Foreword

Varieties that border on shades of gray reduce the commercial value of the material. Stone material of all three types is available.

All the many varieties of marble have a special charm. In addition to external power and long service life, this material attracts with its variety of colors and textures. White marble surprises with its purity. This deep white color is no longer found in any other natural stone on the planet.

Varieties of white marble

Examining white marble, the photo shows that it can have different types:

• The structure of the stone can be homogeneous with barely noticeable intermittent veins of a yellowish or grayish tint on a white background;
• With a characteristic breccia pattern. Separate figures are arranged in cleavage orientation;
• On the whitish main background, streaks of gray, yellow and pinkish appear. In this case, the general background can vary from pure white to light gray.

The texture of white marble determines the variety

Varieties that border on shades of gray reduce the commercial value of the material. Stone material of all three types is available. In limited quantities, only high quality stones are found, completely white or slightly yellowish. Considering such white marble, its texture is represented by a complex pattern with a certain orientation in space.

White marble stone production

The main manufacturer of all white marble representatives is Italy. It is followed by Turkey, Greece and the United States. Smaller volumes are mined in Romania, Spain and Bulgaria. White marble, a stone similar to samples from Italy, is also found in Russia. Also, the stone is mined in Mexico, Namibia, Brazil, India, the Philippines and Malaysia.

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White marble processing and products

Despite its strength, the material is easy to handle. To do this, use cutters, saws and drills, without fear that the stone will split. Due to the fine-grained homogeneous structure, even fine threads are possible on it. And the final polishing gives the finished product a mirror-like shine. For plastic and sculpting, there is no more perfect material than white marble. After all, only this stone surprisingly combines strength and tenderness.

Today, sculptors mainly use white stone, although in ancient times a variety of color variations were used for this.

Varieties of white marble are more commonly used for exterior and interior cladding of a building. Less often, but still you can find them as pavement flooring. Coarse and medium-grained species are not recommended for arranging pavements and floors. As a rule, the marble surface is polished, but it is more advisable to perform a fine grinding. Another processing method is acceptable for coarse and medium-grained varieties. Almost all marble varieties are unstable to atmospheric pollution, especially in conditions of temperature fluctuations or high humidity.

White marble contains almost no impurities, which determines its homogeneity. The fine-grained stone used in sculpture is valued more than others.

White marble is considered a capricious stone due to its structure, which is prone to yellowing and staining. It should be used with caution when cladding a facade. The physical and technical characteristics of the material allow it to easily endure frost and damage, but after a while, the surface can lose its shine and beauty and, conversely, acquire yellow spots.

Most often, such products are made from white marble:

Window sills

bar counters

countertops.

Very often, they refuse to use a white stone, arguing that it is easily soiled, and caring for it is difficult. Despite this, white stone is a kind of standard among other marbles. With its high artistic decorativeness, it is very popular among designers and architects. Another advantage of natural stone is its property to be in good harmony with other materials of any color. The stone fits perfectly into premises with a large footage, where it emphasizes the refined taste of the owners.

Most often, columns, steps, stairs, fireplaces and the facade of a building are trimmed with white marble. The best rooms in the St. Petersburg Hermitage are faced with this stone. Despite the long service life, time has not left its mark on the marble surface and it still emphasizes the luxury and aristocracy of the rooms.

A combination with natural wood is considered to be successful, thereby achieving the comfort and sophistication of the room. Marble window sills are very popular, emitting a unique shine and gloss.

White-beige marble

White-beige marble is a variety with a whitish main background with characteristic numerous veins and blotches of a beige shade with blurred edges and edges.

The largest deposits of beige stone are found in Namibia, where it is mined on an industrial scale. However, on the world market, its volumes are extremely insignificant, which determines the high price of the material. The monolithic blocks that are mined come in a variety of sizes, from small to huge. As a rule, the main area of ​​application of the beige material is interior decoration of premises.

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Origin of name.

