MARBLE DEPOSITS
Marble is widespread throughout the world, but, perhaps, each deposit gives marble its own unique shade. The gray color palette is wide and varied: the dark graphite color of the varieties of Italian deposits Bardiglio Iimperiale adds mysticism and mystery to the stone, shades of tin and lead, combined in the Maroon Marinace variety, immerse you in the bliss of dreams, the river mother-of-pearl of Marmara marble sets a playful mood for the entire interior.
The Mramorkrym.rf company directly cooperates with mining enterprises in Italy, Spain, Turkey, and India, providing the widest range of gray marble in a warehouse in Crimea.
Make marble part of your wall or floor
“Or” is the key here. If both walls and floor are covered in it, the room will eventually become cold and harsh. But by choosing one from this example, you will have the opportunity to connect classic and novelty through finishing materials.
And whatever you prefer, there are many ways to implement it. Think of a place like the backsplash behind the sink in your kitchen. Or as an alternative to paneling in your bathroom or dining room. The living space can also be decorated by choosing marble railings or chairs.
An excellent option would be to make a floor out of it in the hallway area - it is usually formal; or in the bathroom - with it this room will look more luxurious.
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USING GRAY MARBLE
Interior designers are increasingly giving preference to the gray color, which has smoothly moved from Scandinavian interiors. The versatility of color allows you to give the interior any mood with minimal means: dear souvenirs brought from travel, bright curtains and textiles will change even the most boring interior beyond recognition.
Has your mood changed? If you want peace and tranquility - no problem, a simple sofa in white or black, a small coffee table with a mirror surface, a couple of spotlights and voila - the strict interior is ready!
Gray marble tiles look great both on horizontal surfaces in the form of a mirror floor and on vertical ones. Walls lined with gray marble tiles or huge slabs look advantageous in any interior.
Imitation of marble in design
Self-leveling floor in a public place
The advantages that self-leveling floor has make it possible to use it in any premises (residential, public, work). This is a synthetic coating that is produced by coloring polymer mixtures with marble chips, applying a pattern (photo) to the leveling layer, and coating with a special varnish.
Self-leveling floors contain epoxy compositions with the addition of quartz sand, which gives the coating strength. During polymerization, a seamless, even coating is formed. The surface is resistant to external influences (physical, chemical).
The technology was highly appreciated by designers. With its help, extraordinary coatings with interesting visual effects are created.
Marble flooring is not a new solution
Imitation marble is not a new idea. An example is composite materials, which quickly gained popularity. Today, composite countertops are found in every third home.
The use of self-leveling floor technology makes it possible to create a complete imitation of natural materials. Such coatings are used everywhere. A wide range of colors and various additives allow you to realize different design ideas. Such floors decorate a private house, apartment, and complement high traffic areas:
Stone surface
- Shopping centers;
- Offices;
- Medical institutions;
- Administrative buildings;
- Theater foyer, exhibition halls;
- Public places, restaurants;
Covering in a restaurant
- Sidewalks, balconies.
GRAY MARBLE TABLETOPS
I would like to pay special attention to the work surfaces in the interior. In addition to its utilitarian function, a tabletop that organically fits into the interior style can become a fundamental design element and set the mood for the entire project. The Mramorkrym.rf company produces marble countertops of any complexity and configuration according to your sizes in the shortest possible time and at the lowest price.
Kitchen countertops
A gray marble countertop located in the work area or on the kitchen island will undoubtedly become a bright accent in the kitchen. The steel range goes well with blue, blue, white and black shades; gold or yellow accessories or tableware will help add color.
Among other things, marble has natural bactericidal properties, so cooking on such a countertop is not only pleasant, but also useful!
Bar counters
Marble bar counters can last for decades; the natural strength of the mineral allows the stone to be used even in rooms with high humidity. But it’s still worth remembering that marble is a porous material; spilled red wine can become an unpleasant memory in the form of a stain in the stone, so spilled stains need to be gotten rid of quickly.
Natural marble in the interior of an apartment: noble modernity
Since the time of palace revolutions, natural marble, as a majestic finishing material, has been somewhat forgotten. But over the past 50 years, it has confidently regained its former position, increasingly appearing in luxury interiors. Today, natural stone is appropriate not only in the design of the kitchen or bathroom, but also in the bedroom, living room and hallway.
Marble accents in the interior
The whimsical pattern of natural marble - stripes, specks, veins, stains - contributes to the character of the room. Depending on the mood and color of the stone, the interior of the apartment can turn out to be calm, restrained and sophisticated, or, on the contrary, wild, emotional and expressive.
One of the important design rules is “marble loves to live on a grand scale.” The more area you give him, the more external luxury he will thank you for. In grandiose spaces (floors, walls, stately countertops), the stone works for everyone at once. Both the modest Scandinavian style and laconic minimalism look richer if stone with noble veins is used in the decoration of the room.
