{"product_id":"silver-travertine-18x18-honed-filled","title":"Silver Travertine 18x18 Honed \u0026 Filled","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver Travertine 18x18 Honed \u0026amp; Filled Tile | 1\/2\" Thick Premium Floor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeta Description:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shop Silver Travertine 18x18 tiles. Honed and Filled (HF) for a smooth, matte finish. Features 1\/2\" thickness for extra durability. Perfect for luxury kitchens \u0026amp; baths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eH1 Heading:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver Travertine 18 x 18 Honed \u0026amp; Filled (HF) Tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the perfect balance of modern color and classic texture with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver Travertine 18x18 Honed \u0026amp; Filled Tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This \"mid-size\" luxury format is the \"sweet spot\" for high-end flooring, offering a substantial 1\/2\" thickness that provides superior durability compared to standard thin-set tiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSophisticated Honed \u0026amp; Filled (HF) Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tile undergoes a professional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoned and Filled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e process to ensure maximum longevity and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoned:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The surface is ground to a smooth, non-reflective matte finish that feels silky underfoot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The natural pits and voids inherent to travertine are filled with a high-strength, color-matched resin, creating a solid surface that won't trap dirt or moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Mid-Size\" Design Advantage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 18x18 format is a favorite among interior designers. It is large enough to minimize grout lines and create an expansive feel in kitchens and master suites, yet versatile enough to be installed in smaller entryways and bathrooms without excessive cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich Color Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A stunning tapestry of silver, charcoal, and warm pewter tones that pair perfectly with stainless steel and modern cabinetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhanced Durability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2\" (.50\") thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides better impact resistance and structural integrity for high-traffic residential and commercial floors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Edges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rectified edges allow for tight, clean grout lines, resulting in a sleek and professional finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy Maintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The filled surface prevents soap scum, spills, and debris from entering the stone's pores, making it exceptionally easy to clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Movement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a genuine natural stone, each tile features unique vein-cut or cross-cut movement, ensuring no two floors are exactly alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is 1\/2\" thickness important for travertine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost standard tiles are 3\/8\" thick. The extra 1\/2\" thickness of our Silver Travertine makes the stone more robust, reducing the risk of cracking in high-traffic areas and providing a more \"solid\" feel underfoot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between \"Honed and Filled\" and \"Tumbled\" travertine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoned and Filled travertine has a smooth, flat surface and straight edges for a modern look. Tumbled travertine has a distressed surface and rounded edges, which creates a much more rustic, aged appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need to use a specific mortar for Silver Travertine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. You should always use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite polymer-modified thin-set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Grey mortar can \"telegraph\" through the stone, which may dull the vibrant silver and pewter tones over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Silver Travertine slippery when wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe honed (matte) finish provides better slip resistance than a polished (shiny) tile. While any stone can be slippery when wet, the honed surface is a preferred choice for master bathrooms and kitchens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould I seal this tile?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Even though the pores are filled, travertine is a natural stone. Applying a high-quality penetrating sealer after installation will protect the silver pigments from staining and keep the stone looking new for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Silver Travertine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18\" x 18\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/2\" (.50\" \/ 12mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Honed \u0026amp; Filled (HF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rectified \/ Square\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.25 Sq. Ft. per tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 6.5 lbs per Sq. Ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kitchens, Bathrooms, Entryways, and Accent Walls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MS International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47708951118083,"sku":"TTSILTR1818HF","price":15.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/7254\/2467\/files\/IMG_0252_13cf36b6-efdb-4acc-a3de-539d04a40a65.jpg?v=1770231661","url":"https:\/\/americanflooringdepot.com\/products\/silver-travertine-18x18-honed-filled","provider":"American Flooring Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}