What is a travertine quarry? This guide covers block extraction, quarry regions, typical sizes, density, finishes and global supply. As a quarry-backed Turkish travertine exporter, we provide blocks, slabs and tiles with FOB/CIF/EXW terms and photo-documented loading.
Travertine quarries are the starting point of the natural stone supply chain, where raw blocks are extracted directly from the earth. Turkey is home to some of the world’s largest travertine quarries, producing millions of tons annually. From Denizli to Afyon, Turkish quarries supply the raw materials that are processed into slabs, tiles, and pavers for global export, fueling both modern construction and heritage restoration projects.
Travertine quarries provide the raw blocks that become slabs, tiles, mosaics, and pavers. These products are used in residential, commercial, and urban projects worldwide. Blocks are processed into polished slabs for countertops and cladding, tiles for flooring and walls, and pavers for outdoor landscaping. Quarries also supply stone for restoration projects, ensuring historical accuracy in heritage architecture.
Travertine blocks are cut directly from quarries in Denizli, Afyon and Burdur. Sizes range from 2.4–3.0 m long and 1.2–1.8 m wide/high, weighing 10–25 tons.
Blocks are processed into slabs (20–30 mm) for cladding, flooring and countertops. Cross-cut and vein-cut orientations influence final patterns.
Slabs are cut into tiles (10–12 mm) for floors and walls. Common sizes include 300×300, 600×600 and 600×1200 mm, available in honed, polished, brushed or tumbled finishes.
Turkey is the world’s largest exporter of travertine blocks and slabs. Loads are photo-documented and shipped via İzmir Alsancak, Aliağa and Gemlik ports.
Exported worldwide for processing into slabs, tiles, and custom stonework.
Cut and polished for interiors, exteriors, and luxury applications.
Transformed into outdoor-ready materials for patios, pools, and gardens.
Travertine quarry blocks vary in size and weight, typically measuring 250–300 cm in length, 150–200 cm in height, and 100–150 cm in width. Weights can range from 3 to 10 tons per block. The stone’s density and absorption rates (0.4–1.0%) determine suitability for specific applications. Turkish quarries follow international standards to ensure quality for export markets.
Quarrying involves cutting and extracting large blocks of stone using wire saws, drills, and heavy machinery. Once extracted, blocks are transported to factories where they are sawn, polished, and processed into finished products. Careful quarry management ensures sustainability, safety, and minimal environmental impact while maintaining high production levels.
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