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Malachite Marble Marble

Marble

Malachite Marble

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

Colour:

Green White

A spectacularly vivid green marble from the Democratic Republic of Congo, defined by an abundant, swirling network of bright white veining that evokes oceanic power.

Malachite Marble is a spectacularly vivid stone defined by its deep, rich emerald-green base, featuring an abundant, swirling network of bright white veining. This creates a dramatically active and turbulent quality across its massive polished surface. The intense green with profuse white marbling together creates an extraordinarily powerful, almost oceanic quality, offering tremendous visual energy and scale. It's this rare, intensely green character and bold white veining that makes Malachite Marble an exceptionally commanding choice for the most dramatic luxury worktops.

Quarried deep within the Katanga Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malachite Marble is a testament to the raw geological artistry of our planet. Like all marbles, it began as limestone or dolostone, transformed under immense heat and pressure into a non-foliated metamorphic rock. Its striking emerald-green hue and vivid white patterns are a result of accessory minerals and impurities, such as serpentine or graphitic elements, becoming intricately woven into the calcite crystal structure during this ancient metamorphic process. Each slab tells a story of geological forces shaping beauty over millennia.

At In2Stone, we approach Malachite Marble with the respect and passion its unique character demands. While marble is renowned for its timeless beauty, we always provide an honest assessment of its properties: it is softer than granite and sensitive to acids, meaning it requires regular sealing and mindful care to maintain its pristine appearance. We guide you through the best applications, from awe-inspiring kitchen worktops to opulent bathroom vanities and splashbacks, ensuring its enduring beauty. Our expert hand-templating and precise installation will highlight its dramatic flow, ensuring your Malachite Marble becomes a treasured centrepiece in your home.

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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Frequently Asked

Questions About Malachite Marble

What gives Malachite Marble its vibrant green colour and distinctive veining?
Malachite Marble's deep emerald-green base and abundant, swirling bright white veining are formed through geological metamorphism. The intense green colour comes from specific mineral impurities, such as serpentine or other silicate minerals, integrated into the calcite crystals, while the white veining is typically pure calcite or other accessory minerals forming intricate patterns under immense pressure.
What kind of interior designs or colour palettes best suit Malachite Marble?
With its dramatically active and powerful appearance, Malachite Marble excels in luxury, contemporary, or maximalist design schemes. It pairs beautifully with rich, dark cabinetry (like navy or black), warm metallic accents (gold, brass), or can be used as a striking focal point against minimalist backdrops to truly showcase its tremendous visual energy.
How does Malachite Marble perform in a kitchen environment, and what is its recommended care?
Malachite Marble, like all marbles, has a Mohs hardness of 3-5, making it softer than granite or quartzite and susceptible to scratches. It is also more porous and highly sensitive to acids, which can etch its polished surface. We recommend regular sealing and immediate cleanup of spills to protect it. For high-traffic areas, a honed finish can be more practical, but a polished finish enhances its deep colour and dramatic veining.
Where is Malachite Marble sourced, and how does its origin influence its character?
Malachite Marble is quarried in the Katanga Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This region is known for its rich geological diversity. The specific mineral composition and the intense metamorphic processes unique to its origin contribute to its spectacularly vivid green base and the unique, turbulent swirling network of bright white veining found in no other stone.
What are the benefits of choosing Malachite Marble over other green stones like quartzite, and what should I consider regarding its investment?
Choosing Malachite Marble offers unparalleled dramatic beauty and a unique, luxurious aesthetic not often matched by other stones. While quartzite offers superior durability for very high-traffic areas, Malachite Marble brings an artistic, almost oceanic quality. Its premium pricing reflects its rarity, intense visual character, and the expertise required for its careful fabrication and installation by craftsmen like those at In2Stone.
★★★★★
"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

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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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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