Noir Française Marble

Origin: Laurens, Bédarieux, Béziers, Département de l’Hérault, France

Type: Natural metamorphic marble

Appearance: Noir Française Marble is a luxurious French marble with a deep, uniform black background adorned with elegant white or golden veining. This striking contrast evokes imagery of a starlit night sky, making it a favorite choice for refined and dramatic interior designs. The veins can appear in fine, delicate lines or bold streaks, giving each slab a unique, sophisticated character.

Texture & Pattern

Grain Size: Fine crystalline

Pattern: Predominantly dark black field with irregular, contrasting white or golden veining

Lustre: High natural shine when polished

Feel: Smooth and cool under honed or polished finishes

Physical & Mechanical Properties

• Water Absorption: 0.10% by weight
• Density: 2700 kg/m³
• Flexural Strength: 13.8 MPa
• Compressive Strength: 127 MPa
• Hardness (Mohs): ~3–4

Chemical Composition (% by weight)

• CaCO₃ (Calcium Carbonate): ~96%
• SiO₂ (Silica): ~1%
• Al₂O₃ (Alumina): ~0.5%
• Fe₂O₃ (Iron Oxide): ~0.5%
• MgCO₃ (Magnesium Carbonate): ~1%
• Others & Trace Elements: ~1%

Mineral Composition (% by weight)

• Calcite: ~95–97%
• Quartz: ~1%
• Accessory Minerals (e.g., micas, oxides): ~2–3%

Common Uses

• Luxury interior flooring and wall cladding
• Bathroom and spa interiors
• Countertops, vanity tops, and bar tops
• Feature walls and decorative panels
• Fireplaces and mantelpieces
• High-end furniture inlays

Maintenance

• Cleaning: Use pH-neutral stone cleaner with a soft cloth or mop
• Sealing: Apply a penetrating sealer once a year to protect against staining
• Avoid: Acidic cleaners (vinegar, citrus, wine) that can etch the surface
• Polish Maintenance: Re-polish periodically to restore high-gloss appearance

Cutting Sizes (cm)

• Slabs: 240–320 × 120–200 cm
• Tiles: Commonly 30 × 30, 30 × 60, 60 × 60, 60 × 120 cm
• Custom Cut-to-Size: Available for bespoke design applications

Surface Finish Options

• Polished: High-gloss finish to enhance the depth of black and highlight the veining
• Honed: Smooth, matte surface for a softer, contemporary appearance
• Brushed / Leathered: Subtle texture with reduced reflection
• Antiqued: Soft aged look suitable for traditional or rustic spaces