Filled travertine slabs are natural stone products where the inherent pores and voids of travertine are sealed with high-quality, color-matched fillers—typically resin-based (for indoor use) or cement-based (for outdoor use)—to create a smooth, uniform surface that balances travertine’s natural aesthetic with enhanced durability and ease of maintenance. GHY STONE, a premier manufacturer since 1992, produces these slabs for a wide range of residential and commercial applications, including kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, office lobby flooring, hotel corridors, and retail store wall cladding, where a seamless look and resistance to stains and dust are critical. Sourced from select quarries in Turkey’s Denizli (travertine with small, evenly distributed pores ideal for consistent filling) and Italy’s Tivoli (premium travertine with fine veining that complements the filling process without losing natural character), the raw material adheres to strict quality standards: density of 2.65–2.75 g/cm³ (ensuring structural stability after filling), compressive strength of ≥115 MPa (withstanding daily foot traffic and furniture weight), pre-filling water absorption of 2–3% (ASTM C97), and post-filling water absorption of ≤0.5% (preventing moisture penetration and staining). The fabrication process begins with CNC diamond cutting to achieve precise slab dimensions (standard sizes include 60cm×60cm, 80cm×80cm, and custom sizes up to 300cm×150cm) and thickness uniformity (15mm–30mm, tailored to application—thinner for walls, thicker for floors/countertops) with a flatness tolerance of ±0.1mm/m. Next, a vacuum-assisted filling process is used: for indoor slabs, low-VOC, UV-stable resin fillers (color-matched to the travertine’s natural hue, such as beige, gray, or ivory) are injected into pores under controlled pressure to ensure complete coverage without air bubbles; for outdoor slabs, cement-based fillers (formulated for freeze-thaw resistance) are applied to withstand harsh weather. After filling, slabs undergo progressive grinding with 400–3000 grit abrasives to smooth the surface, removing excess filler and revealing the travertine’s natural veining while maintaining a seamless finish. A final application of a high-performance sealant (indoor slabs use water-based sealants for low VOC emissions; outdoor slabs use polyurethane-based sealants for UV and water resistance) enhances scratch resistance and stain protection. Available finishes include honed (matte surface, roughness ≤0.8μm, ideal for high-traffic areas as it hides minor scratches), polished (gloss level 70–75 units, reflective and suited for bathrooms/lobbies to brighten spaces), and satin (subtle sheen, balancing aesthetics and practicality for kitchens). Installation requires substrate preparation—level, dry surfaces for indoor use (with waterproof backer boards in bathrooms) and reinforced concrete substrates for outdoor use—along with adhesives compatible with filled travertine (epoxy mortar for countertops, polymer-modified mortar for walls/floors) and grout lines of 2–3mm (filled with stain-resistant grout). Maintenance is straightforward: daily cleaning with a dry microfiber cloth to remove dust, weekly wiping with pH-neutral stone cleaner and water for spills, and resealing every 36–48 months (indoor) or 24–36 months (outdoor) to replenish protection. GHY STONE’s filled travertine slabs also align with sustainable practices, using recycled water in the filling/grinding process (80% water reuse) and repurposing fabrication waste into aggregate for landscaping. Whether used as a kitchen countertop resisting oil spills, a hotel lobby floor withstanding heavy foot traffic, or a bathroom vanity repelling moisture, filled travertine slabs deliver both natural beauty and long-lasting performance, embodying GHY STONE’s commitment to excellence and premium stone solutions for residential and commercial projects.
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