Tabas Travertine Stone
Tabas Travertine, quarried in South Khorasan, Iran, is a light-bodied natural stone with distinctive silver and dark veining, closely resembling the p...
Where to use Tabas Travertine Stone
Tabas Travertine is a natural stone sourced from South Khorasan, characterized by its wavy textures and varied colorations. It is suitable for both interior and exterior applications, including building facades, wall cladding, flooring, and decorative elements like columns and stairs.
Appearance and texture
This stone features a wavy texture with a color palette ranging from creamy white to shades of brown and pink. Depending on the specific variety, it may also display prominent black or silver veins.
Technical Specifications of Tabas Travertine Stone
The specifications below are taken as-is from the data registered for this product on our site; for project-critical items, ask for supplementary details when requesting a quote.
| Property | Value |
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| Stone type | Travertine |
| Quarry / origin | طبس, خراسان جنوبی |
| Texture | Wavy |
| Suitable space | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Colors | White (Creamy), With Black & Silver Veins, Brown & Pink Veins (in some varieties) |
| Applications | Modern Facade Stone, Roman Facade Stone, Interior Facade Stone, Building Exterior Facade Stone, Wall Stone (Partition or Interior Facade), Slab Stone, Stair Stone, Main Building Facade, Roman & Classic Facades, Modern Minimalist Facade with Light Stone, Window Frames, Columns & Capitals, Facade Stone Tools, Interior Lobby & Common Area Walls, Staircase Walls or Decorative Spaces |
| Finish type | Polished, Leathered, Honed, Bushhammer |
| Processing type | Vein-cut, Cross-cut, Pore Filling with Resin & Epoxy |
| Grades | Super, Grade 1, Grade 2, Commercial |
| Thicknesses | 1 cm, 1.5 cm, 2 cm, 3 cm |
| Dimensions | تایل, اسلب, طولی, پله, نما |
| Water absorption | متغیر (در منابع مختلف, کمتر و یا بیشتر از تراورتن عباس‌آباد گزارش شده) |
| Compressive strength | Medium to Good (exact numerical data unavailable - similar to other travertines) |
| Abrasion resistance | Good (usable for medium-traffic flooring) |
| Porosity | Medium to High (natural travertine property and good mortar adhesion factor) |
Advantages and limitations
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How to choose
Selecting the right Tabas Travertine requires matching the stone's specific vein patterns and finish to your project's needs.
- Request specific thickness options like 2cm or 3cm for flooring and facades
- Inquire about available finishes such as honed or polished for interior walls
- Ask for a shipment test report to verify the specific batch quality
- Specify desired color variations including creamy white or veined types
Tabas Travertine Stone compared with similar products
This table places the registered specifications of this product next to similar products on our site; "—" means the item is not registered for that product.
| Property | Tabas Travertine Stone | Abbas Abad Travertine Stone | Hajiabad Travertine Stone | Dareh Bokhari Travertine Stone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone type | Travertine | Travertine | Travertine | Travertine |
| Quarry / origin | طبس, خراسان جنوبی | استان مرکزی, محلات, نیم ور, معدن عباس آباد | ایران, استان مرکزی, محلات, معدن حاجی‌آباد | استان مرکزی, شهرستان محلات, در نزدیکی روستای دره بخاری |
| Texture | Wavy | Wavy | Wavy | — |
| Suitable space | Indoor & Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Colors | White (Creamy), With Black & Silver Veins, Brown & Pink Veins (in some varieties) | White, Light Cream, Cream | Light Cream, Bone Cream, Wavy Cream, Beige Cream | Whitish Cream, Light Cream, Beige |
| Applications | Modern Facade Stone, Roman Facade Stone, Interior Facade Stone, Building Exterior Facade Stone, Wall Stone (Partition or Interior Facade), Slab Stone, Stair Stone, Main Building Facade, Roman & Classic Facades, Modern Minimalist Facade with Light Stone, Window Frames, Columns & Capitals, Facade Stone Tools, Interior Lobby & Common Area Walls, Staircase Walls or Decorative Spaces | Modern Facade Stone, Building Exterior Facade Stone, Main Building Facade, Roman & Classic Facades, Window Frames, Columns & Capitals, Facade Stone Tools, Interior Lobby & Common Area Walls, Staircase Walls or Decorative Spaces | Modern Facade Stone, Roman Facade Stone, Interior Facade Stone, Building Exterior Facade Stone, Wall Stone (Partition or Interior Facade), Stair Stone, Main Building Facade, Roman & Classic Facades, Modern Minimalist Facade with Light Stone, Window Frames, Columns & Capitals, Facade Stone Tools, Interior Lobby & Common Area Walls, Staircase Walls or Decorative Spaces | Modern Facade Stone, Roman Facade Stone, Interior Facade Stone, Building Exterior Facade Stone, Wall Stone (Partition or Interior Facade), Slab Stone, Main Building Facade, Roman & Classic Facades, Modern Minimalist Facade with Light Stone, Window Frames, Columns & Capitals, Facade Stone Tools, Interior Lobby & Common Area Walls, Staircase Walls or Decorative Spaces |
