone's published collection article.

01 / Pattern

Vein cut or cross cut?

Vein cut: A linear pattern and a more continuous visual flow.
Cross cut: A softer, cloud-like pattern.

From BC Stone's travertine collection article.

BC Stone article graphic comparing vein-cut and cross-cut travertine — Visual comparison from the BC Stone article.

02 / Surface

Filled or unfilled?

Unfilled: The article describes this as raw and textured, with the stone’s natural pores visible.
Filled: The article describes a smoother, more refined surface where the pores have been filled.

From BC Stone's travertine collection article.

BC Stone article graphic comparing unfilled and filled travertine — Visual comparison from the BC Stone article.

03 / Before selecting

Check the exact piece.

These comparisons explain the terms in our article. They do not confirm the cut or filling of any particular product. Ask our team about the material you are considering.

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