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Marble Blocks, Slabs and Veining: What Buyers Should Know

How marble is extracted, why veining varies and how to approve it before ordering.

Marble is a metamorphic stone prized for its veining and soft appearance. No two blocks are the same, so selection is part of buying marble.

From block to slab

Marble is extracted in blocks, which are cut into slabs and then processed into tiles or custom sizes. Colour and veining can change from one block to the next.

Variation is normal

Veins, tone and small natural marks are characteristics of the stone. Agree how much variation is acceptable, and approve samples or photographs of the actual material.

Care

Marble can be etched by acids and scratched more easily than granite. Sealing and suitable cleaning products help maintain its appearance.

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