| Finish type | Polished, Leathered, Honed, Bushhammer | Polished, Leathered, Honed, Natural | Polished, Leathered, Honed | Polished, Honed, Leathered |
| Processing type | Vein-cut, Cross-cut, Pore Filling with Resin & Epoxy | Cut, Calibrated, Resin Treated, Polished, Epoxy Treated | Cut, Resin Treated, Epoxy Treated, Calibrated, Polished | Cut, Resin Treated, Epoxy Treated |
| Grades | Super, Grade 1, Grade 2, Commercial | Grade 1, Grade 2, Super, Commercial, Export Grade | Grade 1, Grade 2, Super, Commercial | Grade 1, Grade 2, Super, Commercial |
| Thicknesses | 1 cm, 1.5 cm, 2 cm, 3 cm | 2 cm, 3 cm | — | — |
| Dimensions | تایل, اسلب, طولی, پله, نما | تایل, اسلب: ابعاد سفارشی, طولی: ابعاد سفارشی, پله: ابعاد سفارشی, نما: ابعاد سفارشی | تایل: ابعاد سفارشی, اسلب: ابعاد سفارشی, طولی: ابعاد سفارشی, پله, نما: ابعاد سفارشی | تایل: ابعاد سفارشی, اسلب: ابعاد سفارشی, طولی: ابعاد سفارشی |
| Water absorption | متغیر (در منابع مختلف, کمتر و یا بیشتر از تراورتن عباس‌آباد گزارش شده) | Approx. 0.3 to 0.8% | 1.5% to 3% | 0.22% |
| Compressive strength | Medium to Good (exact numerical data unavailable - similar to other travertines) | Approx. 100 to 150 MPa | 70 to 120 MPa | 1200 kg/cm² |
| Abrasion resistance | Good (usable for medium-traffic flooring) | High – suitable for building facades | Medium to Good (approx. 3 to 4 on Mohs scale) | Suitable for high-traffic and outdoor environments |
| Porosity | Medium to High (natural travertine property and good mortar adhesion factor) | Approx. 1 to 3% | Medium – approx. 8% to 12% | 1.05% |
Inquiry and quotation
To estimate the price, send the project details (use, area, thickness and finish) to our specialists. A pro-forma invoice only states your need and is non-binding; a specialist replies within 2 business days at most, the final price is set only in the final invoice, and payment is by bank transfer to the account stated in that invoice.
| Stone Type | Travertine |
| Suitable for | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Texture | Wavy |
| Mine | Tabas, South Khorasan |
| Colors | White (Creamy)، With Black & Silver Veins، Brown & Pink Veins (in some varieties) |
| Qualities | Super، Grade 1، Grade 2، Commercial |
| Thicknesses | 1 cm، 1.5 cm، 2 cm، 3 cm |
| Compressive | Medium to Good (exact numerical data unavailable - similar to other travertines) |
| Abrasion | Good (usable for medium-traffic flooring) |
| Water Abs. | Variable (in different sources, reported less or more than Abbasabad travertine) |
| Porosity | Medium to High (natural travertine property and good mortar adhesion factor) |
Where is Tabas Travertine quarried and what natural colors does it display?
Tabas Travertine is quarried from the South Khorasan province in Iran. It features a light white to creamy background accented by distinct black, silver, and brown veins, with some varieties also presenting pink streaks.
Why is Tabas Travertine technically favored for building exterior cladding?
Its natural wavy texture and porous structure deliver exceptional bonding strength with cement mortar, which is essential for secure facade installations. Additionally, it serves as a relative insulator against heat and sound.
How does Tabas Travertine visually and physically compare to Abbas Abad travertine?
Tabas Travertine presents more distinct, pronounced waves and a slightly darker or varied background compared to the uniform pure white of top-grade Abbas Abad. Technically, Tabas exhibits slightly higher porosity and offers a substantially more economical alternative for budget-conscious projects.
What processing cuts and surface finishes are available for Tabas Travertine?
It can be processed in wavy (cross-cut) or non-wavy (vein-cut) formats. Available surface finishes include polished for high gloss, as well as honed, leather, and bushhammered treatments, with pores filled using resin and epoxy.
What technical precautions are required when installing Tabas Travertine in freezing climates?
Surface pores should be filled with resin and epoxy during processing to guard against moisture penetration and staining. Because extreme cold can challenge natural porosity, proper sealing and precise installation methods are necessary to preserve long-term durability.
Which architectural elements can be crafted from Tabas Travertine?
Beyond exterior and main building facades, it is utilized for interior wall cladding in lobbies and commercial spaces, stairs, window frames, columns, capitals, decorative partitions, and outdoor stone artifacts such as fountains, tables, and benches.
