Marble Countertops

Marble surface – what you should know about it?

By Matthew Petacci

The timeless and classic beauty this natural rock has provided for centuries cannot be achieved in quartz Stone, marble stone is associated with noble interiors, ancient statues, and palaces. It also appears increasingly in our homes, giving the rooms a unique elegance.

Marble has been a very popular finishing material with architects and artists for centuries. This is no wonder, as it is resistant to many factors.

Marble is a precious stone characterized by various colors and structures, so its use is very wide. It has been considered a luxurious and elegant material since ancient times.

Among the kitchen and bathroom surfaces, it is considered one of the most expensive and difficult to use, but few conglomerates can match the natural beauty of a Marble surface.

What else distinguishes it from other materials? A Marble slab is synonymous with elegance and class – it is used in kitchens, bathrooms, and as an element of coffee tables.

This material has some special properties that make it beautiful, but it also requires special care. what? we recommend.

 

Table of Contents

1. White marble countertops

2. How much is marble per sq ft?

3. How much does a marble countertop weigh?

4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of marble countertops?

5. What Color is best for kitchen countertops?

6. How to clean marble countertops?

7. Are marble stains permanent?

8. Does marble need to be sealed?

 

 

1. White marble countertops

 

European designers have been using White Marble countertops for many years. and even centuries ago the Romans coveted the marvelous White Marble and used it to decorate their public buildings and private villas.

White Marble has been used in the interior since ancient Greek times’ it remains a relevant material, especially for the kitchen and bathroom countertops. A White Marble finish gives the interior an original and sophisticated style.

This material is versatile and suitable for any stylistic solution, whether it is in a classic or modern style.

The White Marble looks luxurious in any application. Having a bathtub used to create interiors by elite designers emphasizes homeowners’ impeccable artistic richness and taste.

Large marble surfaces offer several additional benefits when you choose them for your new interior decoration project. Let’s look closer and find out why ample Marble stone countertops are so popular today and their benefits.

First of all, they allow you to emphasize the benefits of graphics due to the optical effect of continuity and space expansion in visual vision so that any environment looks expanded, airy, and light.

In addition, there are important practical aspects: the large format allows you to reduce the number of joints in the kitchen countertop, which causes, in addition to easing the level of cleaning and disinfection on the counter, better perception of the kitchen space, or bathroom space especially when the walls and floor are harmonious and uninterrupted, merging into one whole.

 

• Reasons to use large marble countertops.

As we mentioned at the beginning, there are many reasons that will cause the balance to lean towards large marble surfaces because of the benefits they provide. Let’s take a look at the most important benefits that large Marble stone countertops offer.

 

• It provides a greater sense of space.

If you intend to visually expand the environment, it’s to create a feeling that it is larger than it actually is, the most appropriate and recommended is to rely on large Marble stone surfaces. White Cararra marble is just one option to make your kitchen look modern and beautiful. As long as you understand that Cararra marble is not durable and the beauty of it, is its wear and tear.

 

• Reduces installation time.

Another advantage we can emphasize in this type of format is the reduction of installation time. When Marble stone surfaces are larger, they require fewer seams, which makes assembly easier and reduces the time spent on it.

 

• Choosing the White Marble.

You can either go to the warehouse to choose the slab or get a marble broker to choose it for you. A marble broker works for you and will visit many stone slab yards and will choose the ones that best fit your needs. Just looking at the marble is not good enough you need a professional to make sure it is of the best quality. There are many types of White Marble on the market. There is White Cararra marble is one of the most popular stones and then there is Calacatta Gold Marble, Statuary marble, and White Cararra marble which are the top two White Marble slabs. You will have to provide the marble broker with information on the style and budget you are looking for.

 

• Here are a couple of tips for choosing a marble slab

The first one would be choosing a Marble stone-like White Cararra if you are worried about scratches and etching because of its messy patterns the scratches will be more like it is supposed to be there. The second would be considering how your counter and backsplash will look with different Marble stone patterns. The third would be to take into consideration the finish of the Marble stone you would like from a polished to a matte look. The fourth tip would be to make sure you seal the Marble stone Kitchen countertops and keep them maintained with sealing annually.

 

 

2. How much is marble per sq ft?

The noble and therefore most expensive Marble comes from Spain and Italy, the white marble is presented as a luxury choice for those looking for a natural stone surface in their luxury kitchen. (For example, White Statuary Marble or Calacatta Gold Marble) can expect to pay to start at $140 per square foot. For a Marble work surface, depending on the size, on the other hand, we are dealing with an expensive stone – and you always have to pay more for such an exclusive material. White Carrara Marble is widely viewed as the most popular Marble stone one of the most common types of Italian Marble, named after the region where it originates. It has a soft white background and subtle gray veining. White Carrara marble is a decor with a very lively contrasting design and thus looks very good in combination with all the options of black and white. White Carrara marble can cost as little as $65 per square foot and up depending on the lot that is chosen. You can also find different and cheaper versions of Marble that come from China, India, and Turkey. A Marble surface for the kitchen or bathroom can start from $55 per square foot. These are average prices and you will discover significant price changes when you receive price quotes.

