Things to know about Marble
A recrystallized limestone that formed when the limestone softened from heat and pressure
and recrystallized into marble where mineral change occurred. The main consistency is calcium
and dolomite. Ranges in many colors and is usually heavily veined and shows lots of grains.
Hardness rates from 2.5 to 5 on the MOH Scale.
Quick Facts
- Usually an ideal surface for bathroom applications
- Is somewhat softer than granite
- Needs to be cared for as you would a fine wood surface.
- Marble is especially susceptible to damage from citric acids, alcohols and oils.
- We recommend that a penetrating sealant be applied on a twice-yearly basis to help protect the marble from damage.
How Marble is produced?
Marble is what's known as a metamorphic rock. It was once limestone, but over time,
with the combination of heat and pressure caused the limestone to re-crystallize. During this
stage is often when foreign substances entered the stone creating a wide range of colors,
textures, and veining.
