Types of marble stone
Interior solutions for mountain marble are based on the use of decorative characteristics of the material: color shade, surface texture and, of course, strength.
For marble, the color characteristics and pattern of the stone come to the fore. Depending on the color palette, the following types of marble are distinguished: white, gray, black, green, blue and even silver-lunar.
This difference in color shades is obtained due to the admixtures of minerals that make up the marble rocks. As an example, we propose to consider the most characteristic color characteristics of the stone.
Marble with veins Source yandex.net
White
Ideal for creating various sculptures, figurines, candlesticks and other decorative items. White marble contains virtually no admixtures of other minerals, and is considered the standard of marble rock.
In nature, there are stones with small veins of various colors, which, when sawed, give a natural, unique pattern. White marble in the interior of the living room gives a special asceticism, characteristic of design in the minimalist style.
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Grey
Polished marble with a rich color palette in gray tones and various inclusions is the most favorite type of finishing material among designers.
An inexpressive gray background allows you to advantageously highlight the beauty of the vein patterns and texture of the stone.
A marble bathroom made of polished gray marble emphasizes the dazzling beauty of snow-white sanitary ware and the shine of chrome taps, towel holders, and coat hooks.
Gray marble Source keramkrasnodar.ru
To dilute the monotony of the interior, accessories in red shades are added. This could be an insert made of ceramic tiles, towels, or a floor mat.
Black
The dark shade gives the stone a high content of graphite or natural bitumen. The most valuable is black marble stone with golden veins and interspersed with gold.
Black marble in the interior is the height of sophistication and sophistication. And if iron sulfate predominates in the composition of marble rock, then the stone acquires a bluish tint.
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Blue
This type of marble is considered the rarest type of mineral. The impurities of blue dioxide give the stone an unusual hue. Color intensity: from blue to dark purple, directly depends on the concentration of this impurity.
Due to its amazing colors, blue marble is used in the interior as the dominant one, or with its help, accent color spots are created, emphasizing the unique unusualness of the composition.
Blue marble Source dvkeramik.ru
Other shades
In green marble, the color is given by impurities of iron-containing silicates, and in red marble - by iron oxides.
Green marble Source yandex.net
Red marble Source mircamnya.ru
Red marble Source yandex.net
Brown marble Source shtab-kvartira.com
Regardless of the color shade, marble, like all natural stones, has a unique energy and natural uniqueness. Interior compositions using this noble material always have a stylish, sophisticated look and give the room respectability and uniqueness.
Due to its unique pattern, pleasant texture, variety of color shades and halftones, marble stone organically complements the modern interior, emphasizing the exclusivity of the room design.
Marble adds exclusivity to the interior Source www.optomtile.ru
Marble and interior styles
Marble stone is considered a universal finishing material, suitable for any design of a city apartment or country house. Due to natural sophistication and gloss, unique compositions are created, filled with play of color shades and halftones.
Marble fits into any interior composition, from the ultra-modern high-tech style, diluting the strict realm of glass and concrete, to the romantic Empire style and elegant Rococo.
Hi-tech marble Source ds-marble.ru
Marble in loft style Source home-designing.com
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Baroque marble Source yandex.net
Marble in Art Deco Source addawards.ru
Practical use of marble in the interior
The practical use of marble can be considered using specific examples, where natural marble looks most advantageous against the background of modern design.
Kitchen
In the kitchen space, marble stone will be an excellent choice for decorating the work surface. Marble glossy countertops, kitchen decorative aprons, window sills, hanging decorative shelves, wall panels in the dining area look elegant and presentable.
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Kitchen apron made of marble Source dizain.guru
Kitchen countertop and marble floor Source pinimg.com
The combination of marble and wood from which the kitchen furniture is made emphasizes the natural beauty of these natural materials and recalls their common natural origin.
Combination with wood Source pinimg.com
In addition to the external unique beauty and high quality, the durability of marble surfaces should be noted. With proper care, marble cladding retains its pristine beauty for many decades.
Durability of cladding Source unusual-design.ru
Marble wall Source oselya.ua
You can often find polished marble floors in kitchen areas. In a classic style or modern modern interior, such flooring organically fits into the overall concept of the chosen interior direction.
Marble covering Source vash-vybor.info
When using marble in the kitchen, you should not forget about the main functional purpose of the kitchen - it is a room for preparing food, and therefore the issue of caring for the marble coating becomes the most pressing.
Typically, marble products are treated with special means to protect them from premature abrasion and external influences. They are made from environmentally friendly materials and are absolutely harmless to humans.
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Process: from quarry to interior
Marble mining is a much more amazing process than is commonly believed. After clearing the area around the quarry, direct mining is carried out using huge diamond chain saws that cut the rock. First into huge blocks, then into cubes measuring approximately 2 by 2 meters. Cast wire ropes and diamond cutting are also used.
In interior design, we most often see polished marble, already with a glossy shine. Polishing can be carried out both in production and on site to avoid damage during transportation. Sometimes they polish even after installation.
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Bathroom
Natural stone marble is used for cladding wall surfaces and as flooring. Due to the velvety texture and glossy shine of polished marble, a refined, noble atmosphere is created in the room, and the color tints of delicate pastel tones visually expand the boundaries of the room.
Marble and mosaic Source tildacdn.com
Typically, one type of marble stone is used to decorate a bathroom. In this case, to dilute the boring monotony, various methods of laying stone on the walls are used: marble slabs are laid using the French herringbone method in the form of a mosaic covering, or simply change the directions of the pattern and design of the tiles.
