Calacatta Aureo 12x12 Polished/Honed Marble Tile

The Calacatta Aureo Collection embodies luxury and sophistication, showcasing the timeless beauty of premium Italian marble. Featuring a luminous white background with striking gold and grey veining, this collection adds depth, warmth, and opulence to any space. Whether used for walls, floors, countertops, or feature areas, Calacatta Aureo elevates interiors with its refined elegance and enduring appeal.

Description

• Material: Premium Calacatta Aureo marble sourced from Italy, renowned for its luminous white base and dramatic gold-gray veining.
• Finish: Available in Polished for radiant clarity or Honed for a soft, matte appearance—both accentuate the marble's inherent beauty.
• Size Available: 12″ × 12″ (~1 sq ft per sheet), ideal for streamlined installation and seamless pattern integration.
• Thickness: Approx. 3/8″ (~10 mm), delivering a substantial, stone-quality profile suitable for wall and floor applications. 
• Application Ideas: Ideal for luxurious feature walls, bathroom showers, elegant bathroom or kitchen backsplashes, and design-forward flooring accents. 
• Style: Classic, architectural marble, refined geometry, luxurious veining, versatile elegance.

Key Features

• Premium Natural Marble: Sourced from Calacatta Aureo, combining elite marble quality with exceptional visual character. 
• Finish Flexibility: Choose polished for a striking, light-enhancing effect or honed for refined tactility and subtlety.
• Effortless Installation: Mesh backing ensures even spacing and layout consistency for clean, grouted surfaces.

Care & Maintenance

• Installation Guidance: Dry-fit your layout first to ensure alignment. Use white thin-set mortar to preserve marble clarity and maintain consistent grout joints (~1/16″).
• Sealing: Apply a high-quality, breathable stone sealer before and after grouting to guard against moisture, stains, and wear.
• Cleaning: Clean routinely using pH-neutral cleaners and soft cloths; avoid acidic or abrasive products that may damage the marble’s surface.
• Natural Variation: Expect subtle differences in veining and hue—these unique variations enrich the mosaic’s aesthetic impact. Inspect sheets before installation.

MATERIAL INSPECTION

Our stones are natural products. For this reason, there will be naturally occurring variations in the color, pattern, texture, and veining that may differ from what was pictured. Before you begin installation, please inspect the goods for any damage or defects such as chipped edges, broken pieces. We cannot make any adjustments or provide service after the installation has begun.

INSTALLATION

We recommend that you dry-fit your pattern first. Think about the cuts in advance and visualize the installation. Make sure that you practice laying out the pattern. This will also help you plan out the placement of the pieces, which is especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation.

To avoid affecting the color of the tile, we highly recommend using white thinset mortar. For faster installation, use a rapid curing thinset mortar.

• Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
• Grout joint should be a minimum of 1/16” and not butt set.
• Use a 3/16" or 1/4" square notch trowel when installing our marble material
• Prior to fixing the tiles in the mortar bed, use the flat side of the trowel prior to smooth down the ridges. 

GROUTING

• For all-natural stone, we suggest using non-sanded grout in order to prevent scratching.
• Before grouting, test an area to make sure the stone surface will not scratch.
• Grout joints should be packed full. Do not leave pits or voids.
• Clean excess grout as you work. Do not let it harden completely.
• Never use acids to clean grout haze.
• Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints.
• We highly recommend applying grout release prior to grouting the tile to facilitate cleaning and for protection against staining from contrasting color grouts.

SEAL

After the stone is installed and grouted, seal the stone with an appropriate high-quality breathable stone sealer. This will minimize the potential for water absorption, efflorescence, and staining. If needed, a color enhancer may be applied to bring out the true color of the stone at any time after grouting. You may choose to reseal the tile when the stone gets darker or as needed.

CUTTING

For the best results, use a wet-saw with a new, continuous rim diamond blade designed to cut marble. Do not use “turbo” or other notched blades designed for use with porcelain or ceramic: such teeth can result in a coarse cut, leading to a heavily chipped edge.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

For normal care and maintenance of stone tiles, clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap, or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth. To avoid leaving a film or causing streaks, avoid using too much cleaner or soap. When cleaning marble or limestone, do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar, or other acids. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.