Rosa Portogallo Salmonato Marble
Portugal
(Vila Viçosa, Évora)
Rosa Portogallo Salmonato Marble is a refined and elegant natural stone, cherished for its distinctive blend of creamy white and soft pink tones subtly enriched with salmon-red and orange veining. Quarried in Vila Vicosa, located in the Evora District of Portugal, this marble exudes timeless beauty and gentle warmth, making it a popular choice in both classical and contemporary interiors.
Visual Characteristics:
- Color: A unique fusion of creamy white, rosy pink, and salmon-orange tones.
- Pattern: Features a cloudy and flowing pattern, interspersed with fine to medium veins of orange, red, and salmon hues.
- Texture: Smooth, fine-grained, and elegant, with a naturally polished and luminous surface when finished.
Technical Specifications:
- Water Absorption: 0.10%
- Density (Mass per Unit Volume): 2710 kg/m³
- Flexural Strength: 15.2 – 16.9 MPa
- Compressive Strength: 60.0 – 99.0 MPa
- Abrasion Resistance: Moderate (suited for medium-traffic interiors)
- Hardness (Mohs Scale): Approx. 3–4 (typical for calcitic marbles)
Petrographic Definition & Composition:
Type: Calcitic Marble
Mineralogical Composition (% by weight):
- Calcite: ~95–97%
- Quartz & Mica: ~1–2%
- Iron Oxides / Hematite / Goethite: ~1–2% (responsible for reddish-orange veining)
- Accessory minerals: Trace amounts of dolomite and clay minerals
Usage Applications:
Rosa Portogallo Salmonato Marble is ideal for:
- Interior flooring and wall cladding
- Bathroom vanities and washbasins
- Countertops and tabletops
- Fireplaces and staircase cladding
- Luxury hotel lobbies and spa walls
- Decorative inlays, mosaics, and sculpture
- Not suitable for high-traffic outdoor paving or freeze-thaw climates.
Maintenance Recommendations:
Regularly clean with pH-neutral stone cleaner.
Avoid acidic or abrasive substances.
Seal surface periodically (every 1–2 years) to protect from staining.
Use soft cloths and non-scratch pads for cleaning.
Available Surface Finishes:
Polished: Enhances color depth and veining, reflective surface
Honed: Smooth, matte finish for a softer look
Brushed / Leathered: Textured surface, anti-slip properties
Tumbled: Antiqued, weathered appearance
Sawn Cut: Raw, unpolished surface for custom finishing
Standard Cutting Sizes:
Tiles (cm/inch):
- 30 × 30 cm (12" × 12")
- 60 × 30 cm (24" × 12")
- 60 × 60 cm (24" × 24")
- Custom sizes available on request
Slabs:
- 2 cm and 3 cm thickness standard
- Custom thicknesses on order
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