 

 

3. How much does a marble countertop weigh?

Natural stone is a very dense material, which means it is also heavy. Granite or Marble countertops are 2-3 times heavier than wood. How much exactly a marble surface weighs depends of course on the thickness of the Marble and its surface. It is assumed that a square meter of natural stone with a thickness of 2 cm weighs more than 115 pounds, and with a thickness of 3 cm around 80 kg.

 

 

4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of marble countertops?

• The advantages of marble countertops:

White marble has a beautiful and elegant look while porcelain and man-made quartz mimic the look of Marble, nothing quite compares to the beauty of the real thing. When you decide to sell your house or apartment Marble has an eternal appeal. Marble is a stone that never goes out of fashion. Wherever you decide to put the Marble in your home, it will bring good value to your home. If you want an authentic and beautiful one-of-a-kind stone with special veins, the Marble is also a winning choice, once the Marble is damaged even in the most severe way, it can always be renewed. It is an environmentally friendly material as there is no chemical process involved in its production. It also has high fire resistance and is heat resistant – it will be fine when you put a hot pot on it. A characteristic feature of marble is the fact that it conducts heat very well. A Marble floor is perfect for floors with heating. Despite the fact that marble is a rather demanding material, it provides a unique beauty with its appearance. It is also suitable for classic and modern styles. The undisputed advantage of marble is the fact that it is a hard, damage-resistant natural material. Investing in Marble will pay off for many years.

 

• The disadvantages of marble countertops:

The most central problem presented by marble surfaces is the need for repeated and regular sealing twice a year. Marble tends to stain easily, meaning it will absorb stains from coffee, drinks, and sauces that are difficult to remove once the Marble is not protected by a sealer The white marble will stain if you don’t reseal it regularly. Depending on the quality of the stone, you may have to reseal it, this adds up, both financially and in terms of your time. Marble is not a soft material so it can be easily scratched, on the other hand, green marble is one of the strongest materials on the market. Marble surfaces have several disadvantages that many discredit as a material for the kitchen. Why? Most of all, Marble is absorbent, so it absorbs easily. Coffee, wine, or ketchup stains can be very difficult to remove. Is there any advice? Fortunately, yes! Sealer. This is the only way to protect Marble countertops. The sealer leaves a special coating on the stone, but please note: this does not mean that we can leave wine stains on the Marble freely! If something is spilled, wipe the area dry as soon as possible – so the dirt doesn’t eat through the coating. the outgoing Another disadvantage of the Marble material is the fact that the Marble countertops in the kitchen will wear out over time – just like any natural stone. But the good news is that the Marble can always be restored and returned to the right condition. It is very important that only skilled technicians and workers install the Marble stone because of the skill required. This will add to the price required for the Marble but the Marble will look great with professional installation.

 

 

5. What Color is best for kitchen countertops?

 

A Marble countertop for the kitchen is undoubtedly the equipment that attracts the eye and will give your kitchen refinement. When choosing a Marble work surface, you must first examine which color will match the furniture and the floor, because Marble comes in a wide variety of colors. The appropriate color and texture of the Marble will work well in both a Traditional kitchen and a Modern kitchen. But on the other hand, green Marble with light veins is recommended for kitchen countertops because of its strength and resistance to stains. The perfect choice for many centuries in the kitchen countertop and backsplash is the White Carrara Marble stone, and it looks amazing in combination with almost any type of cabinet color, its adding brightness and a light look to your kitchen. Thanks to their aesthetic qualities, white marble like the Calacatta marble, statuary marble, and Carrara marble are the three most precious varieties of Marble found in Italy that will highlight your kitchen spaces and surfaces in a unique way and create a very valuable and elegant place. The white marble surface will turn your kitchen into a refined and expensive environment.

 

 

6. How to clean marble countertops?

 

is a beautiful, elegant stone that brings a sense of luxury to any room. It is a delicate and noble stone because it is made of limestone, which makes it very sensitive to acids such as fruit acids, wine, or strong detergents. The Marble is used to cover kitchen surfaces, floors, and other surfaces. Marble surfaces do need maintenance and to prevent damage and keep them looking their best, you need to understand how to clean them. To clean the counter, use a squeegee with Scotch-Barite Greener Clean (a non-scratch scrubbing sponge) and natural stone cleaner because they are less likely to damage the Marble, and squeeze out excess water as you go. And to prevent streaks, then, using a damp cloth, wipe the area clean and remove any remaining residue.

 

 

7. Are marble stains permanent?

 

Stains can be removed from Marble using a method called a poultice. This procedure draws the stain from the stone. Poultice Paste is placed on the stain, covered well with plastic wrap, and secured with tape in such a way as to cut off the air supply. The plastic wrap cover remains for 24-72 hours. Until the pulp dries completely, remove the dried wrapper with a piece of wood, and then wash the area with water and clean it with a stone cleaner.

 

 

8. Does marble need to be sealed?

 

By protecting your Marble with an expert preparation for marble maintenance, you not only extend the life of your Marble or kitchen table in the living room but also protect it from unsightly stains. Marble Sealing is highly recommended because marble is a natural material with micro-pores, which means that any liquids that come into contact with the surface tend to penetrate deep into the stone. This may cause discoloration and staining. Marble Sealing effectively reduces the absorption capacity of the stone and guarantees the original appearance of the marble throughout its life.