Slabs (Slab) - literal translation from English - plate, plate, bar, piece, slab, etc. In fact, the term has taken root in the mining industry, and refers to a large flat slab or slab made from a piece of natural marble, granite, etc. A wide variety of products made of natural stone, including slabs of marble, have been and remain very popular, fashionable and stylish elements for interior and exterior decoration. The unique beauty of marble slabs lies in the inimitable beauty of the pattern and the varied color palette. Sorry, it is impossible to find two exactly the same slabs made of marble. This means that the use of slabs will definitely make your premises, or the exterior decoration of the building, unique and inimitable. The best finishing materials in this group are marble slabs from Italy.

Application area.

As a rule, workpieces are produced in the following dimensions: length - up to 3.3 meters, width - up to 2.4 meters. Plate thickness 20 or 30mm. At the same time, most companies are ready to fulfill an individual order, taking into account the dimensions provided by the customer. Slabs of marble are most widely used as flat finishing materials. The blanks are used to make: - tabletops, - window sills, - bar counters, - tables in halls, living rooms, offices, - stair steps. In addition, the material has found application in the decoration of fireplaces, various decorative elements, wall cladding of facades and interior design of premises. Floors laid with marble slabs look magnificent and sophisticated.

Material advantages.

Marble slabs from Italy - the highest quality stone, successfully combines natural beauty, strength and the possibility of further processing. Real stone-makers are capable of creating real masterpieces from marble - objects of high art and incredible beauty. The physical properties of the material determine resistance to temperature extremes, high levels of humidity, protection of facades from solar ultraviolet radiation and other adverse external conditions. The low wear rate of marble allows it to be successfully used in places with a high level of traffic. Marble looks equally impressive on the floor, walls, ceiling and columns, and is an excellent interior decoration.

The best samples.

Depending on the deposit, marble slabs have their own characteristics and differences. Each known deposit provides an opportunity to see a unique stone. Depending on the conditions for the formation of marble deposits, as well as the composition of the mineral, the presence and percentage of various impurities, a unique, special type of marble is obtained, characteristic only of this area. Even weather conditions, temperature extremes, heat and frost, high humidity - all affect the composition of the mineral and the quality of the plates made. Slabs from Italy are in high demand among craftsmen and designers. It is on the Apennine Peninsula that ideal weather conditions have been created, contributing to the formation of a stone of unique beauty and quality.

Output.

Slabs made of marble are a popular finishing material characterized by high strength, beauty and durability. Application as a finishing material successfully combines the classic rich style of palaces and castles and expresses the individuality of the owner of a house or apartment. The variety of colors and shades, the richness of the textured surface allows designers - decorators to find more and more new places of application and successful stylish design of both external facades, territories, and internal premises in private houses, offices and apartments.

Effective and original, flexible in processing and practical, natural marble is held in high esteem by designers. It is almost universal when it comes to interior cladding and decor. The special characteristics of the stone allow it to be used in a variety of design projects. You can buy marble in slabs or slabs from the Masteroff company. It is also possible to order any marble product in our workshop for an individual order. We will provide the highest quality products and the level of service. We offer a wide range of stones from the most famous deposits in the world. In the catalog you will find the famous Italian marble, stone of European, Turkish, Chinese production. Our company does not use the services of third parties. We supply marble directly from the quarries and process marble slabs in our workshops.

Assorted natural marble

You can buy marble at Masteroff for different purposes, from wall and floor cladding to the manufacture of various marble products - exclusive decor items. We offer high quality stone. The latter is due to the method of extraction of marble, the technology of processing the material. The stone presented in the Masteroff catalog is different:

1. Exceptional strength within the technical characteristics of the rock, excellent ductility. Detailed figures can be carved from the stone. Drawing a pattern on the slabs is also not difficult.
2. A variety of colors, shades, patterns. Marble contains various natural inclusions. This determines the originality of the material, makes its beauty unique.
3. Exclusivity. Each slab is a unique texture, a combination of pattern elements and shades.
4. Stability. All products are carefully checked by Masteroff experts. We sell high quality marble without hidden rock defects.
5. Adequate value. The price of marble is determined by the type of rock, type of product.

You can buy marble of various colors and shades from us.

