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Equator Marble

Marble

Equator

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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 Equator up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this marble unique.

Quarried in Turkey's Afyon region, Equator Marble presents a pale grey-white surface distinctively marked by uniform, parallel horizontal striations of medium grey and soft blue-grey.

Equator Marble is a strikingly distinctive stone, captivating with its remarkably uniform, parallel horizontal striations. Across a pale grey-white base, mesmerising bands of medium grey and soft blue-grey flow with a precise, linear rhythm, creating a truly architectural statement on its polished surface. This unique horizontal banding beautifully evokes the geological layering of ancient sediments, displaying an exceptional regularity and elegance that sets it apart. Its cool grey-blue palette and unique striped character make it a dramatically modern choice for luxury worktops.

This extraordinary marble is quarried from the renowned Afyon region of Turkey, an area celebrated for its rich geological heritage. Like all marbles, Equator began its life as limestone or dolostone, transformed over millions of years through intense heat and pressure into the dense, interlocking crystalline structure we see today. The characteristic grey and blue-grey hues in its precise striations are a result of various accessory minerals, such as graphite or iron oxides, being incorporated during this metamorphic process, creating a natural artwork of unparalleled consistency.

At In2Stone, we see Equator Marble as an ideal material for crafting kitchens and bathrooms that demand a unique, sophisticated presence. While marble is known for its timeless beauty, we always ensure our clients understand its inherent properties; it’s a softer stone than granite and can react to acids, making regular sealing crucial for its longevity. We recommend considering a honed finish for high-traffic kitchen worktops if you prefer a more forgiving surface, though the polished finish truly highlights its linear brilliance. From hand-templating to precise installation, our passion is bringing such magnificent natural materials to life in your home, with honest advice and exceptional craftsmanship at every step.

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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Equator Marble slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Equator

How does Equator Marble achieve its distinctive striped appearance?
Equator Marble is characterised by its remarkably uniform, parallel horizontal striations of medium grey and soft blue-grey on a pale grey-white base. This precise, linear banding is a natural geological formation, evoking the layered sediments of its ancient origins, which creates its unique and elegant striped pattern.
What design styles work best with Equator Marble's linear pattern?
The dramatically architectural and linear character of Equator Marble makes it an exceptional choice for modern and contemporary design styles. It perfectly complements minimalist aesthetics, industrial-chic kitchens, or any space aiming for a sophisticated, structured visual statement. Its cool grey-blue palette pairs beautifully with a range of cabinet colours and metallic accents.
What specific care is recommended for Equator Marble worktops?
As a natural marble, Equator is porous and acid-sensitive. We advise regular sealing to protect against stains and avoiding direct contact with acidic substances like lemon juice or vinegar, which can etch the surface. While heat resistant, using trivets for hot pans is always best practice, and we recommend using chopping boards to prevent scratches as marble is softer than other worktop materials.
Where is Equator Marble sourced, and what is its geological background?
Equator Marble is quarried in the Afyon region of Turkey, an area historically famous for its high-quality marble. Geologically, it is a metamorphic rock formed from recrystallised limestone under intense heat and pressure, with the unique horizontal banding and distinct grey and blue-grey tones resulting from specific mineral impurities present during its formation process.
How does Equator Marble's visual impact compare to other marbles, and what are its finish options?
Equator Marble stands out dramatically from other marbles due to its exceptionally uniform, parallel horizontal striations, offering a much more structured and architectural look compared to more traditional swirled or randomly veined marbles. We typically offer Equator in both a polished finish, which enhances its linear brilliance, and a honed finish, which provides a smooth, matte appearance that can subtly soften its bold pattern.
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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 Choose Us

Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

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

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Ian Answers the Phone

No answering machines or sales scripts. You'll speak to the people who'll actually work on your project.

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