Marble

Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro

Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro is a high-quality Italian marble of the Calacatta family with a pearl-white background and golden-brown, flowing veining. The designation 'Extra Duro' refers to the particular density and polishability of this variant.

Marble Italy

Available as: Slabs, Tiles and flooring slabs

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About Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro

Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro comes from the Apuan Alps in Tuscany, the historic centre of Italian marble production. As a member of the Calacatta family it is among the most sought-after and most valuable marbles in the world. The designation is composed of two parts: 'Venaperla' (Italian for pearl vein) describes the golden-brown veining on the pearl-white background, and 'Extra Duro' the particularly high density and compactness of this block batch.

The slab pattern shows the dramatic veining typical of Calacatta: broad golden-brown to ochre veins run through a creamy white to pearly ground rock and produce a contrast that is exceptionally effective in a polished finish. Every slab has its own composition — selecting from real slab images is particularly advisable for this material.

Finishes

Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.

Poliert

Politur ist die klassischste Veredelung für Marmor und Kalkstein — eine glänzende Oberfläche mit höchstmöglicher Farbintensität und ausgeprägter Tiefenwirkung der Aderung. Je nach mineralischer Zusammensetzung kann die Wirkung stellenweise mattglänzend sein. Säureempfindlich — Wein, Zitrone und Essig hinterlassen Ätzspuren bei längerer Einwirkung.

Care & fabrication

Calacatta marble reacts sensitively to acids — wipe up lemon juice, vinegar, wine or acidic cleaners immediately. Seal carefully after installation and clean regularly with a pH-neutral natural stone cleaner. No abrasives. With improper care the golden veining can show etch marks, which can be removed again by polishing.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'Ext. Duro' mean with Calacatta Venaperla?

'Extra Duro' denotes particularly dense, compact blocks of this marble variety with low porosity and very good polishability.

Where does Calacatta Venaperla Ext. Duro come from?

From the Apuan Alps in Tuscany, Italy — the historic centre of the marble craft.

Is Calacatta Venaperla suitable for kitchen worktops?

Only with very consistent care. As a marble it is acid-sensitive; for intensively used kitchens, granite or quartzite is more robust.

How do I care for Calacatta Venaperla?

Seal, use a pH-neutral natural stone cleaner, no acids, no abrasives.