How to Use travertine in a Sentence

travertine

noun
  • Turquoise streams rush whole out of rust red cliffs and cascade through travertine pools.
    — Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 4 Dec. 2018
  • The walls were made of brick covered in shining white travertine.
    — Jason Daley, Smithsonian, 5 May 2017
  • Or guests may simply wish to retire to their rooms to take in the dreamy travertine vibes.
    — Alison S. Cohn, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 Sep. 2022
  • The western red cedar front door is flanked by floor-to-ceiling glass and framed in travertine.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
  • The entrance is carved out of stone and the floors and walls are made from a silver-blue travertine.
    — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 15 May 2025
  • In its place will be travertine floors and muted oak, rattan and wicker.
    — Christina Binkley, WSJ, 12 July 2021
  • There will also be urns, bowls and candlesticks made of travertine and brass.
    — Sarah Medford, WSJ, 3 Apr. 2018
  • Plus, its beige travertine stone top is sealed to prevent water damage.
    — Daria Smith, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2022
  • Floor tiles are a mix of marble, travertine, sandstone and local coral stone.
    — Alison Gregor, New York Times, 22 June 2022
  • Edged in travertine, the screens create dappled patterns when the sun shines.
    — Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Then, when cut off from water, the travertine hardens into stone.
    — Nicoletta Lanese, Scientific American, 21 Sep. 2021
  • The house comes with coffered ceilings, a gourmet kitchen and travertine tile flooring.
    — Ebony Day, azcentral, 9 Sep. 2019
  • In time, the layers accrue into thick, opaque travertine rock.
    — Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2024
  • This method can etch natural stone, like marble or travertine.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
  • This method can etch natural stone, like marble or travertine.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
  • The floor is travertine, and just off the bedroom, there’s a walk-in closet and en suite bathroom.
    — Helena Madden, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2021
  • Its walls and walkways are made of pale travertine, mined from an ancient quarry east of Rome.
    — Evan Osnos, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2023
  • The floor plan is open, with a living room, dining room and kitchen anchored by a travertine fireplace.
    — Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • In the main bathroom area, vintage white travertine is as restful to the eye as the giant tub is to the body.
    — Susan Kleinman, ELLE Decor, 5 July 2012
  • The color scheme is inspired by travertine, white accents, dark wood stain and bronze hardware.
    — Dallas News, 2 Oct. 2022
  • Spiraling pewter inserts in the kitchen’s travertine floor match the pewter drawer pulls.
    — Jeastman, oregonlive, 17 Mar. 2023
  • The chef’s kitchen sports travertine countertops, dual copper sinks, and not just one but two pantries.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Near the entrance, travertine walls complement the color of the façade.
    — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2022
  • The latter is decked out with a private travertine terrace with a soaking tub and seating area.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2023
  • In the entry hall, an archway slices through the central travertine wall without a single bead of trim.
    — Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Glass tile accents enhance the travertine tile flooring that begins in the entry.
    — Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 5 June 2019
  • The owners’ bath has been refurbished with travertine and marble and includes a dry sauna and a steam shower.
    — Judy Rose, Detroit Free Press, 16 June 2018
  • The living room is anchored by a massive travertine fireplace with a floating hearth and latticed screen.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 4 May 2026
  • Diluted vinegar is less harsh, but don’t use it on natural stone tiles like marble or travertine.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
  • The huge bathroom is fitted with his and hers rain showers and sinks, and a large travertine marble bathtub in the middle.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026

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