The Formation and History of Travertine: Stone Born from Spring Water
Travertine is a porous, warm-toned stone formed when calcium carbonate carried by lime-rich spring waters precipitates at the earth's surface. We explain where the holes come from, the origin of its name, and how to care for this stone in the Mediterranean climate.
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Granite is a hard stone formed when magma cools very slowly, kilometers beneath the earth's surface. We explain how granite is born, the minerals that make it durable, the concept of commercial granite, and how all of this affects its maintenance.
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The Formation and History of Marble: A Journey from Limestone to Palaces
Marble forms when limestone that has accumulated on the seabed recrystallizes under heat and pressure over millions of years. We explain how marble came to be, where its name comes from, Anatolia's quarries, and what all this tells you about the floor in your home.
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