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Product Overview
Bianco Dolomite 12" x 24" Natural Marble Tile brings high-end Turkish marble heritage, luminous cool-white background tones, and soft linear gray veining to luxury residential and commercial spaces. Quarried in Turkey, Bianco Dolomite (also known as Bianco Dolomiti) is renowned for its uniform white field, high density, and subtle, elegant gray strata that offer a more consistent, low-contrast appearance compared to classic Carrara or Calacatta marbles.
The modern 12" x 24" format paired with a thin 3/8" (10 mm) profile makes this tile versatile for primary bathroom floors, full-height shower walls, kitchen backsplashes, and entryway feature walls. Available in polished (high gloss) or honed (matte satin) finishes, it reflects natural light to create expansive, light-filled interiors.
Recommended Applications
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Primary Bath Suites & Full-Height Shower Walls: Creates a bright, spa-like marble retreat, pairing effortlessly with glass shower enclosures and natural light.
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Kitchen Backsplashes & Accent Feature Walls: Serves as a clean, light-enhancing backdrop behind cooktops, vanity mirrors, and living room fireplaces.
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Luxury Foyer & Living Area Floors: Adds timeless European elegance across entryways and hallways in light-to-moderate foot traffic residential locations.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Modern Minimalist, Trans-Continental European, Neo-Classical, Nordic Luxury.
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Visual Advantage: The consistent Arctic white background and soft gray veining create a brighter, cleaner aesthetic than traditional heavily veined marbles.
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Complementary Finishes: Pairs exceptionally well with polished chrome, champagne bronze, or matte black fixtures; white oak or dark charcoal millwork; and white quartz or light gray countertops.
Colors and textures may vary slightly between tile batches due to natural manufacturing variations. For a clear representation, we recommend ordering a sample.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including crystalline silica (airborne particles of respirable size) in dust created during fabrication/installation if the product is dry cut, ground, or pulverized, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
| SKU | TBIANDOL1224H |
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| Brand | MS International |
| Sold by | Piece |
| Sq ft per unit | 2.0 |
| Price per sq ft | $22.95 |
| Coverage per unit (sq ft) | 2.0 |
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property | Value / Specification | Notes / Compliance |
| Material Type | 100% Genuine Natural Marble | Quarried in Turkey |
| Series / Colorway | Bianco Dolomite / Dolomiti | Crisp Arctic White with Soft Pale Gray Veining |
| Nominal Dimensions | 12" W x 24" L (30.5 cm x 61 cm) | Modern Large-Format Rectangular Tile |
| Thickness | 3/8 in. (Approx. 10 mm) | Standard Architectural Interior Profile |
| Surface Finish | Polished or Honed | Luminous Gloss or Soft Satin Matte |
| Shade & Graphic Variation | Low-to-Moderate Variation (V2) | Consistent Natural White Field |
| Edge Detail | Precision Rectified / Straight Cut | Designed for Narrow Mortar Joints |
| Recommended Applications | Primary Bath Floors, Shower Walls, Backsplashes, Foyers | Interior Vertical & Horizontal Locations |
Installation and Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: LIGHT NATURAL MARBLE SETTING & SEALING PROTOCOL
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Pure White Thin-Set Mortar Required: Bianco Dolomite is a translucent white marble. Always set tiles using a high-performance, polymer-modified pure white thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.15). Using gray thinset will shadow through the body, permanently darkening the stone's white background.
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Pre-Sealing Before Grouting: Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer to tile faces prior to grouting to guard against grout haze and pigment staining.
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Dry Laying & Blending: Open multiple boxes and dry-lay tiles before setting to balance veining directions and ensure smooth shade distribution.
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Non-Abrasive Grout Selection: Maintain a tight joint and select a non-sanded grout or high-performance flexible grout designed for delicate natural stone to avoid scratching polished surfaces.
Care and Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Clean regularly using warm water and a neutral pH natural stone cleaner. Avoid acidic cleaners, vinegar, bleach, lemon juice, or abrasive scrubbers, which will etch calcium carbonate marble.
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Periodic Resealing: Reapply a penetrating stone sealer every 1 to 2 years (or more frequently in wet shower environments) to maintain water repellency and stain defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bianco Dolomite Marble require sealing?
Yes. As genuine natural marble, it is porous and must be sealed with a penetrating natural stone sealer prior to grouting and maintained periodically over time.
Can 12" x 24" x 3/8" marble tile be installed on shower walls?
Yes! The 3/8" thickness keeps tile weight manageable for vertical wall installations, making it an ideal choice for full-height shower surrounds and feature walls.
What is the difference between Bianco Dolomite and Carrara marble?
Carrara marble features a cooler gray-white background with darker, feathery gray veining. Bianco Dolomite has a much brighter, purer white field with lighter, softer, and more subtle gray veining.
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