From custom patios and walkways to pool decks. we design and install travertine tile surfaces that combine natural beauty, durability, and low-maintenance performance—engineered to perform in Arizona’s demanding desert climate.
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Transform your outdoor remodel with professionally installed travertine tile from Desert Designer Landscaping & Development. Homeowners across Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the West Valley are choosing travertine patios, walkways, and pool decks to create refined, long-lasting outdoor spaces built for Arizona living—naturally cool underfoot, highly durable, and well-suited for extreme heat.
Extend Your Outdoor Living Season: Create a functional outdoor space for relaxing and entertaining year-round with expertly installed travertine tile that reflects heat and maintains a comfortable surface temperature—even in peak summer.
Boost Home Value & Curb Appeal: High-quality travertine tile installation enhances your backyard remodel with timeless natural stone texture, clean lines, and an upscale finish that elevates the overall appearance and value of your property.
Desert Designer Landscape & Development has over 20 years experience in the Valley transforming the yards of Arizona homeowners. Over the years, we’ve been featured in home and garden magazines, and have completed hundreds of top-tier landscaping design projects, valley-wide.
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Travertine is a natural limestone that remains significantly cooler under direct sunlight compared to many concrete or brick pavers. Its light coloration and porous composition help reflect heat, making it particularly well-suited for pool decks and patios in hot climates like Arizona. When properly installed, travertine also handles temperature fluctuations and heavy sun exposure effectively.
When finished with a tumbled or brushed surface, travertine provides natural slip resistance, even when wet. This makes it a popular choice for pool decks and water features. Proper slope during installation is also critical to ensure effective drainage and reduce standing water.
Travertine pavers can be installed using either a sand-set (dry-set) method or a mortar-set system over a concrete base.
Sand-set installation is common for patios and walkways, allowing flexibility and easier repairs.
Mortar-set installation is often used for pool decks or structural applications requiring added stability.
The appropriate method depends on soil conditions, load requirements, and project design.
High-quality travertine pavers are dense and durable, with excellent compressive strength. They resist cracking better than poured concrete because individual pavers can shift slightly with ground movement. Unlike some concrete products, travertine will not fade in the same way since its color runs throughout the stone rather than being applied to the surface.
Maintenance is relatively minimal. Routine care includes sweeping debris, rinsing with water, and occasional mild stone-safe cleaning. Avoid harsh acidic cleaners, as travertine is calcium-based and can etch. Periodic inspection of joint sand (for sand-set installations) and resealing when needed will help maintain long-term performance and appearance.
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