Natural marble does not have a uniform appearance. Veining, markings, pattern and tone vary from slab to slab, and those differences remain visible in the finished furniture.
Understanding this variation is an important part of choosing natural stone.
No two slabs are identical
One slab may have fine, widely spaced veins, while another contains stronger markings or areas where the pattern is more concentrated.
These differences are naturally occurring and are part of the stone itself.
Product photography should therefore be viewed as a guide to the overall marble rather than an exact representation of the slab used for every order.
Colour and tone can vary
Variation is not limited to veining.
Natural marble can contain subtle differences in its base colour, depth of tone and mineral markings. Lighting within the home can also affect how these details appear throughout the day.
Veining cannot be repeated
Natural veining is not a printed pattern and cannot be positioned identically from one piece of furniture to another.
Two examples of the same design can therefore have noticeably different markings while still being made from the same type of marble.
Marble and wood both vary
Where marble is paired with wood, variation occurs across both materials.
Wood grain, markings and tone differ naturally, so the relationship between the timber and stone will be individual to each finished piece.
What should you expect?
Expect the overall design, materials and finish shown in the product photography, but not an exact repeat of the natural pattern.
Differences in veining, markings, grain and tone are part of choosing natural marble and wood and give each finished piece its own appearance.
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