Marble price

Marble is an expensive material, but it is literally worth it. The stone allows you to create an exclusive finish, interior items, decorative items. The high price of marble is primarily due to the specifics of its production. Simple options are used less and less. The use of special equipment increases the cost of production. But on the other hand, this allows us to guarantee the high quality of the material. This means that marble in the process of processing will give a minimum amount of waste. The cost of a stone also depends on a number of other factors. Play a role:

• The color of the breed. Unusual, original colors are a sign of an expensive material.
• Physical characteristics of the stone. The more durable the marble, the more expensive it will cost to the buyer.
• Place of extraction and processing. The way of developing a quarry, the specifics of transportation, the sawing and cutting technologies used, the cost of labor - all this is reflected in the price of natural stone.
• Marble brand. Stones are classic, little-known, untwisted. A prime example of the latter is the world famous Carrara marble.
• Material handling. In the Masteroff company you can order polished, polished, bush hammered, artificially aged marble.

For those wishing to buy marble in Moscow, as a rule, the question of the price of material and services for its processing, delivery, installation, etc. is relevant. Practice shows: the most profitable for the buyer is cooperation with a full-cycle stone processing enterprise.

A natural stone, a rock formed by a long process of transformation of crystals of limestone and dolomite. If we translate this name from Latin into Russian, we get the definition of "shiny stone". And this is no coincidence: marble attracted the eyes of ancient Greek sculptors precisely with its magnificent brilliance. It shimmered even in the dark. Soon it began to be used for the manufacture of interior items, sculptures, and monuments. One of the varieties of this amazing stone, which is most often used for interior decoration, is white marble.

Features and Benefits of White Marble

The main advantages and characteristics of white marble can be described as follows:

• If the stone is of a high quality solid rock, this provides long service life items made from it. It was found that the initial signs of wear and tear begin to appear after 100 years or more.
• White marble and other varieties of this breed give in very well - if the marble is strong, pliable and has a certain degree of viscosity.
• Plasticity of material and his strength make it possible to manufacture products, the shape of which is very complex, and when grinding and polishing the stone more clearly shows its natural patterns and texture.
• White marble has highly waterproof ... This allows them to cover rooms with a high level of humidity: bathrooms, swimming pools, baths, fountains.
• This breed is so versatile that it is it that is most often used for large finishes and facings: majestic columns, stairs, and wall panels are made of marble.
• Stone not only environmentally friendly and safe but also very useful for any premises ... Due to its porous structure, it “breathes” and creates a microclimate favorable for human health.
• White marble matches perfectly with other materials - wood, other species, metal. It also fits perfectly into different styles and interiors - baroque, traditional and neo-classicism, as well as modern solutions in the form of minimalism and hi-tech.

With all the undoubted advantages, this type of marble is especially susceptible to weather and climatic influences. Sometimes spots appear on it and a yellow tint appears.

What is white marble, where is it mined and produced?

Many people think that there is only one shade of white marble, but this is far from the case. The color and its shades are largely influenced by the place where the material was found, as well as other substances (impurities) that make up the stone in addition to the main ones.

Bizarre and amazing designs are formed thanks to the crystal structure of the stone. It can have a homogeneous structure with veins that are hardly noticeable against the general background. The color of the veins is grayish, which looks especially expressive on a white background. There is also a white or grayish background with multi-colored stripes - yellow and even pinkish.

One of the special varieties of this type of marble is the stone, which has a white-beige color. Its background itself is whitish with a cream shade, and the blotches, specks and veins are beige, without clear boundaries. A white-beige type of marble is mined in Namibia, and in very large quantities. However, the world market does not abound in it, and it is for this reason that it is so expensive and rare.

Italy is the main production site for all types of white marble. It is also found in the USA, Greece and Turkey. In Russia, white marble is also found, and its samples are very similar to Italian ones.

How white marble is processed

Cutters of various sizes, marble drills and saws are used for processing white marble. You should not be afraid that it will collapse: its strength is provided by a finely dispersed homogeneous structure. It was thanks to her that such art as fine marble carving became possible. The combination of strength, pliability and unique color with its various shades have made this material a favorite among sculptors and master decorators.

