The marble family like marble, limestone, travertine and onyx starts out as sediment, animal skeletons and shells, plant matter and silt at the bottom of bodies of water.
After millions of years this solidifies into stone. The main component of marble is calcium and it can therefore be affected by acids such as vinegar and citrus beverages.
Some marble have very little pattern (some are totally pure white) so stains and marring stand out more.
Commercially, the term "marble" applies to any compact limestone that will take a polish, which includes most of the colored marbles, except some of the greens.
Because of marble's more porous properties, it is not recommended for kitchens, vanity tops, shower walls and great for back splashes in your kitchen and bathrooms.
Marble applications include bathroom vanities, shower and fireplace surrounds.
Marble has been used for centuries in just about every possible application, both interior and exterior.
It is used for stone home furnishings, countertops, floors, tables, pillars, hot plates, fireplaces, tiles, gravestones, statues, sculptures and bathroom applications. It is soft and is easy to carve or cut into shapes.
Marble make impressive dining room pieces, functional as end tables in the bedroom and make an elegant first impression when positioned in the foyer.
Marble flooring throughout the home is popular because, in addition to its aesthetic appeal and easy maintenance, it substantially raises your property's value and keeps it cool in hot weather.
Hypoallergenic and bacteria resistant
Stain, scratch and heat resistant
Easy and effective cleaning
Very beautiful and every slab of marble is unique
Marble comes in every color imaginable
Long-lasting polished finish
