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Marble : Their types and sources of Origin

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Marbles has been the quintessential choice of natural stone in architecture for years. From homeowners to interior designers, everyone seems to be in awe of this stunning piece of luxury. And not every marble is famous. You can see some countries in this world possess excellent quality marbles.

Today, we’ll explore the three famous types of marbles from three countries. Italian Marble, Turkish Marble and Brazillian Marble.

Three marble types from different countries and their sources

Italian Marble

For centuries, Italian marbles has been a symbol of opulence and elegance. Captivatingly luxurious, this type of marble is a perfect choice of natural stone for your interiors. Known for its exquisite beauty and quality, Italian marbles has established its name for all the right reasons. Let’s talk about the three famous types of Italian marbles.

  • Statuario

Whether it’s mystical white or unpretentious brown, the Statuario marble is an Italian marble type with dramatic veinings, giving it a rich and highly lustrous look. This high-quality Italian marble variety is quarried in Carrara, Italy, and is the most prestigious and sought-after marble known for its rarity and beauty. Since it has a dramatic veining, it gives the marble a unique and striking effect, making it a hot favourite of designers, architects, and homeowners.

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  • Carrara White

One of the most widely used Italian marble of all time, the Carrara White is a classic marble variety for contemporary and classic interior designs. It comes with a crisp and clean delicate grey veining that gives it a modern touch yet makes it ideal for every style of the home theme.

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  • Calacatta

Glazed in thick and bold veining that comes in the popular shades of gold, grey, and pink, the Calacatta marble gives the interiors a classy, warm, and relaxed feeling while not losing the opportunity of making a statement. This marble variety is perfect for people who want to keep it simple yet not boring.

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Turkish Marbles

Apart from Italy, Turkey is also one of the leading countries supplying the world’s best marbles. It has a rich history of best-quality quarries. Known for its exhilarating charm and beauty, Turkish marbles never fails to cease people with its pristine elegance.

Here are three famous Turkish marble types that can be a great fit for your interiors:

  • Marmara Marbles

Quarried from the Marmara region of Turkey, this marble variety is characterised by its white background and distinctive grey veining that can vary in intensity from subtle to bold. The veins often resemble waves or water, adding a unique and elegant touch to any interior. This natural stone has a high translucency level, making it an ideal choice for backlighting applications.

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  • Grey Laurent

The peculiar and scattered white veining on a dark grey background has a smooth and fine texture that blends with all metals to create a striking contrast. It also gives this Grey Laurent a bold look, making it a statement piece in your bedroom or kitchen.

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  • Silver Shadow Marbles

This Turkish marble type is known for its distinctive grey colour and subtle white veining, which can vary in intensity and pattern. The silver shadow marble type can be used for all interiors and exteriors but to create a true impact in your space, installing it as flooring and matching it entirely with the wall of your bathroom can be a wise choice.

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Brazilian Marbles

The aesthetic appeal of Brazilian marbles can make your space appear sophisticated and elegant. This stunning natural stone is known for its unique veining patterns and rich colour variations, making it a standout choice for any space. Brazilian marbles is quarried from the mountains of Brazil and has been used in architecture and design for centuries.

Here are the three most popular Brazilian marble types:

  • Cristalita Ocean Blue Marbles
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A type of light blue coloured marble quarried in Brazil, this Brazilian variety is perfect for interior applications such as countertops, walls, and flooring and exterior applications such as window sills, pools, and fountains.

  • Tropical Blue Marbles

Characterised by its unique blue and white colour veining, this type of Brazilian marble has a polished finish that enhances its reflective properties, making it ideal for applications requiring a bright and spacious feel.

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  • Avalanche Marbles

Avalanche Marbles bold grey veins and white background gives it a dramatic and striking appearance that is a wide choice for contemporary, modern and traditional spaces. One of its unique characteristics is its versatility, as you can use it in all types of projects – from small residential to large commercial.

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Hope you found the article interesting. We would love to hear about your favorite marbles or any additions to the above article that you may have.

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