Honed travertine slabs are natural stone products finished to have a smooth, matte surface (no glossy sheen) achieved through grinding with fine abrasives, striking a balance between aesthetic subtlety and practicality for both residential and commercial applications—such as living room flooring, kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, office reception desks, and hotel corridors. GHY STONE, a leading manufacturer since 1992, produces these slabs to cater to design preferences for understated elegance while ensuring resistance to scratches, stains, and daily wear. Sourced from quarries in Turkey’s Denizli (travertine with uniform texture and soft color tones—beige, gray, ivory—that excel in honed finishes) and Italy’s Tivoli (premium travertine with delicate veining that becomes more visible in a honed state), the raw material meets strict standards: density of 2.65–2.75 g/cm³, compressive strength of ≥110 MPa (ASTM C170), water absorption of ≤0.5% post-filling (ASTM C97), and surface roughness of ≤0.8μm (defining the honed finish). The fabrication process begins with CNC diamond cutting to create slabs of precise dimensions (standard sizes 60cm×60cm, 80cm×80cm, custom sizes up to 300cm×150cm) and thickness (15mm–25mm, optimized for use—15mm for walls, 20–25mm for floors/countertops) with flatness tolerance of ±0.1mm/m. Slabs then undergo vacuum-assisted resin filling (using low-VOC, color-matched resin) to seal pores, preventing staining while maintaining the stone’s natural character. The honing process follows, using progressive grit abrasives: starting with 400 grit to smooth the surface, then 800 grit to refine, and finally 1200 grit to achieve the signature matte finish—this removes any glossy residue and creates a uniform, touchable smoothness without reflecting light. A final application of a water-based, low-VOC sealant (formulated for honed surfaces) enhances stain resistance and color depth without adding sheen. The honed finish offers key advantages: it hides minor scratches and everyday wear (critical for high-traffic areas like living rooms or offices), reduces glare from overhead lighting or sunlight (ideal for spaces with large windows), and complements a range of design styles—from modern minimalist to traditional. Installation requires substrate preparation: level, dry surfaces for indoor use (with waterproof backer boards in bathrooms), reinforced concrete for commercial countertops, and adhesives compatible with honed stone (epoxy mortar for countertops, polymer-modified mortar for walls/floors). Grout lines of 2–3mm (filled with stain-resistant grout in matching or contrasting colors) ensure a streamlined look. Maintenance is user-friendly: daily cleaning with a dry microfiber cloth to remove dust; weekly wiping with pH-neutral stone cleaner and water for spills (avoiding acidic cleaners that can etch the surface); and resealing every 36 months (indoor) or 24 months (high-use commercial areas) to maintain protection. GHY STONE’s honed travertine slabs also align with sustainability goals, using recycled water in the grinding/honing process (80% water reuse) and low-VOC sealants to meet indoor air quality standards (e.g., GREENGUARD). Whether used as living room flooring that hides pet scratches, a kitchen countertop that resists visible wear, or an office reception desk with understated elegance, honed travertine slabs deliver practicality without compromising style—reflecting GHY STONE’s commitment to excellence in stone finishes for diverse projects.
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