{"product_id":"arabescato-venato-2-hexagon-honed-marble-mosaic","title":"Arabescato Venato 2\" Hexagon Honed Marble Mosaic","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSI Arabescato Venato White 2\" Hexagon Honed Marble Mosaic Tile\u003c\/strong\u003e combines classic honeycomb geometry with the soft warmth of genuine natural marble. Each mesh-mounted sheet contains 42 precision-cut hexagons displaying a creamy white background with delicate beige, pale gray, and occasional warm mineral veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth honed finish minimizes glare and gives the marble a refined, understated appearance. Its \u003cstrong\u003e2-inch hexagon format\u003c\/strong\u003e is large enough to reveal the natural movement of the stone while providing sufficient grout joints for detailed floors, shower installations, backsplashes, countertops, and feature walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of MSI’s Arabescato Venato White Collection, this mosaic coordinates naturally with warm woods, neutral cabinetry, brushed metals, and other honed marble surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArabescato Venato White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMOT-ARAVEN-2HEXH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Natural Marble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMosaic Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHexagon \/ Honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Chip Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Hexagon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChips per Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActual Sheet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 11.73\" x 12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage per Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.98 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Confirm project-specific slip requirements with the installer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShower Walls and Niches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable over an approved waterproofing assembly using white mortar formulated for natural marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen Backsplashes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a warm, softly patterned surface behind ranges, sinks, and cabinetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVanity Walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides subtle honeycomb geometry without overpowering mirrors, cabinetry, or decorative fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountertops:\u003c\/strong\u003e MSI approves the product for residential and commercial countertop applications. Natural marble still requires sealing and appropriate maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFireplace Surrounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for properly constructed noncombustible decorative fireplace walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appropriate for boutique, hospitality, restaurant, and reception walls where the complete installation system is approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidential Feature Floors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used for entries, powder rooms, and decorative floor insets under suitable residential conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: WHITE-MARBLE MORTAR AND SHEET-BLENDING PROTOCOL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArabescato Venato White is a light-colored natural marble. Use white setting material and blend sheets from several cartons before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse White Mortar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install with premium white polymer-modified mortar meeting ANSI A118.4 or A118.15 and approved for natural-stone mosaics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Gray Mortar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark setting material may shadow through the marble or alter its creamy-white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-Lay and Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrange sheets before installation to distribute white, beige, gray, and more heavily veined pieces evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Sheet Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-fit adjoining sheets and adjust individual perimeter chips as needed to prevent visible square sheet outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMortar Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a small-notched trowel appropriate for the mosaic thickness. Flatten the mortar ridges before setting each sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbed Evenly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press sheets into the mortar with a grout float or padded beating block to maintain consistent elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMortar Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Obtain at least 95% coverage in shower and other wet-area installations without excessive mortar filling the grout joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a penetrating sealer approved for honed marble before grouting. Test it on spare material first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use unsanded grout or a fine-aggregate grout specifically approved for honed marble. MSI advises against epoxy grout for this product because of potential staining, haloing, and difficult cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Joint Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match the spacing between adjoining sheets to the factory spacing within each sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet-Area Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install over a complete waterproofing system. Sealing the marble does not waterproof the shower assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Accommodation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Include perimeter and field movement joints following TCNA EJ171 and applicable construction requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet-cut with a suitable diamond blade. Do not dry-cut or grind; airborne crystalline-silica dust can cause serious respiratory harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Allowance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchase at least 10–15% additional material for cuts, sheet blending, natural variation, breakage, and future repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean with warm water and a neutral-pH natural-stone cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid vinegar, lemon, bleach, acidic bathroom cleaners, and abrasive powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe spills promptly, especially oils, wine, coffee, cosmetics, and strongly pigmented liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse microfiber cloths, soft sponges, or non-abrasive brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReapply penetrating sealer periodically according to traffic, moisture exposure, and the sealer manufacturer’s recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid waxes and oily soaps that may create residue or reduce traction on floor installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect natural patina and possible etching over time, particularly on countertops and frequently used bathroom surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm minimalism, quiet luxury, organic contemporary, Mediterranean, coastal, and refined transitional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white balanced by pale gray, beige, and subtle warm mineral movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic 2-inch honeycomb geometry with restrained natural variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The honed finish softens reflections and emphasizes the marble’s organic texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e White oak, walnut, creamy quartz, warm plaster, limestone, and brushed glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brushed brass, champagne bronze, polished nickel, chrome, and matte black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Grout Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm white creates continuity; pale beige adds warmth; light gray emphasizes the hexagonal pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this an MSI product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is MSI item \u003cstrong\u003eSMOT-ARAVEN-2HEXH\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Arabescato Venato White Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs “Calacatta White” part of the official product name?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. MSI’s official collection name is \u003cstrong\u003eArabescato Venato White\u003c\/strong\u003e. Removing “Calacatta White” makes the listing clearer and more consistent with manufacturer searches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large is each hexagon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach individual marble chip is a nominal \u003cstrong\u003e2-inch hexagon\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one sheet cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne sheet covers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.98 square foot\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ten sheets cover 9.8 square feet per box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the surface polished or honed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is honed, giving it a smooth, low-sheen appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be installed on a shower floor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it may be used on an appropriately constructed shower floor. Confirm slip resistance, drainage, slope, waterproofing, and local requirements with the installer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on commercial floors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. MSI approves this product for residential flooring but does not approve it for commercial flooring. Commercial wall and countertop applications are permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the marble require sealing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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