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Calacatta Apuano Marble

Marble

Calacatta Apuano

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Full Service — Installation

Our marble range is available with full supply, templating, fabrication and installation across Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Chichester, Southampton and the surrounding area, with our services extending to Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Dorset and Berkshire . The reach of our installation service depends on the type of project — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Supply & Fabrication — UK Wide

Outside our installation area? We can fabricate marble to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Calacatta Apuano up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this marble unique.

Cloud-soft grey veining drifts across a bright white canvas, capturing the serene majesty of the Apuan Alps.

Calacatta Apuano embodies the quiet grandeur of the Tuscan mountains from which it is drawn. Quarried high in the Apuan Alps, this marble presents a luminous white base traced with soft, flowing veins of grey and blue-grey that move across the surface like wisps of cloud drifting over a snow-covered peak. The veining is more diffuse and atmospheric than the bolder Calacatta varieties, creating a calm, contemplative aesthetic that brings natural serenity into any interior. As a metamorphic calcite marble, Calacatta Apuano shares the geological heritage of all Carrara-region stones — formed over millions of years under intense heat and pressure. It accepts a beautiful polished finish that enhances its crystalline depth, while a honed finish offers a more contemporary, matte appearance. Suitable for kitchen worktops, bathroom vanities, splashbacks, and feature walls, this stone transforms everyday spaces into something extraordinary. At In2stone, we understand that Calacatta Apuano demands precise craftsmanship to honour its natural beauty. Our experienced fabricators template, cut, and install each piece with meticulous attention to vein matching and seam placement, ensuring the stone's gentle movement flows continuously across your worktop. With proper sealing every six to twelve months and pH-neutral cleaning, your Calacatta Apuano surface will age gracefully for decades.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

2 out of 5

Stain Resistance

2 out of 5

UV Resistance

4 out of 5

Heat Resistance

4 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

2 out of 5

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Calacatta Apuano Marble slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Calacatta Apuano

What does Calacatta Apuano marble look like?
Calacatta Apuano features a bright, clean white base with soft grey and blue-grey veins that flow in gentle, cloud-like patterns. The veining is more diffuse and atmospheric than bolder Calacatta varieties, creating a serene, understated elegance.
Is Calacatta Apuano suitable for kitchen worktops?
Yes, Calacatta Apuano makes a beautiful kitchen worktop. Like all marble, it requires regular sealing every 6-12 months and care around acidic substances. A honed finish is recommended for busy kitchens as it hides minor etching better than polished.
How does Calacatta Apuano differ from Calacatta Gold?
While both come from the Apuan Alps, Calacatta Apuano has softer, more diffuse grey-blue veining compared to Calacatta Gold's bold, dramatic golden veins. Apuano is more subtle and calming, while Gold is more striking and statement-making.
Where is Calacatta Apuano quarried?
Calacatta Apuano is quarried from the Apuan Alps in Tuscany, Italy — the same mountain range that produces all Calacatta-type marbles. This region has been a source of world-class marble for over 2,000 years.
How do you care for Calacatta Apuano marble?
Seal every 6-12 months with a quality stone sealant. Clean daily with pH-neutral stone cleaner or mild soap and warm water. Avoid acidic cleaners, vinegar, and lemon juice. Wipe spills immediately and use trivets for hot items.
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"Perfect. 1) Ian. What a nice chap. Very helpful, friendly, knowledgeable. Got me the marble I wanted. 2) Scott came to template. Clearly attentive to detail, accurate work; it's a perfect fit. 3) Kev and Gav came to fit. Very accommodating. Worked cheerfully around obstacles I had thrown in their path. Efficient, and respected my just cleaned new kitchen. All round blooming marvellous. I got exactly what I wanted. ( these guys listen to their customer) Look no further. Engage In 2 Stone!"
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Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

The edge profiles and seamless joins other suppliers say they can't do? We do them every week.

"Other quartz suppliers weren't able to offer the ogee edging I wanted — In2stone could."

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No hidden costs, no surprises. We consistently beat competitor quotes — even online discounters decline to match us.

"Beat 6 other companies by a mile. Even an online company that claims to beat any quote declined to."

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