New Picasso Marble

• Origin: Quarried in China
• Type: Metamorphic Marble
• Available in: Slabs, Tiles, Cut-to-size
• Standard Thickness: 2 cm, 3 cm

Aesthetic Description

Color & Background: New Picasso Marble features a greyish semi-white background that gives the stone a calm, sophisticated base tone. The background leans between cool bluish shades and soft gray-whites, providing a neutral yet richly elegant palette suitable for contemporary and classic spaces alike.

Veining & Pattern: What defines New Picasso Marble is its flowy, painterly veining — reminiscent of abstract art, hence the name.

The veins range in color from: Bright white, adding luminous streaks, Darker gray or charcoal, creating contrast and depth, Ice blue or bluish-gray, which introduces a refreshing cool tone. These veins are often wavy, flowing like brushstrokes or fluid lines across the surface. The result is a highly artistic, almost dreamlike texture, ideal for statement pieces or refined spaces.

Texture: The texture is fine-grained and smooth in polished and honed finishes, with natural movement due to the layered mineral veining.

Physical & Mechanical Properties

• Density : 2.70 – 2.74 g/cm³
• Water Absorption (Porosity) : ≤ 0.30%
• Compressive Strength : 85 – 100 MPa
• Flexural Strength : 10 – 16 MPa
• Mohs Hardness : 3 – 4
• Slip Resistance (R-Rating) : Polished: R9 - Honed/Brushed: R10 – R11
• Frost Resistance : Moderate to Good (depends on finish)

Chemical & Mineral Composition (% by weight)

• Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃) : 90 – 94%
• Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO₃) : 1 – 2%
• Quartz (SiO₂) : 2 – 3%
• Mica & Chlorite : 1 – 2%
• Iron Oxides (Fe₂O₃) : < 1%
• Others (Alumina, etc.) : Trace

Surface Finish Options

• Polished : High gloss, enhances color and veining; suitable for interiors
• Honed : Smooth matte, elegant and slip-resistant
• Brushed : Textured with a soft sheen, aged appearance
• Leathered : Satin-like finish with light texture, ideal for countertops
• Sandblasted : Non-slip, grainy texture, ideal for outdoor use
• Tumbled : Antique look with softened edges, suitable for rustic styles

Available Sizes (cm)

• Tiles: 30x30, 30x60, 40x40, 60x60, 60x120
• Slabs: 120x240, 160x260, 160x280+ (custom cut-to-size available)
• Thickness: 2 cm (standard), 3 cm (optional)

Recommended Applications

• Interior flooring and wall cladding
• Bathroom vanities, shower walls, and tub surrounds
• Kitchen countertops and backsplashes (sealed)
• Feature walls, fireplace surrounds
• Reception desks, hotel lobbies, high-end retail interiors
• Outdoor facades (honed or brushed finish)

Maintenance & Care

• Sealing: Recommended upon installation and periodically (especially in wet or high-use areas)
• Cleaning: Use pH-neutral stone cleaners; avoid acidic or abrasive products
• Repairs: Minor scratches or dullness can be repolished
• Avoid: Oils, wines, acidic cleaners which may etch unsealed surfaces

Cutting & Fabrication Notes

• Should be cut using diamond blades
• Edge profiles: Straight, Bullnose, Beveled, Ogee
• Suitable for CNC carving and inlays