{"product_id":"2x8-tuscan-calacatta-gold-italian-marble-tile","title":"2X8 Tuscan Calacatta Gold Italian Marble Tile","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_ac1064701a0f18ef\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e2\" x 8\" Tuscan Calacatta Gold Italian Marble Tile\u003c\/b\u003e brings world-renowned Apuan Tuscan stone heritage, opulent warm-gold veining, and flexible architectural proportions to luxury residential and commercial interiors. Quarried in the Carrara region of Tuscany, Italy, \u003cb\u003eCalacatta Gold\u003c\/b\u003e is celebrated for its bright white, crystalline background field decorated with soft gray strata and signature honey-gold mineral veins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe elongated \u003cb\u003e2\" x 8\" subway tile format\u003c\/b\u003e features a 1:4 aspect ratio that unlocks versatile installation patterns—including classic offset brick bond, vertical stack, horizontal stack, and 90-degree herringbone layouts. Available in luminous high-gloss polished or satin honed finishes, this tile elevates kitchen backsplashes, primary shower surrounds, fireplace feature walls, and luxury bathroom floors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes \/ Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Genuine Italian Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMined in Carrara \/ Tuscany, Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries \/ Colorway\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalacatta Gold \/ Tuscan Calacatta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright White Field with Gray \u0026amp; Honey-Gold Veining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" W x 8\" L (5 cm x 20.3 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElongated Subway Tile Format (1:4 Ratio)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/8 in. (Approx. 10 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Architectural Interior Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished or Honed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuminous Gloss or Soft Satin Matte\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eShade \u0026amp; Graphic Variation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Variation (V3-V4)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Natural Veining in Every Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Rectified \/ Straight Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Tight, Clean Mortar Joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacksplashes, Shower Walls, Accent Walls, Bathroom Floors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Vertical \u0026amp; Horizontal Locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKitchen Backsplashes \u0026amp; Cooktop Alcoves:\u003c\/b\u003e Creates a high-end focal point that anchors luxury kitchen designs, especially when set in a herringbone or vertical offset pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull-Height Shower \u0026amp; Vanity Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e Transforms primary bathroom walls into a spa-like retreat, reflecting ambient light and highlighting natural stone movement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFireplace Surrounds \u0026amp; Feature Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e Delivers an expressive, warm-toned stone statement across hearths, bar backsplashes, and entryway focal points.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e⚠️ \u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT: ITALIAN MARBLE SETTING \u0026amp; SEALING PROTOCOL\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure White Thin-Set Mortar Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Calacatta Gold marble is translucent. Always set tiles using a high-performance, polymer-modified \u003cb\u003epure white thin-set mortar\u003c\/b\u003e (ANSI A118.4 \/ ANSI A118.15). Gray thinset will bleed through the marble body and permanently darken its bright white field.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Sealing Before Grouting:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer to tile faces \u003cb\u003eprior to grouting\u003c\/b\u003e to guard against grout haze and pigment absorption into delicate marble pores.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDry Laying \u0026amp; Color Blending:\u003c\/b\u003e Calacatta Gold exhibits significant natural variation in gold-to-gray veining intensity. Open multiple boxes and dry-lay tiles before setting to balance vein directions and distribute color tones harmoniously across the installation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNon-Abrasive Grout Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintain a tight joint (1\/16\" to 1\/8\") and select a non-sanded grout or high-performance flexible grout designed for delicate natural stone to avoid scratching polished surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Wipe clean regularly using warm water and a neutral pH natural stone cleaner or mild dish soap. Avoid acidic cleaners, vinegar, bleach, lemon juice, or abrasive scrubbers, which will etch calcium carbonate marble.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriodic Resealing:\u003c\/b\u003e Reapply a penetrating stone sealer every 1 to 2 years (or more frequently in wet shower environments) to maintain water repellency and stain defense.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuscan Villa, Neo-Classical Elegance, Art Deco Glamour, Contemporary Minimalist.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm honey-gold and light taupe veins balance the bright white field, introducing inviting warmth compared to stark cool-gray marbles.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplementary Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Pairs exceptionally well with champagne bronze, brushed brass, or polished nickel fixtures; white oak or dark walnut cabinetry; and Calacatta Gold or quartz countertops.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan 2\" x 8\" Calacatta Gold tiles be laid in a herringbone pattern?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes! The 2\" x 8\" dimensions have a perfect 1:4 proportion, making them ideal for setting in classic 90-degree herringbone or double-herringbone patterns on walls and floors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Calacatta Gold marble require sealing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes. As genuine natural marble, it is porous and must be sealed with an impregnating natural stone sealer prior to grouting and maintained periodically over time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the difference between Calacatta Gold and Carrara marble?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCarrara marble features a softer gray background with delicate, feathered gray veining. 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