BUYING GUIDES

MARBLE

Marble Buying Guides: Find the Perfect Stone for Your Space

Our detailed marble buying guide provides expert information to allow you to choose the perfect marble pieces to elevate your home, from timeless finishes and versatile types to benefits and cleaning advice.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW DO I MAINTAIN MARBLE?

It’s important to clean marble at least once a week with a soft cloth and mild soap solution. Once cleaned you should always dry water from the surface to risk staining. The natural stone should also be sealed periodically to prevent damage.

IS MARBLE POROUS?

Marble’s porous structure means that it risks being chipped, dulled, or stained by cleaning products and techniques. It is also required to be sealed once a year for maximum protection and we recommend avoiding abrasive cleaners.

IF I STAIN MARBLE CAN IT BE CORRECTED?

You can remove deep-set stains by having the marble professionally re-ground and polished.

IF I ORDER TWO OF THE SAME ITEM, CAN I EXPECT THEM TO BE THE SAME?

Marble is a natural stone which means no piece will ever be the same. Colour variations and shades will differ, this is what makes marble completely unique.

CAN MARBLE BE REPAIRED?

Independent specialists can restore marks and damage back to marbles almost original appearance. However, the only long-term solution is to replace the marble.

IS MARBLE A SUSTAINABLE OPTION?

Yes, when properly cared for, marble can last a lifetime making it a much more sustainable option than plastic or fast furniture that’s destined for landfill in a relatively short time frame. At Lusso, we offer a lifetime guarantee across our entire marble homeware range, as well as our marble baths, basins, tiles and vanity units.

HOW IS GENUINE MARBLE FORMED?

Genuine marble is a natural stone formed over millions of years, while artificial marble (sometimes referred to as engineered or cultured marble) is a man-made material composed of crushed marble or other stone mixed with resins.

ARE MARBLE PRODUCTS DURABLE?

Yes, marble is a superior material that lasts a lifetime when properly cared for. Renowned as a highly durable stone, marble is a natural material that will last for years to come.