Imperial Marble
Imperial Marble – Majestic Egyptian Stone for Sophisticated Designs
Imperial Marble is an elegant and versatile Egyptian marble known for its soft beige to light brown hues, complemented by subtle veining and a warm natural background. Quarried from select Egyptian sites, it offers a rich yet neutral appearance that suits both modern minimalism and classical elegance.
Imperial Marble is ideal for designers and architects seeking a refined finish that balances luxury and practicality.
🌟 Key Features
Color & Appearance:
Warm beige to taupe tones with fine veining and occasional fossil traces. Its natural uniformity and elegant undertone make it a flexible choice for high-end residential and commercial projects.
✅ Common Applications
- Interior Flooring
- Wall Cladding
- Staircases
- Countertops
- Hotel Lobbies
- Façades
- Outdoor Landscaping (with suitable finishes)
✅ Available Finishes for Imperial Marble
Polished
✨ Smooth, glossy finish that enhances color and veining
Ideal for: interior floors, reception areas, countertops
Honed
🪵 Matte, smooth finish with low reflectivity
Ideal for: bathrooms, stairways, commercial interiors
Brushed
🌾 Lightly textured with a soft aged look
Ideal for: rustic interiors, semi-outdoor applications
Tumbled
🪨 Rounded edges and aged surface
Ideal for: garden paths, courtyards, decorative walls
Sandblasted
⛏️ Rough, slip-resistant surface
Ideal for: outdoor paving, pool surrounds
Bush-Hammered
🔨 Deeply textured and rugged
Ideal for: high-traffic outdoor spaces and staircases
Leathered
🖐️ Softly textured with low sheen
Ideal for: countertops and feature walls
Split Face
🧱 Natural 3D relief with bold visual impact
Ideal for: accent walls, façades, columns
✅ Why Choose Imperial Marble?
- Elegant and neutral appearance
- Compatible with a wide variety of design styles
- Durable and weather-resistant
- Readily available in slabs, tiles, and custom cuts
- Excellent value compared to imported stones
- Works well in both indoor and outdoor settings
🌍 In High Demand For:
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Villas & Apartments
🏢 Commercial Buildings
🏨 Hospitality Projects
🕌 Cultural Centers
🌴 Outdoor Landscaping Projects
Imperial Marble Technical Specifications
| Property | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Stone Type | Natural Marble |
| Commercial Name | Imperial Marble |
| Origin | Egypt |
| Color | Beige to light brown with soft veining |
| Bulk Density | 2.64 – 2.68 g/cm³ |
| Water Absorption | ≤ 0.35% |
| Porosity | Low |
| Compressive Strength | 1100 – 1250 kg/cm² (108 – 122 MPa) |
| Flexural Strength | 130 – 150 kg/cm² (13 – 15 MPa) |
| Abrasion Resistance | Good |
| Mohs Hardness | 3 – 4 |
| Finish Compatibility | Polished, Honed, Brushed, Tumbled, Sandblasted, Bush-Hammered, Leathered, Split Face |
| Weather Resistance | Moderate to High – suitable for indoor and outdoor use |
| Frost Resistance | Moderate – sealing recommended in cold climates |
| Standard Tile Sizes | 30x60 cm, 60x60 cm, custom sizes available |
| Slab Thickness | 2 cm, 3 cm (others upon request) |
| Surface Appearance | Elegant uniformity with light beige undertones and fine veining |
Note: Actual values may vary depending on the quarry layer and finishing.
