Prized by Michelangelo for its luster and the Greeks for its durability, marble adds richness and luxury to your home. A marble countertop lasts a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. Marble comes in a variety of colors and types to enhance your kitchen and cast a glow throughout. White marble---such as used for the Taj Mahal and many ancient sculptures---is prized for its milky white translucence. Bakers appreciate the smoothness of marble for rolling out dough.

On the Other: What Price for Beauty?

Being a porous stone, marble is susceptible to damage such as stains from acidic food or liquid and scratches from metal utensils and pans. In addition, heat from a hot pan erodes the calcium content of marble, removing the luster that sets marble apart from other stone. Marble carries a high price tag and requires more care and maintenance than other stone or synthetic options.

Bottom Line

Marble countertops maintain their popularity despite the high cost and attention to care and maintenance. They are durable and offer the discriminating homeowner or designer a level of beauty and quality that other stone does not offer.

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Marble Applications

Granite vs. Marble