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Cullifords Ceramic Calacatta Porcelain

Cullifords Ceramic · Porcelain

Calacatta

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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Full Service — Installation

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

A timeless white marble-effect porcelain with balanced grey veining in gentle diagonal formations — classic, versatile Calacatta.

Calacatta delivers the universally admired beauty of Italian marble in a practical, Zero-maintenance porcelain slab. The clean white base is enhanced by medium-weight grey veining in gentle, flowing diagonal formations — balanced and classic with good visual rhythm. This is not the most dramatic of the Calacatta family, and that's its strength: a timeless interpretation that works equally well in traditional kitchens, contemporary bathrooms, and commercial settings where marble elegance needs to be hardwearing and food-safe.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

6 out of 5

Stain Resistance

5 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

5 out of 5

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Get a free, no-obligation quote for Calacatta porcelain. From template to installation, In2stone handles everything — so you can enjoy your new surface without the stress.

Cullifords Ceramic Calacatta Porcelain slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Calacatta

What makes the standard Calacatta a good all-rounder?
This Calacatta delivers balanced, classic marble-effect character without extremes — the grey veining is medium-weight with gentle diagonal movement, and the pattern provides visual interest without being overwhelming. It's the versatile middle ground of the Calacatta family, working equally well in traditional and contemporary settings.
How does this compare to Calacatta Bellissimo?
Standard Calacatta has more moderate, evenly distributed veining with gentle flow. Calacatta Bellissimo has much thicker, more dramatic dark grey veining with stronger contrast and bolder sweep. Think of standard Calacatta as the composed, versatile choice and Bellissimo as the statement version that demands attention.
Can I use Calacatta porcelain for a bathroom floor?
Yes — porcelain is excellent for bathroom floors because it's completely waterproof, slip-resistant (especially in matt finish), and durable enough for heavy foot traffic. Using Calacatta porcelain across bathroom floors and walls creates a luxurious, coordinated marble environment.
What thickness should I choose for worktops?
For kitchen worktops, 20mm is the standard recommendation — it provides a substantial feel and structural integrity for spanning across cabinets and supporting undermount sinks. 12mm slabs are better suited for splashbacks, wall cladding, and surfaces where lighter weight is beneficial.
Is Calacatta porcelain more affordable than natural Calacatta marble?
Significantly — natural Calacatta marble commands premium prices due to its rarity (it's quarried from a single location in Carrara, Italy). Porcelain Calacatta delivers the same visual beauty at a fraction of the material cost, plus eliminates ongoing sealing and maintenance expenses. The total lifetime cost difference is substantial.
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"Excellent Service and Beautiful Results - Highly Recommended! I recently had In2stone install new quartz worktops in my kitchen, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was completely stress-free. The team was not only competitively priced but also incredibly friendly and professional throughout the entire process. They handled everything seamlessly - removing the existing sink, hob, and old laminate worktops before fitting the new quartz surfaces. The finished worktops are absolutely beautiful and have transformed my kitchen into a modern, minimalist space that I love spending time in. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. I'm a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend In2stone to anyone considering new worktops. Well done to the entire team - you've exceeded my expectations!"
— Ashley ChapmanGoogle Review

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."

Olivia Tett

The Quote Is the Price

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."

Dean Fitzpatrick

Ian Answers the Phone

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

"Ian always answered the phone or called me back — and that was before we even decided to use him."

Carly Rielly