Stone flooring is known for its elegance and durability. Installed as tile flooring, this material boasts natural beauty and has been trusted by builders and homeowners alike for thousands of years. If you’re considering a flooring installation with timeless appeal, explore some of the most popular stone varieties below.

3 Stone Tile Flooring Options to Choose From

1. Slate

Slate creates an inviting, natural appeal and is, therefore, commonly used in entryways and even outdoor applications. Because it’s naturally waterproof, it’s also well-suited for moisture-prone environments, such as kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, and basements. It holds up well to heavy traffic—even in homes with pets and children. This tile flooring is widely available in shades of black and gray, but many varieties also encompass other hues such as red, green, purple, blue, or gold.

2. Travertine

Having been used in building applications for centuries, travertine is a limestone variety. The unique stone is created by mineral deposits and the end result is a fibrous appearance in shades ranging from rust to tan and cream or white. Rarely, the flooring can also be found in colors such as gold and black. Depending on the application, the tiles may be tumbled, a process that achieves a textured look to accentuate the stone’s raw beauty.

3. Limestone/Marble

Limestone and marble are both made from calcium carbonate. Limestone is a sedimentary rock, produced by the solidification of shells and sand. When heat and pressure are introduced, it forms the metamorphic rock, marble.

While limestone typically comes in earthy tones such as gray and brown, marble is known for its iconic white and black hues. It may also be found in gray, red, blue, green, and tan. Marble is commonly used to give bathroom floors luxurious appeal, while limestone is commonly seen around fireplaces and entryways.

No matter which type of tile flooring you’re considering, PetraSlate Tile and Stone is your source for quality materials. These flooring providers have been serving the Denver, CO, community for more than 30 years and offer beautiful, dependable hardscaping and interior tiles and mosaics for wholesale prices. Browse through their products online or call (303) 280-9595 to discuss your project with a team member.