The surface of the material is usually up to its characteristic gloss, but fine sanding is the most preferred treatment. The material, which has a uniform white color, contains a minimum amount of impurities, therefore it is he who is most often used for the manufacture of sculptures.

Unfortunately, the "capriciousness" of white marble is also due to its delicate color and fine structure, which is prone to yellowing. It tolerates cold weather well, but later color changes may appear, which are rather difficult to remove from the surface. However, despite these shortcomings, the stone of this color has no competitors: it still holds the brand of ideal among other facing and sculptural materials. It is no coincidence that the best rooms in the Hermitage in St. Petersburg are decorated with marble.

White marble in interior design

There are basic rules established by professionals that will help you use marble competently and as tastefully as possible:

1. If this stone is used in the interior, there should not be too much of it.
2. Since white visually enhances any space, its use in small rooms is especially recommended.
3. As for the cladding items, it is better to dwell on the classics, without getting carried away with ornate patterns.

The floor and walls are not often marbled because it is very expensive. Most often, natural stone is used for partial wall decoration, or they highlight the most important part for them when zoning rooms. Tiles made of white marble, laid down, very quickly get dirty and lose their original shine.

If a person has the opportunity, experts recommend decorating bathrooms with white marble: here white marble will look natural and harmonious.

Marble stairs have long become a kind of "living" legend. Since ancient times, they testified to the wealth of the owner and his excellent taste. It is clear that the cost of such material, including work, will not be cheap. But if you compare the installation technology with installation work, for example, a wooden staircase - one made of marble will cost almost the same amount. In addition, compared to natural wood, marble is much more durable and wear-resistant material ... Such a staircase will never squeak to irritate its owner, bugs will not start in it, and it will not rot after a certain number of years.

If there is a serious intention to install a marble staircase in a house or other room, it is important to keep in mind that fine-grained types of stone are most suitable for its manufacture - they are both elastic and durable. In addition, marble weighs a lot, which requires a particularly strong and reliable base for the stairs.

Window sills made of white marble bring completely new notes to the interior of the room. It becomes chic, solemn and original. Such a window sill will perfectly fit into a large room, and even a small kitchen, given the variety of shapes and sizes of products. As for marble fireplaces, for a long time their presence in the house meant sophistication and comfort, and the unique pattern of the stone gives each of them its own unique beauty.

Since work on marble has its own characteristics and subtleties, many of which are known only to professionals, it would be best to entrust the installation of stairs, fireplaces and other interior elements to experienced craftsmen.

How to care for white marble

Over time, smudges and stains may appear on white marble products. The color may also change. It depends on what quality the material was originally and whether there were any violations in the technology of setting the stone.

Common reasons why the appearance of marble deteriorates can be summarized as follows:

• seams and joints are insufficiently waterproofed;
• the used one turned out to be of poor quality;
• technical errors were made during installation.

If you take care of marble correctly, this will ensure the longest possible preservation of its original appearance. If you regularly apply a protective coating of natural wax to the surface, it will repel dust and dirt particles from the stone. Wet cleaning in a room with marble products should be carried out regularly, and dirt should be removed with the help of compositions intended for the care of stones of natural origin. White marble should not be cleaned with ordinary abrasive powders; it is important to ensure that there are no acids in the composition of this or that product.

If there are marble windowsills and tables in the room, avoid spilling liquids on them. If this does happen, the liquid must be immediately removed with a dry cloth, and the surface must be treated with a special stone cleaner. White spirit can be used to remove greasy stains. A door mat in the corridor will also not be superfluous: it will protect against street dirt and sand.

White marble is a wonderful natural stone. Products made from it will never go out of fashion and will always delight people of different ages and generations with their splendor - because of the pristine natural beauty and the uniqueness of the texture of natural stone. Proper care and careful handling will ensure maximum durability of your marble products, many of which are rightfully called true works of art.

