Travertine and natural stone looks
Travertine and stone looks give natural texture without the pores of real stone, which means no filling and no regular sealing.
Looks in this group
Travertine Classic
beige · 320 x 160 cm
Travertine Velvet
soft beige · 240 x 120 cm
Sabbia Panna
sand cream · 320 x 160 cm
Rock Grigio
stone grey · 320 x 160 cm
Natural travertine is porous and absorbs water; sintered stone closes those pores during production. In pools, wet areas and exterior walls, that difference is what you notice after two years.
Beige and stone grey also hide fine scratches better than a veined white surface.
Choosing between similar looks
Compare on a panel the same size as the finished work. A look that is quiet on a small sample can look busy on a three metre island, and the reverse is also true.
Watch the direction of the light as well: veining that looks soft facing a window can read strongly on the opposite wall.
Next step
Bring room dimensions and look at full slabs in the Kapuk gallery. Book a visit
Where these looks are used
| Application | Look | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom and pool areas | Travertine Classic, Rock Grigio | No water absorption, no sealing |
| Living room walls | Sabbia Panna, Travertine Classic | Texture without busy veining |
| Coffee and side tables | Travertine Velvet, Sabbia Panna | Warm colour, soft surface |
| Covered facades | Rock Grigio | Grey hides dust |
| Kitchen worktops | Less suitable | Beige texture shows oil marks |
In wet areas what matters is the joint and the fall, not the look. A tight joint and a small fall towards the drain matter more than the surface finish.
Natural stone and the sintered version
| Aspect | Natural travertine | Sintered travertine look |
|---|---|---|
| Porosity | High, needs filling | Below 0.2 percent |
| Maintenance | Regular sealing | Wipe and clean |
| Oil stains | Absorbs, hard to remove | Does not absorb |
| Thickness | Thick and heavy | 9 to 12 mm |
| Fixing | Traditional bed | Adhesive, thin joints |
What to bring when you come to see slabs
Bring a plan with finished dimensions, not an estimate. Worktop length, depth, sink position and splashback height decide the slab count and the cut direction, and all of them can be worked out during the visit.
Bring a sample of the cabinet or floor that is already installed, as a photo or a physical piece. Screens shift colour, and a look that matches on a phone often changes next to a real material.
If possible, come at a time when the light is close to the room: morning for an east facing kitchen, late afternoon for a west facing one.
Buyer questions
Short answers for buyers comparing looks, formats and prices.
Which looks are in travertine and natural stone looks?
The looks grouped here share a base colour and a veining character, so they can be combined in one room without looking random.
Are all looks available in one size?
No. Each look is produced in particular formats and thicknesses, and not every combination is available at the same time. Confirm the size before committing to the look.
How do I choose between similar looks?
Compare the actual slabs side by side, not photographs. Differences that disappear on screen usually show up under room lighting.
Can two looks be used in one kitchen?
Yes, with one rule: one strongly veined look for the focal surface, one calm look for everything else. Two strongly veined surfaces usually cancel each other out.
Do all looks in this group cost the same?
Not necessarily. Price follows format, thickness and batch. The range for each look is on its product page.
Read next: All looks · 320 x 160 format · Price per square metre · Custom patterns