Calacatta Aureo Hexagon 12x12 Polished/Honed Marble Mosaic 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 Italian Calacatta Aureo marble, acclaimed for its luminous white backdrop and dramatic gold-gray veining—a hallmark of luxurious and timeless interiors. 
• Finish: Offered in both Polished for a gleaming, reflective look, or Honed for a soft, texture-rich appearance.
• Size Available: 12″ × 12″ mesh-mounted sheets, covering approximately 1 sq ft each—ideal for efficient installation and pattern continuity.
• Thickness: Approximately 3/8″ (≈ 10 mm), providing a robust, stone-quality profile. 
• Application Ideas: Perfect for enhancing kitchen backsplashes, bathroom walls, shower features, vanity accents, and refined flooring in both residential and upscale commercial interiors.
• Style: Classic hexagon, marble geometry, elegant veining, architectural detail, polished luxury.

Key Features

• Architectural Hexagon Geometry: The six-sided shape adds visual intrigue and elegant structure, offering a design that feels both structured and organic.
• Iconic Calacatta Veining: Each tile reflects the unique marble’s rich veins, imparting warmth, vibrancy, and opulent character. 
• Effortless Layout: Mesh-mounted for ease of alignment and consistent pattern execution, creating seamless transitions with minimal grout visibility.

Care & Maintenance

• Installation Tips: Dry-fit mosaic sheets for pattern consistency. Use a white thinset mortar to preserve veining clarity, with a fine 1/16″ grout joint for elegant definition. 
• Sealing: Apply a breathable stone sealer both before and after grouting to shield the marble from moisture and staining.
• Cleaning: Use pH-neutral cleaners and gentle cloths; avoid acidic or abrasive agents that can dull or damage the marble surface. 
• Natural Variation: Expect inherent differences in veining and shading—these add depth, authenticity, and character to every installation. Inspect sheets before setting. 
  
  

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.