Travertine marble as a solution for natural stone stairs. The installation of yellow travertine marble in outdoor spaces offers the best alternative for natural stone stairs.
In this case, we see its integration within a natural and landscaped space in the home. We are talking about a travertine capable of undergoing no alterations on the exterior of the building, which makes it inert throughout its lifespan in the project.
For the design of travertine treads in a cantilevered staircase, a piece thickness of 3 cm is recommended. In the case of this project executed in northern Madrid, a wooden riser is used. With this composition, we seek to incorporate a second natural material into the environment.
For the maintenance of this type of Spanish travertine staircase, cleaning with only water is recommended. It does not require any type of special detergent or chemical protectors. All of this is always accompanied by its anti-slip certificate, which makes it unique.
For the interior environments of the home or building, the option of filling the pores with a putty in the same color as the stone is preferred to prevent dirt from entering the stone. This is a solution that is normally avoided in exteriors to allow for the enjoyment of its natural porosity outdoors.
Travertine marble as a solution for natural stone stairs is not a modern alternative. Our ancestors were already pioneers in the use of large pharaonic projects for the application of travertine stone, and especially in ancient Rome.