Noble white marble is one of the most revered finishing stones. It is used in , bathrooms, kitchens, terraces and lounges. They make tables, fireplaces from it, cover floors with it with and without heating. In ancient times, varieties of white marble were used as a building material and raw material for decorative items and sculptures, interior and exterior decoration. In our geographic latitudes, stone is used mainly inside buildings.

White marble for interior decoration

Marble is the result of recrystallization of calcite or dolomite, which in their pure form do not differ in a variety of colors. Calcite is transparent and dolomite is white. However, perfect white marble will buy b as difficult as finding it in nature. Depending on the conditions in which the metamorphoses of rocks took place, which led to the formation of a "shiny stone", its structure was enriched with colored blotches, stripes, and the shade changed. Each of the deposits of white marble boasts the special decorative qualities of its stone, which makes it stand out from others.

Names and country of origin of white marble

Bianco carrara	Bianco Carara	Italy
Thassos	Thassos	Greece
Sivec	Sivek	Greece
Bianco Perlino	Bianco Perlino	Italy
Palisandro	Palisandro	Italy
Statuario	Statuario	Italy
Calacatta	Kalacata	Italy
Arabescato	Arabescato	Italy
Royal white	Royal White	Turkey
Bianco neve	Bianco Neve	China
Crystal white	Crystal white	Vietnam
Volakas	Volokas	Greece
Absolut white	Absolute White	China
Milas	Milas	Turkey
Namibian white	Namibian White	Africa
Areti	Areti	Greece
Nestos	Nestos	Greece
Koelga	Koelga	Russia
Polockiy	Polotsk	Russia
Moogla white	Moogle White	Turkey

More details

The well-known Bianco Carrara marble is quarried at the foot of the Apuan Alps. It was from him that Michelangelo carved his David. Currently, Bianco Carrara is gaining more and more popularity among designers. The light gray stone has an expressive structure and perfectly accepts polishing. Its glossy surface is refined and elegant.

The crisp structural lines make the Italian white Arabescato Corchia and Calacatta marbles stand out from the rest. Both stones look extraordinarily luxurious and prestigious. In addition, these types of marble are distinguished by their high density and strength, good moisture resistance and frost resistance. They are perfect for treating walls and floors, including in damp rooms, making indoor staircases in cottages, countertops and window sills. Statuario is no less durable - graceful white marble with dark gray veins.

Such types of noble finishing stones as White Salt, Caliza Capri, Bianco Sivec, Blanco Thassos will help to create an elegant calm interior. Each of them has individual properties and has its own characteristics that affect the scope of their application. The consultation of our specialists will help you to decide on the choice, who have at their disposal comprehensive information about the characteristics of the products offered. wholesale marble then call us. We will find an approach to any client.

Care features

Natural white marble has a characteristic porosity and is therefore susceptible to dirt. To avoid stains, you should immediately wipe up liquids spilled on the surface and use various coasters for glasses and plates, if it is, for example, a table. In addition, polished stone can be treated with a special colorless impregnation that creates a protective layer. As a rule, the impregnating layer wears out over time and needs to be renewed.

As a daily care, white marble is washed with warm water and wiped dry with a soft cloth. You can add a little mild detergent to the wash water once or twice a year.

Special cleaning is necessary if the glossy polished surface has acquired a matte finish. It is better to invite specialists for this procedure. They will determine the degree of pollution or damage to the surface and suggest a method for restoring the beauty of the stone - cleaning, polishing, impregnation. At Stonecut you can buy white marble and order a maintenance service for it.

To remove stains that could not be avoided, there are special products. As a first aid, you can use the following tips:

Stains of coffee, tea and newspaper ink are removed with a 20% aqueous solution of ordinary hydrogen peroxide with the addition of a few drops of ammonia.

Greasy stains from oils or creams should be quickly sprinkled with any grease-absorbing powder. It can be chalk, flour, etc. After a few minutes, rinse off the powder and apply a fresh, more voluminous portion and leave for a day.

Rust on white marble can occur if metal objects are constantly on top of it. Such stains should be cleaned with special rust removers, but do not leave them on the surface for too long, as acids can damage it ..