Arizona Tile Announces New Agglomerate Marble Products
Arizona Tile has introduced a new line of Agglomerate Marbles, now available in four stocked colors in a 24-inch x 24-inch tile and 126-inch x 63-inch slab option. Often used in mid-century modern design, this playful material can be used for both commercial and residential projects. However, this timeless marble is versatile enough to take your design anywhere your imagination will take you.
What is Agglomerate Marble?
To appreciate the beauty of agglomerate marble, knowing how it is made enhances its appeal. A natural stone formed within the earth, marble is a metamorphic rock, meaning it changes form. Think caterpillar to butterfly. When limestone, a sedimentary rock, is subjected to extreme heat and pressure over millions of years, it goes through a process of recrystallization which causes calcite crystals within the limestone to grow and fuse together. When this occurs, marble has been created.
That’s how marble is formed, but agglomerate marble is a bit different because it is manufactured from marble chips. These chips are tumbled to round their sharp edges, then combined with resin and marble powder, and placed in large rectangular tanks to be cured into a block. Once cured, the block is cut into ¾-inch or ½-inch thick slabs or cut down further into tile.
Given that resin is nonporous, this helps tremendously with durability, whereas standard marble slabs and marble tiles are porous, making them more susceptible to staining and wear and tear if not properly cared for. However, as a product containing natural stone, it is recommended that it be sealed to extend its longevity. Due to its durability agglomerate tile can be used throughout the floor and wall of an entire commercial or residential space. A highly trafficked area is of no concern to this tile, with proper care and maintenance.
Classico
Classico is a polished agglomerate marble comprised of a white resin background that elegantly displays small, grey marble chips. Upon a closer look, there are some soft hints of beige that may appeal more to a warmer design, while still remaining neutral.
Classico Agglomerate Marble Slab |
Iceberg
Iceberg is quite similar to Classico in that it is a polished agglomerate marble with a white background and a stunning display of grey marble chips, but these grey marble chips are a bit larger. Slight hints of beige can also be detected here, but the larger marble chips allow the grey to really pop. Again, it is neutral and versatile, but if you’re working with cool-toned décor, the more prominent grey may cater to your preferences.
Similar to Classico and Iceberg, Vector and Regium offer many similarities but provide a more vibrant color palette.
Iceberg Agglomerate Marble Slab |
Vector
Vector is a polished agglomerate marble comprised of an off-white background.
Where it really differs is in the marble chips. Embedded in this resin are small black, gold, and grey marble chips. This is a timeless way to add some color and playful energy to kitchen and bathroom floors, walls, and more.
There is value in mentioning that pops of color like this, especially on a floor, can truly make the general appearance a little less stressful throughout the day as tracked in dirt won’t be very noticeable. This makes it ideal for both household and commercial settings.
Vector Agglomerate Marble Slab |
Regium
Regium offers the same make-up and colors as Vector but with larger marble chips for a bolder design. Add color to your space or even mix and match Vector tile and Regium tile to add movement to the space.
Whether your design is modern or mid-century, or you’re choosing to go neutral or bold in your color pallet, there is something for everyone with agglomerate marble. With beautiful and versatile tile and slab options, the possibilities are endless!
Regium Agglomerate Marble Slab |
Founded in 1977 in San Diego, California, Arizona Tile has grown into a nationally recognized commercial and residential distributor in 10 Western states. Arizona Tile distributes more than 300 varieties of granite, marble, quartzite, limestone and travertine slabs and tile, over 60 colors of Della Terra® Quartz, and over 60 series of porcelain, ceramic and glass tile. Founded by John Huarte, former NFL player and Heisman Trophy winner, the company is still family-owned after more than 45 years. Visit www.arizonatile.com for more information.