The relief surface of the wall dilutes the monotony Source agoda.net
The latest fashion trends in creating stylish interiors allow deviations from generally accepted canons and suggest using marble stones that match the tone in the decoration of bathrooms, for example, the walls are finished with beige marble with brown veins, and the flooring is made of marble in brown tones.
Combination of marble in a bathroom interior Source deezme.ru/
From a practical point of view, the best choice for cladding bathroom walls would be white marble or a light gray shade - traces of moisture droplets are not visible on such a surface, which means there is no need to constantly clean the walls.
To fully reveal the natural beauty of the marble coating, designers recommend finishing the entire bathroom wall, preferably the front wall, with marble.
Marble wall Source www.catalina.ru
Black marble - application
Black color is a sign of discreet luxury and nobility. The use of this color in the interior reveals the owner as a strong person who knows how to create. In order to create a feeling of strength and nobility in a room, designers use black for zoning or to highlight something important.
Marble is the ideal material for giving any room a unique style and discreet chic. Black marble has been used for many years to cover walls and floors, staircases and facades in the most famous houses and palaces.
Material texture
Due to the fact that black is a classic color, it harmonizes with almost any shade. This makes the material universal, in terms of compatibility with other colors in the interior. It not only fits well into the interior, made in any color scheme, but also helps it sparkle with new colors.
Marble is characterized by a recognizable texture: the presence of thin veins throughout the entire area of the canvas. The most common variant of black stone is considered to be a combination of the main color and light gray, sometimes white veins. Red or brown blotches are less common.
Using black marble in the interior
The cost of marble is in the “above average” segment. This is explained by the fact that the number of deposits of the material is limited. Its extraction is a rather complex process and requires large financial investments. Therefore, this natural stone is not available to every consumer. But those who have the opportunity to decorate the premises of their home with this noble stone will forever “fall in love” with it.
Most often in interior decoration, marble is used for cladding walls and floors. Also, black stone often decorates bathrooms and restrooms. It is used to make plumbing fixtures, countertops and other interior parts. It is not recommended to use marble for kitchen surfaces.
Due to its high hygroscopicity, it instantly absorbs fat that falls on it. This leads to stains that are almost impossible to remove.
Caring for a precious stone
Marble is quite “capricious” in care and use. It does not tolerate hard materials or contact with abrasives. To clean surfaces, it is necessary to use special products with a gentle composition intended for natural stone.
Simply removing dust and stains on a marble surface is not enough. In order for the original appearance of the stone to please the owners for as long as possible, it is necessary to periodically apply protective impregnations and treat the slabs with wax. This measure will protect interior parts from the negative effects of oils, acids and alkalis. As for kitchen surfaces made of marble, they need to be polished periodically in order to remove minor scratches and damage. The same rule applies to floors.
As for operation, marble does not tolerate contact with substances with a high level of acidity. These substances include vinegar of various origins, natural juices and wines. Also, natural stone is not the best choice for cladding exterior surfaces that are in direct contact with the environment. It is not resistant to high humidity, precipitation and direct exposure to ultraviolet rays.
Just a few years ago, marble was a scarce material. Only a few could afford to use it in the decoration of their homes due to the high price. At the moment, the extraction and production of natural stone has moved to a new level. Thanks to this, black marble is becoming more common in interiors. They not only cover walls and floors, but also make stairs, curbs, and window sills from it.
Marble is used not only as a slab for surface cladding, but also to create a variety of design elements, such as panels.
Marble floors
Marble floors are considered the best and most expensive flooring solution. The main feature of marble coating is the universal combination of the strength characteristics of natural stone and its excellent decorative properties and aesthetic appearance.
Marble floor in the interior of the house Source artstonegroup.ru
To create floor coverings, two methods of laying marble are used:
- seamless, when the tiles are laid close to each other with virtually no seams;
- versatile - with laying marble sheets in different directions.
With the second method, marble tiles create a unique pattern and design.
Marble laying Source vik.ukr
Advantages
The main advantages of black stone:
- Without a doubt, the appearance. We have already written about it, we will only add that the more thoroughly the surface is polished, the better the finished product looks.
- Ease of processing, which allows you to make thin, carved things from it.
- Durability, especially in comparison with artificial materials. You can be sure that even a marble piece of furniture that will be used frequently will last for centuries.
- Safety. This breed has antibacterial properties and, like everything natural, does not emit harmful substances. Therefore, this is an excellent material for finishing bathrooms and kitchens.
- Prevalence. Although black marble is expensive, it is easy to find from relevant suppliers if desired. It is by no means in short supply.
- Safety. Marble does not conduct electricity, so if you are making an electric heated floor in the bathroom, you can safely cover it with marble tiles.
Unfortunately, the cost of the material can be thousands of dollars per square meter, making it unaffordable for most consumers. But those who can afford to buy this stone receive incredible aesthetic pleasure.
Combination with wood
The natural origin of natural stone and wood make it possible to effectively use marble and wood in the interior, creating harmonious and interesting interior compositions.
Tandem with wood Source pinimg.com
In the “marble + wood” tandem, the dominant accent is created by wood, and natural stone emphasizes its natural beauty. Wood miraculously softens the heaviness of marble and creates an atmosphere of warmth and comfort in the room.
Marble in a modern interior emphasizes the fashionable desire for space and minimalism. And if you combine them correctly, you can give the room an unusually stylish and harmonious look.
