Travertine FILLED-POL
Finish state · default condition
ASTM C1527
Standard interior slab/tile: pores filled with resin or cement grout then polished for gloss and stain resistance.
Values for the FILLED-POL condition
Other Travertine tempers and conditions
Travertine is listed in 2 conditions; see the grade overview at Travertine.
- VEIN-CUT
- FILLED-POL
Compare all 2 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
sawn perpendicular to bedding, linear striped figure | Pick when a linear striped pattern is wanted; bedding planes lie edge-on so bending strength across the veins is lower and delamination risk higher. | — | 4 | 0.1 | — | 2 W/m·K |
FILLED-POLDefaultThis page resin/cement filled slab, polished finish | Standard interior slab/tile: pores filled with resin or cement grout then polished for gloss and stain resistance. | — | 6 | — | — | 2 W/m·K |
What is Travertine FILLED-POL?
Travertine FILLED-POL is Travertine supplied in the FILLED-POL condition — standard interior slab/tile: pores filled with resin or cement grout then polished for gloss and stain resistance. Travertine FILLED-POL has a tensile strength of 6 MPa (0.798 ksi), weaker than 83% of natural material grades. Elongation at break is 0.1% and the elastic modulus is 42 GPa (6.09 Msi). Travertine FILLED-POL has a density of 2.45 g/cm³ (0.0885 lb/in³), heavier than 85% of natural material grades.
Advantages
- Low embodied carbon — 0.13 kg CO₂/kg, better than 91% of natural material grades
- Conducts heat well — 2 W/m·K (1.16 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 86% of natural material grades
- Stiff — 42 GPa (6.09 Msi), better than 85% of natural material grades
- High service temperature — 120°C (248 °F), better than 79% of natural material grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 78/100, better than 77% of natural material grades
Limitations
- Limited ductility — 0.1%, worse than 89% of natural material grades
- Difficult to machine — 62/100, worse than 87% of natural material grades
- Heavy — 2.45 g/cm³ (0.0885 lb/in³), worse than 85% of natural material grades
Travertine FILLED-POL properties
Typical room-temperature values for Travertine FILLED-POL; 12 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are Travertine reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among natural material grades.
Physical2
Travertine FILLED-POL has a density of 2.45 g/cm³ (0.0885 lb/in³), heavier than 85% of natural material grades.
Mechanical12
Travertine FILLED-POL has a tensile strength of 6 MPa (0.798 ksi), weaker than 83% of natural material grades. Elongation at break is 0.1% and the elastic modulus is 42 GPa (6.09 Msi).
Thermal5
Travertine FILLED-POL is rated for continuous service to 120°C (248 °F). It conducts heat at 2 W/m·K (1.16 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 86% of natural material grades. Thermal expansion is 6 µm/m·K (3.33 µin/in·°F).
Electrical1
Travertine FILLED-POL has an electrical resistivity of 1×10⁷ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental1
Corrosion resistance is fair (38/100), worse than 62% of natural material grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of Travertine FILLED-POL takes about 2 MJ of energy and emits 0.13 kg of CO₂ — less than 90% of natural material grades. Typical recycled content is 0%.
Manufacturability2
Travertine FILLED-POL's machinability is good (62/100, worse than 87% of natural material grades).
Common Calculations4
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with Travertine FILLED-POL
Is Travertine easy to machine?
Cut and profiled with diamond blades/CNC waterjet at high feed; flush coolant generously and support the slab, as open vugs cause edge chipping and blowout at hole exits.
Can Travertine be welded?
Not weldable — sections are joined mechanically with kerf/undercut anchors or bonded with epoxy and color-matched polyester adhesive.
Can Travertine be formed, bent or molded?
No plastic forming; curved elements are produced by sawing from thick blocks or by laminating thin strips onto aluminum honeycomb backing.
What surface finishes work on Travertine?
Pores are filled with polyester resin or cement grout, then honed/polished with progressively finer diamond pads; impregnating silane or fluoropolymer sealers are mandatory to resist acid etching and staining.
Travertine chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| MgCO3dolomitic fraction, varies by quarry | 0.1 – 4 | 1 |
| SiO2detrital quartz / chert | 0.1 – 3 | 0.8 |
| Fe2O3iron oxides give the warm walnut/gold tones | 0.02 – 1 | 0.2 |
| Al2O3clay impurities | 0.05 – 1.5 | 0.3 |
| organic matter / plant casts | 0 – 1 | 0.2 |
| CaCO3 (calcite/aragonite)primary mineral; travertine is a chemically precipitated carbonate | ≥ 90 (balance) | — |
Travertine FILLED-POL — frequently asked
What is Travertine FILLED-POL used for?
Travertine FILLED-POL is typically used for flooring and wall tiles, exterior cladding, fountains and pool decking and interior countertops. In short: porous stone requiring resin filling; warm-toned cladding and paving; acid-sensitive; sealing mandatory.
What is the tensile strength of Travertine FILLED-POL?
Travertine FILLED-POL has a typical tensile strength of 6 MPa (0.798 ksi) — weaker than 83% of natural material grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is Travertine FILLED-POL easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (62/100, worse than 87% of natural material grades). Cut and profiled with diamond blades/CNC waterjet at high feed; flush coolant generously and support the slab, as open vugs cause edge chipping and blowout at hole exits.
Can Travertine FILLED-POL be welded?
Not weldable — sections are joined mechanically with kerf/undercut anchors or bonded with epoxy and color-matched polyester adhesive.
What surface finishes work on Travertine FILLED-POL?
Pores are filled with polyester resin or cement grout, then honed/polished with progressively finer diamond pads; impregnating silane or fluoropolymer sealers are mandatory to resist acid etching and staining.
Can Travertine FILLED-POL be formed, bent or molded?
No plastic forming; curved elements are produced by sawing from thick blocks or by laminating thin strips onto aluminum honeycomb backing.
What is the maximum service temperature of Travertine FILLED-POL?
Travertine FILLED-POL is rated for continuous use to about 120°C (248 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Sources
- ASTM C1527 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone — ASTM International (2019)
- ASTM C170 / C99 / C880 / C97 dimension stone test methods — ASTM International (2018)
- Dimension Stone Design Manual — Natural Stone Institute (MIA+BSI) (2016)
- Inventory of Carbon & Energy (ICE) — stone products — University of Bath / Circular Ecology (2019)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.