There are many ways in which you can achieve a truly exotic and luxurious aesthetic in your bathroom, but none–in our opinion–work or look better than a stunning marble wall.
Combined with equally luxurious flooring, a marble walled bathroom adds a level of visual sophistication and design elegance to a space in the home that you frequent each and every day.
Exotic Marble Wall
Marble stone is a highly valued material for use in both internal and external construction. Thanks to its iconic and luxurious appearance, as well as its unique physical properties, marble is both practical and popular.
Marble stone itself is formed through a metamorphosis caused by intense heat and pressure under the Earth’s crust. This process causes the (once) limestone to crystallise and change into the beautifully patterned and textured marble that the world has been in love with for generations.
Installing a Marble Floor and Wall Bathroom
When it comes to using marble in the home, especially in a bathroom’s flooring or walls, the tiles are chiselled from a larger slab of marble stone. These slabs are quarried from the natural sources of marble in various spots around the globe. Some of the most popular and classic exotic marble quarries can be found in Italy, Greece and Brazil, among others.
Using specialised and heavy machinery, the blocks of stone are removed from the ground and transported to a processing plant where they are further cut into slabs of stone, polished, and transported to premier suppliers around the world, including to us here at Euro Marble.
Why a Marble Wall is Perfect for Your Bathroom
Aesthetic Appeal
Perhaps the main reason that marble walls in a bathroom (and flooring) is so popular is because nothing quite matches the glamour of this natural stone.
Marble itself actually comes in a surprisingly wide range of colours and the subtle veining and clouding pattern can vary significantly in slab to slab. This gives you the perfect opportunity to find the perfect shade of stone to suit your personal taste. It also means that an exotic marble wall and floor can be found to suit any design style, from classic to modern and from rustic to contemporary.
Durability
Marble is not just an amazing-looking stone, but it’s also highly durable and hardy. This long lasting material is a smart choice for areas of the house that are exposed to high levels of traffic and activity, not to mention water, moisture and heat. With the right level of care and maintenance, marble floors and walls can last for many years without looking dated in style or due to wear and tear.
Bathroom Suitable
A marble floor and wall bathroom offers additional practical benefits. In addition to the inherent durability of the stone, the unique properties of marble mean that it’s quite heat-resistant and waterproof. The walls and floors of your bathroom are likely to be surrounding showers, bathtubs, vanities and sinks, so it’s important to choose the right material for long-term functionality.
Valuable Investment
Due to both the long-lasting nature and inherent value of marble, using a marble wall or marble flooring in a bathroom is likely to increase the value of your home if you sell. Exotic marble surfaces can form a deeply positive impression on potential buyers and can add significant value to a property.
Complementary Walls and Floors
Marble is a unique material for use in the bathroom because you can use as much or as little of it as you want to great effect. An exotic marble wall looks stunning next to natural stone tiled floors but is also equally complementary with hardwood floors. Balancing the right texture, aesthetic and warmth of your bathroom is a matter of personal taste, and a marble wall provides the perfect canvas to achieve that balance.
Tips for Using a Marble Floor and Wall in Your Bathroom
Choose the right type of marble
As mentioned above, there is actually a wide range of types of marble and colours/shades. Finding the right marble stone for you is a matter of both personal preference but also practicality. Our team at Euro Marble are experts in this regard and happy to help you find the perfect slab for your application.
Whether you’re after a black floor of marble with a grey marble wall or colourful walls with milky white marble flooring, we’ve got all the options you need to achieve the look you want.
Take care of your marble
Marble is an extraordinary material and to ensure it shines as brightly as possible in your bathroom, be careful about damaging the stone. Keep your bathroom floor and wall clean and avoid using harsh or acidic cleaning solutions. Wipe up spills immediately and avoid hard bristled brushes.
With just a little bit of tender love and care you’ll love the way your marble stands the test of time in your bathroom.
Seal and reseal
When a marble wall or floor tiles are installed they are sealed to ensure extra protection from moisture, water and other elements. However, every few years it’s best practice to reseal your marble. This relatively small investment in the longevity of your stone will pay dividends down the line and make sure that your bathroom looks as stunning many years down the track as it did on Day One.
Consider lighting and style
Exotic marble walls and floors look a treat in just about any bathroom. But there are some tips and tactics for ensuring your particular application looks as amazing as possible. Choose lighting and fixtures that enhance the beauty of the marble without creating shadows ro harsh glares. Keep your interior design style consistent and choose colours (of both stone and other accessories/decor) that balance without clashing or overwhelming the space.
Allowing your exotic marble to breathe and visually stand out will make the most of this precious stone and add to the overall luxurious aesthetic of your bathroom.
Use professionals
From sourcing marble slabs to installing and repairs to resealing, make sure you choose a reputable and professional provider for your bathroom’s stone. Hiring the right professional will ensure the job is done meticulously and correctly, and give you the peace of mind that your bathroom will look and function as amazingly as it should and could.
Let’s explore the marble floor and wall options for your bathroom!
If you’re sold on installing a marble wall and/or floor in your bathroom, but aren’t sure how or where to begin, don’t worry! We’re here to help.
