When choosing to outfit your home with luxury marble slabs, most GTA homeowners will first consider the colour and style of the stone they are looking for. Long sought after for its natural shine and beauty, marble has become one of the main components synonymous with high-end, luxurious homes. The word "marble” derives from Greek origin, meaning the shining stone. Marble can range in colour from black, to white, and even rich pink colours. Marble can be honed or polished, depending on the desired finish. Honed marble incorporates a smoother finish that is more scratch-resistant than polished marble, however it must be resealed more often. Polishing marble, on the other hand, brings out the natural beauty, veining, and hues of the marble stone, giving it a glossier finish. Marble has found use in homes as one of the most elegant and luxurious building materials available today.

 

 

Marble is a type of metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals – predominantly calcite or dolomite. It forms from the metamorphism of limestone and has been used extensively as a building material for many centuries. Architects have long used marble slabs as a durable and attractive veneer on the walls and floors of public buildings. Used as a decorative building stone, marble has also found decorative and functional use in many homes as well. While marble is certainly strong enough to hold up in any space in your home, it is best used in areas that see less use or traffic. Adding marble to a formal area is a great way to ensure that the beauty of your surface will last for generations to come.

 

 

Though marble and granite are both natural stones quarried from the earth, they are still very different from one another. Marble is softer and more porous than granite, making it more susceptible to absorbing liquids, staining or scratching. Marble surfaces are more sensitive to acidic foods, juices, and alcohol. With both stone surfaces, homeowners must take the necessary precautions to preserve the beauty of their investment. This includes blotting up spills immediately rather than wiping them, which can spread the damage. Homeowners should also use heat pads and cutting boards with both surfaces; this is an absolute necessity for marble surfaces, as they are more prone to heat and scratches.

 

Marble floors and surfaces can provide elegance and sophistication to any space. There are a few local showrooms in the Toronto area where homeowners can review potential natural stone options for their home. When buying marble slabs, GTA homeowners should source their material from a reputable natural stone distributor and fabricator that they can trust. A lot of times, homeowners can live with a few etches because marble’s attractive appeal and ability to increase the value of a home outweigh the minor aesthetic concerns. Natural stone has the ability to enhance the look and feel of the space it’s in; whether in the entrance, kitchen, or bathroom, natural stone can help add appeal and value to your home.