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Rosso Francia Marble

Marble

Rosso Francia

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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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 Rosso Francia up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this marble unique.

Rosso Francia is a classic French marble, where rich, earthy brick-red meets elegant horizontal ribbons of soft grey and pale white across a polished surface.

Rosso Francia is a beautifully classic marble, a stone that instantly brings a sense of historic luxury to any space. Its very dark, earthy brick-red to terracotta base provides a deeply saturated, formal red palette, across which striking, fluid horizontal ribbons and undulating bands of soft grey and pale white create a wonderfully elegant, sweeping pattern. This refined horizontal movement, combined with its strong, deep colouration and softer, flowing cloudy grey veins, gives Rosso Francia a sophisticatedly traditional quality, especially captivating on its polished surface.

This magnificent marble is quarried from the sun-drenched region of Languedoc in Occitanie, France. Like all true marbles, Rosso Francia is a non-foliated metamorphic rock, formed when limestone — rich in iron oxides — underwent intense heat and pressure over geological time. It’s this unique mineral composition that lends it its distinctive brick-red hues, while accessory minerals create the intricate grey and white veining you see. Each slab tells a story millions of years in the making, a testament to the Earth's enduring artistry.

At In2Stone, we believe Rosso Francia is a wonderfully historic choice for classic luxury worktops, bathroom vanities, and dramatic splashbacks. We hand-template every piece, ensuring those elegant sweeping patterns flow beautifully across your design. While marble, primarily calcite, requires a little care – regular sealing is key, and we always advise caution with acids – its heat resistance is good, and its UV stability makes it suitable for sunlit spaces. We're passionate about guiding you through the care needed to keep this stunning French marble looking its best for generations to come.

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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Rosso Francia Marble slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Rosso Francia

What are the dominant colours and patterns in Rosso Francia marble?
Rosso Francia features a very dark, earthy brick-red to terracotta base. This rich canvas is beautifully contrasted by striking, fluid horizontal ribbons and undulating bands of soft grey and pale white, creating an elegant, sweeping pattern across its polished surface.
Which kitchen styles would best suit Rosso Francia marble?
Rosso Francia's highly saturated red palette and sophisticated, flowing grey veins lend themselves perfectly to classic, traditional, or even opulent kitchen designs. It would be a stunning focal point in a heritage-style space or a dramatic contrast in a more contemporary, minimalist setting seeking a touch of warmth and grandeur.
How should I care for my Rosso Francia marble worktops?
As a natural marble, Rosso Francia is primarily composed of calcite, making it susceptible to etching from acids and staining if left unsealed due to its porosity. We recommend regular sealing and immediate cleanup of spills. While heat resistant, always use trivets for very hot pans to prevent thermal shock, and we advise using a cutting board to prevent scratches.
Where does Rosso Francia marble originate from?
Rosso Francia marble is quarried from the beautiful Languedoc region in Occitanie, France. This specific geological environment provides the unique mineral composition, particularly iron oxides, that contribute to its distinctive earthy brick-red coloration and intricate veining.
Is Rosso Francia marble a durable choice for a kitchen worktop?
Marble, like Rosso Francia, is softer than granite or quartzite (Mohs 3-5) and can scratch and etch. However, with thoughtful care – including regular sealing, mindful use of cutting boards and trivets, and prompt cleanup of acidic spills – it remains a luxurious and durable option for kitchen worktops, offering unparalleled aesthetic value and timeless elegance.
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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

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