{"product_id":"arabescato-venato-calacatta-white-2x6-honed","title":"Arabescato Venato Calacatta White 2x6 Honed","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_cbdaa4e445afb801\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArabescato Venato Calacatta White 2\" x 6\" Honed Marble Tile\u003c\/b\u003e combines authentic Italian stone craftsmanship, classic subway tile proportions, and a smooth satin texture for high-end interior spaces. Quarried from the Apuan Alps near Carrara, Italy, \u003cb\u003eArabescato Venato\u003c\/b\u003e is celebrated for its bright white-to-ivory crystalline field interwoven with expressive dark gray, soft taupe, and subtle warm gold veining.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e2\" x 6\" subway format\u003c\/b\u003e features a versatile 1:3 aspect ratio that unlocks dynamic design options—including traditional running bond, vertical stack, horizontal stack, and classic 90-degree herringbone patterns. Finished with a \u003cb\u003ehoned (matte satin) surface\u003c\/b\u003e, it diffuses ambient light softly while providing enhanced slip-resistance under bare feet compared to polished marble.\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 \/ Apuan Alps, 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\u003eArabescato Venato \/ Calacatta White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright White Field with Dark Gray \u0026amp; Taupe 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 6\" L (5 cm x 15.2 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Elongated Subway Format (1:3 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\u003eHoned (Matte Satin)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, Non-Reflective \u0026amp; Slip-Resistant\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 Cut\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; Range Focal Points:\u003c\/b\u003e Creates a sophisticated architectural centerpiece that pairs exceptionally well with both cool-gray and warm-wood cabinetry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull-Height Shower Walls \u0026amp; Floor Surrounds:\u003c\/b\u003e The smooth honed surface provides safe underfoot traction on shower pans while softening light reflection across vanity walls.\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, high-contrast natural stone statement across hearths, bar backsplashes, and entryway accent walls.\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 Light Italian 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). Using 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 the honed finish.\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 Arabescato Venato exhibits high natural variation in veining intensity and background tone. 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\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\u003cbr\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 Italian Neo-Classical, Trans-Continental European, Warm Minimalist, Art Deco Glamour.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e The expressive dark gray veining and soft taupe-gold accents create a richer, more graphic aesthetic than standard uniform Carrara 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 brushed brass, champagne bronze, or matte black fixtures; white oak, dark walnut, or lacquered cabinetry; and Calacatta or quartz countertops.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan 2\" x 6\" Arabescato Venato tiles be laid in a herringbone pattern?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes! The 2\" x 6\" dimensions have a clean 1:3 aspect ratio, making them ideal for setting in classic 90-degree herringbone or double-herringbone patterns on walls and shower floors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Arabescato Venato 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 honed and polished marble?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePolished marble features a mirror-like high-gloss sheen that reflects light. 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