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Travertine Split Face Cladding – 8" Silver Travertine Cladding in Los Angeles

by Royal Stone & Slab Yard

Section 1: Introduction to Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding

Travertine has long been sought out as one of the world's strongest and most beautiful natural stones. From the Colosseum of ancient Rome to Beverly Hills mansions now, this stone has been used to create eternally stunning architecture that stands the test of time. Of all the varieties of travertine, Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding has become a leading choice of finish for residential use as well as for commercial buildings.

We at Royal Stone & Slab Yard in Los Angeles are committed to bringing you premium, hand-selected stone products directly from world-class quarries all around the world. Among our leading and design-focused products for customers who want to bring the beauty of nature's own stone into their surroundings, both the exterior and interior, is our 8" Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding in free length pattern.

This product is marked by its split face natural cleft face finish—a texture that highlights the raw organic layers and depth of the stone. Instead of a honed or polished smooth surface, the split face finish gives a three-dimensional effect that adds character, shadow, and movement to any architectural surface or wall. The look is at once modern and rustic and ideal for clients who want to blend sophisticated contemporary style with raw, organic reality.

Silver Travertine is unique due to its silver-gray hues. With its swirling patterns of taupe, ivory, charcoal, and golden highlights occasionally, the stone offers a soothing but dynamic color palette that can complement many architectural styles. From Brentwood modern homes to Malibu beachside mansions, the stone seamlessly integrates itself into both traditional Mediterranean styles and cutting-edge modern settings.

Royal Stone has been serving Los Angeles and Southern California since 1997, and we are especially well-known for our exclusive representation of Antolini of Italy and our dedication to shipping high-grade material directly to consumers. With Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding in the hip 8-inch free length format, we provide designers, architects, and homeowners with a versatile, installation-easy product that offers luxury with strength.

Regardless of whether you are building a statement fireplace, accent wall, outdoor facade, or commercial installation, this product is made to take average spaces and turn them into extraordinary places. The end result is a material that not only looks stunning but also functional, durable, and ideally suited to the Southern California lifestyle.

Section 2: Understanding Split Face Travertine

One of the identifying characteristics of split face travertine cladding is the cleft natural surface that results from mechanically splitting stone along natural bedding planes. Unlike polished or honed travertine, which is smoothed to a reflective or matte finish, split face travertine retains its organic, rough-surfaced appearance. This adds depth and rugged sophistication to building surfaces.

The technique is cutting slabs of travertine into rectangular cladding pieces, then splitting them along the stone's grain. This exposes the inner texture and thus creating a slightly rough, three-dimensional effect. The cleft finish is special to allow the stone to capture light and shadow in dramatic ways, animating walls with natural movement.

This three-dimensionality has turned split face travertine into a highly desirable material for both architects and interior designers. At home, it is often utilized for fireplace surrounds, accent walls, and entrance features. For buildings, it is utilized in hotel lobbies, retail store fronts, and spas in order to give the feeling of natural luxury.

Split face travertine's benefits extend beyond appearance. The rough texture offers greater friction, making it an excellent choice for exterior facades' exposure to the elements. It also reduces the visibility of dust or slight weathering over the years, as a low-maintenance yet high-performance external cladding material.

In Royal Stone, our 8" Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding is pre-finished and trimmed in free length, so the pieces vary in length but are all the same 8-inch height. This not only makes the installation easier, but it also allows for a more natural, randomized appearance when installed.

The designers like split face cladding because it is the ultimate ideal compromise between raw natural simplicity and upmarket contemporary style. It's a material that is both out of date and forever in date, yet so perfectly well-suited to luxury architecture now. 

Section 3: The Beauty of Silver Travertine

Silver Travertine is a natural stone quarried in some of Turkey, Italy, and Iran's most prestigious quarries. It is prized for its rich, varied coloration ranging from pale silver-grays through dark charcoal streaks and ends with cream, ivory, and even warm golden undertones. Such lively color variability has made Silver Travertine a favorite among interior and exterior design uses.

Whereas beige travertine, with its older, more traditional Mediterranean look, is on the more traditional side, Silver Travertine is more contemporary. Its light gray color is harmonious with both neutral interior design schemes and bold design elements. For example, pairing Silver Travertine with dark walnut cabinetry creates a smart contrast, while with stainless steel and glass, it creates a sleek, contemporary finish.

The naturally occurring veins in Silver Travertine add depth and sophistication that even manufactured versions cannot achieve. Each slab is one of a kind, containing millions of years of geologic history in its individual layers. Even the split face finish accentuates this natural story by exposing raw textures and tones imprisoned within the stone.

Silver Travertine is also incredibly versatile. It would be fantastic in contemporary minimalistic spaces in Beverly Hills, Mediterranean-style villas in Malibu, and transitional houses in Brentwood or Pacific Palisades. Its color palette blends perfectly with warm color palettes and cool color palettes, allowing designers to have unlimited possibilities.

We only import high-quality Silver Travertine at Royal Stone, ensuring consistent quality, strength, and beauty. We always ensure each piece is thoroughly inspected with high standards to make it a worthwhile gamble for upscale projects across Los Angeles.

Section 4: The 8-Inch Free Length Pattern

One of the unique features of Royal Stone's Silver Travertine Split Face Cladding is its 8-inch free length pattern. This is claddings with uniform height (8 inches) but random lengths.