3 on MOHS scale

Softer than granite

Natural stone

Cut from quarried slabs

A bit more care

Seal twice a year

Indoor use

Best for vanities and fireplaces

What Is marble

Nature's Most Elegant Surface

Marble is a natural stone, formed when limestone is transformed by heat and pressure deep underground over millions of years. That slow process produces the soft, flowing veining that has made marble the material of choice for grand entryways, fireplace surrounds, and vanities for centuries. No two slabs look exactly alike, so the marble in your home is genuinely one of a kind.

Marble is also softer than stones like granite and quartzite, which means it asks for a little more care, mainly sealing it twice a year and wiping up acidic spills like wine or citrus before they can mark the surface. Most of our clients find that trade off is well worth it, especially on vanities, fireplace surrounds, and other lower traffic surfaces where marble's character really gets to shine.

Quick way to remember it: marble is the stone for beauty, quartzite is the stone for daily wear.

Buying Guide

Common questions about marble

A few things worth knowing before your showroom visit.

They can look alike at a glance, but marble is a softer, more classic natural stone, while quartzite is much harder and better suited to heavy daily use. Many clients choose marble for its timeless look on vanities and fireplaces, and quartzite for busier kitchen counters.
Marble is often priced higher than granite due to the sourcing and extra care required during fabrication, though exact pricing depends on the slab you choose. We can give you a real number at your showroom visit.
Yes, and a little more often than granite or quartzite. We recommend sealing marble twice a year to help keep its surface protected and looking its best.
We do not recommend it. Marble is porous and can be damaged by sun, weather, and acidic rain over time, so it is best kept indoors.

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Ready to see marble in person?

Photos only tell part of the story. Come see the full slabs in our Woodinville showroom.