Types of Marble Finishes

As there are many choices for Marble , there are also several finish options to best suit each design preference and décor. From the high sheen new look of polished stone to the finish of tumbled and antique stone for the illusion of aged stone; Marble has many different natural stone finishes to fit your needs.

Polished:
A glossy surface finish that brings out the full color and character of the stone. This versatile treatment is usually best for countertops, walls and floor tiles as it adds a beautiful sheen.

Honed:
  Honed is semi polished or matte finish, with polishing only to a certain level, shy of generating a gloss level on the surface of the stone. Once again, different stones will carry a different level of honing based on the mineral structure. It is a good choice for flooring, stair treads, thresholds and other high traffic areas which would wear out a polished finished.

Antiqued:
  Acid washed to create the tumbling effect, then brushed to "smooth" the surface. This finish gives the illusion of reclaimed material with a rich history and character. A good application of this material is granite flooring in an entryway.


Satin:
  Buffing heads run over the surface to create a smooth and subtle texture, similar to a honed surface, but slightly less uniform. The end texture has a slightly weathered texture.


Flamed:
  A surface treatment applied by intense heat flaming, which creates a rough surface finish. Because this stone has a rough finish to it, the flamed stone is a good choice for outdoor use-such as a patio or walkway.


Tumbled:
  A slightly rough texture that is achieved by tumbling small pieces of marble, limestone, and sometimes granite to achieve an archaic/worn appearance. This process of involves acidic based chemicals at the factory level and/or the use of a tumbling machine that "antiques" the stone to give the appearance of a weathered, antique look in the stone, with softened edges.


Cross Cut & Filled:
  Cross Cut - The process of cutting the initial block of stone parallel to the natural bedding plane. The effect is a mottled or cloudlike appearance.
  Filled - A trade expression used to indicate the filling of natural voids in stone units with cements or synthetic resins and similar materials.
   * Abbreviations that some suppliers use to describe this type of cut are CCFH
(Cross Cut Filled & Honed) and CCFP (Cross Cut Filled & Polished.)


Regular Cut & Filled:
  Regular Cut (vein-cut) - The process of cutting the initial block of stone perpendicular to the natural bedding plane.
  Filled - A trade expression used to indicate the filling of natural voids in stone units with cements or synthetic resins and similar materials.
   *Abbreviations that some suppliers use to describe this type of cut are RCFH
(Regular Cut Filled & Honed) and RCFP (Regular Cut Filled & Polished.)

The Best Way to Clean Marble Tiles

As more people use marble tiles in their kitchens, bathrooms and entryways, the demand for products to clean this material is growing. With proper maintenance and upkeep, it’s not difficult to clean marble tiles at all. Floors should be swept regularly with a soft broom, and they can be wiped off periodically with a damp cloth. Marble tile should be sealed and polished a few times a year.

To keep marble sparkling, homeowners should be sure to keep it free from routine dust and dirt. They should sweep the floor often with a soft bristled broom or vacuum it to pick up any loose dirt. This needs to be done at least two or three times a week, if not every day.

Homeowners should be aware that loose dirt can easily be ground in as people walk across the floor. If visitors have been walking around in dirt or mud, an individual might ask them to remove their shoes before walking on the marble tiles. Sand, dirt and other debris left on the bottom of the shoe is abrasive, and it will first scratch the marble and then grind the dirt into the scratches.

Many times, all that’s needed to clean marble tiles is a warm, damp mop or cloth, especially if there are spill prone kids — and adults — in the house. Fortunately, as marble has become a popular flooring option, more commercial products formulated to keep it clean have become available. Homeowners may want to have some on hand in case of accidental spillage or for regular weekly or monthly cleanings. People should be sure to read the label and follow the instructions exactly.

While vinegar is touted as a great household cleaner, it’s not recommended to clean marble tiles. The acid in vinegar can damage the surface. Soaps, even mild detergents, aren’t recommended either. If the homeowner isn't using a special marble cleaner, he or she should use warm water only.

It’s not always best to let the tiles air dry. Instead, people can get a nice fluffy towel and use it to dry the floor thoroughly. Marble tiles tend to spot and stain if they remain wet.

Every few months, it’s a good idea to seal and polish the tiles. The polish will help the floor to shine, while the sealant will protect the material from everyday dirt and grime and make it easier to clean on a regular basis. Local home improvement stores are likely to have plenty of options for marble tile cleaners, sealants and polishing agents. People who aren't sure which product is best should contact the tile manufacturer or the person who installed the flooring. Either one is sure to have some good recommendations.

Triesta Marble

Triesta Marble one of the most popular and famous types of Egyptian Marble,

Trieste Marble is Gray, Light Brown , it is fine grained & irregular pattern marble , Also sometimes it is called Sinai pearl , it is used for flooring & for wall cladding purpose

For its attractive color, high hardness & its excellent durability it is recommended for indoor & outdoor use.

It can be used for building wall cladding, flooring, Counter tops for kitchen, blusters & also for bathroom accessories

Triesta Marble have a lot of features first that it is resistance for Water & grease in addition to its beautiful pattern & that it can be used in interior decoration or exterior purpose mainly as a pool deck and in stairs 

There are many available finishes for triesta marble which are polished , chiseled face , tumbled , antique brushed , & bush hammered

Marble Types

Being Working in the field of landscaping and Construction ,Marble is Considered as one of the most elite materials that is used in indoor & outdoor Application.

Today we will display as much as we can of Marble Types , to be easily for each of us to identify the color & type he would like for his home or project 

1- Triesta Marble

2- Turkish carrara Marble

3- Sunny Marble

4- Silvia Marble

  

5- Red French Marble

6- Perlato sicilia Marble

7- Pearl sinai Marble

8- Patchino Marble

9- Patchino Classic Marble

10- Khatmia Dark Marble

11- Indian green Marble

12- Greece carrara Marble

13- Golden Sunny Marble

14- Golden Sinai Marble

15- Galala Rose Marble

16- Galala Fas Marble

17- filetto Marble

18- Embrador light Marble

19- Embrador Dark Marble

20- Cream Marvel Marble

21- Calacatta oro gold Marble

22- Calacatta Marble

23- Breccia sarda limestone Marble

24- Breccia marina Marble

25- Breccia Marble

26- Breccia Khatmia Marble

27- Breccia Daino Marble

28- Breccia aurora Marble

29- Alicante Marble

I hope i have covered most of the Marble types found all over the world .