One of the walls, entirely decorated with marble, looks impressive - this is a good solution for a bathroom or, for example, a matrimonial bedroom. With such a monumental decorative element, the interior will not need other attributes.
The role of a solid “full-length” accent can be played by a fireplace, generously decorated with expensive marble. A detail that is smaller in size, but not expressive, will be a coffee table made of natural material. An aristocratic staircase made of natural marble will be the finishing touch to your concrete jungle.
Everything is in marble - from the bathroom to the kitchen
It is safe to say that in the last decade, marble has celebrated its rebirth in design. It appears in our lives not only in the form of tiles (floor and wall). A skillful mosaic of marble pieces of different sizes or a solid monolithic block erected on graceful table legs - the options for using marble in the interior are endless.
Most often, noble stone is used in the design of countertops - both in the kitchen and in the bathroom - into which the sink is built. This is a practical, environmentally friendly and hygienic material with amazing durability. The use of marble in the interior becomes a contribution for centuries, but you will have to comply with the operating conditions. Still, natural stone is quite fragile and requires careful handling, special coating, polishing and care.
The bathroom is rightfully considered the kingdom of natural stone. Monolithic marble plumbing fixtures look respectable in any situation. But it is worth remembering that stone is a heavy material, which means that when installing a marble bath, you will have to additionally strengthen the floor.
Today, natural stone processing technologies have reached such heights (for example, laser cutting, pressing) that they make it possible to perform the most delicate work. It is not uncommon to find accessories and attributes masterfully carved from a single piece of marble. European brands produce elegant soap dishes and glasses for toothbrushes, jars for bulk ingredients and even real stone wallpaper. Don’t be surprised if you come across marble bedroom furniture in the showroom – there is such a thing.
Design with natural stone: spectacular combinations
Marble in the interior is combined with any materials - from modern chrome to aged copper, from eco-friendly wood to pretentious gilding. Glossy stone especially likes collaboration with shiny surfaces - mirrors, lacquered facades, glass and polished metal.
The colors of marble - from neutral light to colorful, flashy - allow you to realize a maximum of design ideas with its help. The variety of the palette is impressive - in addition to the traditional gray-beige shades, there may be unexpected purple, pink, emerald and mint blue options.
The most popular material remains snow-white marble with soft gray veins. Second place goes to refined black: it is organic in precious luxury interiors and readily accepts gold and silver accents. The third is Emperador Dark textured marble, a trendy design material of recent years. Brown, with contrasting milky veins, it looks impressive in the expanses of luxury bathrooms and kitchens.
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GRAY MARBLE IN THE BATHROOM
The low moisture absorption of the mineral allows the use of gray marble in the bathroom. This material can be used to cover floors and walls, as well as to make plumbing fixtures. A warm floor system placed under marble will help avoid the unpleasant sensations of cold stone after a warming bath or shower.
Gray tiles, in combination with marble mosaics, give birth to truly small masterpieces of great design. Photos of gray marble in the bathroom not only please the eye, but also inspire interesting projects, the implementation of which will be helped by a large assortment of natural stone in our catalog and ten years of experience of the craftsmen of the company Mramorkrym.rf.
What do designers say?
Cold marble must be combined with warm and tactile materials - unpolished wood or fabrics with a rough texture. He loves moderation, especially in the design of private interiors. If you overdo it, the space can look cold and uninhabited.
Remember that polished marble is demanding in terms of lighting. It reflects light, so you need to clearly understand how the marble elements will be located relative to the light sources, and how they will glare. The highlights should be an artistic device, not a flaw.
Quite a capricious material: it does not like high temperatures and quickly absorbs dirt. For example, a marble kitchen countertop will require careful and careful care, so I recommend using the material in residential areas.
I love using white and gray marble in modern interiors. Sometimes, to diversify a minimalist setting, it is enough to add a laconic coffee table with a Carrara marble top.
I love marble very dearly, because it is an interesting natural material. Each drawing on the stone is an absolutely amazing story, and not a single slab is similar to each other. Even if the item is designed the same, its appearance will still be different.
I love using slabs of marble to decorate bathrooms: this is an interesting opportunity to create a special atmosphere. You can lay out ornaments, patterns, and by combining patterns, achieve some interesting visual impression.
This natural stone is considered wear-resistant, so it will not lose its original appearance even after many years. Of course, subject to proper gentle care of the surface.
A marble countertop will look good even in a loft-style kitchen. Combine it with concrete, metal, glass, and straight, laconic lines. For example, the combination of marble with a metal base for a dining table is an effective technique.
Marble has a rich color palette and a large selection of textures. Designers love to use it in interiors: most often for kitchen countertops, bar counters and coffee tables. But recently, marble accessories have also become popular: vases, boxes.
There are varieties of marble whose slabs look very picturesque. In this case, it can be the main accent in the interior. But we must not forget that this is a fairly soft material that requires delicate handling. Therefore, in kitchens where there is a lot of cooking, this is not the best solution. But as decorative elements it’s a very workable material.
