Marble is known for its classic and timeless beauty. This natural stone has soft distinct veining and unique color variations, and is often used for kitchen and bathroom countertops, backsplashes and showers.
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About Calacatta Gold
Calacatta Gold marble has a bright white background with bold grey veins and warm gold tones running through them. It is one of the most recognized marbles in design.
It is best on islands, vanities, slab backsplashes and fireplace surrounds where the veining can be seen. We lay out the cut on your actual slab so the best veins land where people look.
Calacatta Gold at a glance
| Material | Natural marble |
| Color family | Bright white with bold grey veins and warm gold tones |
| Pattern | Bold, sweeping Calacatta veining |
| Best for | Islands, vanities, slab backsplashes, fireplace surrounds |
| Product care | Wipe with warm water and a pH-neutral stone cleaner; avoid bleach and acidic or abrasive cleaners. |
| Maintenance | Seal at install; check yearly; wipe acids promptly |
What is marble?
Marble is known for its classic and timeless beauty. This natural stone has soft, distinct veining and unique character, and it is a favorite for baths, vanities, fireplace surrounds and baking areas.
Calacatta Gold questions we get asked
Is this the natural marble or the quartz version?
This page is natural Calacatta Gold marble. We also carry a Calacatta Gold quartz, which has a similar look, never needs sealing and does not etch. Ask us to show you both.
Can the veins be matched across a seam?
Usually, yes. We plan seam placement on the slab so the veining flows, and we can book-match slabs on larger pieces.
Will Calacatta Gold etch or stain?
Marble is softer than granite and reacts to acids, so lemon, vinegar, wine, tomato and some cleaners can leave dull etch marks if left sitting. Wipe spills promptly, use coasters and a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Many owners accept a soft patina over time as part of marble's character.
Does Calacatta Gold need to be sealed?
Yes. We seal at install and suggest checking once a year: if a few drops of water darken the stone within a few minutes, it is time to reseal. Sealing helps with stains but does not prevent etching.
Can I use Calacatta Gold in a kitchen?
You can, as long as you are comfortable with some patina. Marble is a classic baking surface and looks beautiful on an island, but it will show etching from acids over time. If you want the look with less upkeep, ask us to show you a quartzite or a marble-look quartz alongside it.
Where can I see Calacatta Gold in Charlotte?
At our Slab Warehouse and fabrication shop, 4806 Rozzelles Ferry Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216, or our Design Center at 16615 Riverstone Way. Call (704) 394-1221 and we will pull slabs so you can walk the full sheet before you commit.
See Calacatta Gold in person
Slabs are at our Slab Warehouse & Fabrication shop, 4806 Rozzelles Ferry Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216. Our Design Center is at 16615 Riverstone Way, Charlotte, NC 28277. Call (704) 394-1221 and we will pull slabs for you to walk.
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