Samaha Marble
Samaha Marble – Timeless Egyptian Elegance in Soft Beige
Samaha Marble is a premium Egyptian marble known for its light beige to cream tones and exceptionally smooth, consistent texture. Quarried from the Eastern Desert of Egypt, this elegant natural stone has been used for generations in upscale residential and commercial projects across the region.
Its refined color and minimal veining make it a top choice for designers seeking a clean, timeless look with a warm and welcoming tone.
🌟 Key Features
Color & Appearance:
Light beige to creamy ivory background with minimal veining and a uniform texture. The soft tone adds brightness and calmness to any space, making it a perfect backdrop for a wide range of design styles.
✅ Common Applications
- Interior Flooring
- Wall Cladding
- Staircases
- Bathroom Vanities
- Countertops
- Columns & Decorative Details
- Façades & External Walls
✅ Available Finishes for Samaha Marble
Polished
✨ Glossy, mirror-like finish
• Enhances the creamy color and subtle details
• Ideal for: luxury floors, walls, lobbies, countertops
Honed
🪵 Smooth, matte finish
• Refined and slip-resistant
• Ideal for: bathrooms, staircases, commercial flooring
Brushed
🌾 Softly textured with a subtle aged look
• Light patina that adds warmth
• Ideal for: rustic-modern interiors, semi-outdoor areas
Tumbled
🪨 Natural aged appearance with rounded edges
• Soft texture and antique charm
• Ideal for: courtyards, walkways, accent walls
Sandblasted
⛏️ Rough, uniform finish with soft tones
• Slip-resistant and glare-free
• Ideal for: exterior paving, pool surroundings
Bush-Hammered
🔨 Deep, rugged surface
• Maximum anti-slip performance
• Ideal for: outdoor steps, ramps, high-traffic public zones
Leathered
🖐️ Natural texture with low sheen
• Elegant, soft-touch finish
• Ideal for: countertops, vertical cladding
Split Face
🧱 Rough 3D stone surface
• Raw, bold visual impact
• Ideal for: exterior walls, fireplaces, feature panels
✅ Why Choose Samaha Marble?
- Soft, warm beige color that works with all design styles
- Highly uniform surface, great for large installations
- Suitable for interior and exterior use
- Easy to match with other materials and color palettes
- Available in a wide range of sizes and finishes
- High demand in export markets due to quality and aesthetics
🌍 Widely Used In
🏠 Residential Villas
🏢 Corporate and Commercial Interiors
🏨 Hospitality Projects
🕌 Religious and Cultural Buildings
🌴 Landscape and Urban Design
Samaha Marble Technical Specifications
| Property | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Stone Type | Natural Marble (Limestone-based) |
| Commercial Name | Samaha Marble |
| Origin | Eastern Desert, Egypt |
| Color | Light beige to creamy ivory |
| Bulk Density | 2.65 – 2.68 g/cm³ |
| Water Absorption | ≤ 0.40% |
| Porosity | Low to moderate |
| Compressive Strength | 1100 – 1250 kg/cm² (108 – 122 MPa) |
| Flexural Strength | 145 – 160 kg/cm² (14 – 16 MPa) |
| Abrasion Resistance | Good |
| Mohs Hardness | 3 – 4 |
| Finish Compatibility | Polished, Honed, Brushed, Tumbled, Sandblasted, Bush-Hammered, Leathered, Split Face |
| Weather Resistance | High – suitable for both indoor and outdoor use |
| Frost Resistance | Moderate – sealing recommended in cold regions |
| Standard Tile Sizes | 30x60 cm, 60x60 cm, or custom sizes |
| Slab Thickness | 2 cm, 3 cm (custom on request) |
| Surface Appearance | Consistent, soft beige background with minimal veining |
Note: Actual values may vary depending on the quarry layer and finishing.
