{"product_id":"bianco-dolomite-18-x-18-turkish-marble-tile","title":"Bianco Dolomite 18\" × 18\" Turkish Marble Tile","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBianco Dolomite 18\" × 18\" Turkish Marble Tile\u003c\/strong\u003e brings luminous white color and restrained natural movement to elegant residential and commercial interiors. Quarried in Turkey, this genuine dolomitic marble features a clean milky-white background with delicate gray, silver, and occasional warm mineral veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generous 18-inch square format reduces the number of grout joints and creates an expansive, architectural surface across floors and walls. Available in \u003cstrong\u003epolished and honed finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bianco Dolomite can provide either a reflective, formal appearance or a softer contemporary matte surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Natural Marble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStone Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBianco Dolomite \/ Bianco Dolomiti\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurkey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\" × 18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\", approximately 10 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage per Tile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished or Honed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilky white with light-gray and silver veining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate Natural Variation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight-Cut Natural-Stone Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior floors and walls; approved exterior and wet-area installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteam Shower Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePolished\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished finish creates a glossy, light-reflective surface that emphasizes the marble’s white background and delicate veining. It is particularly well suited for formal floors, feature walls, bathroom walls, fireplace surrounds, and other decorative interior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolished marble may become slippery when wet and should be evaluated carefully before use on bathroom or shower floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHoned\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honed finish has a smooth, low-sheen appearance that softens reflections and gives the marble a quieter, more contemporary character. It is often preferred for residential floors, bathroom floors, walls, and high-use interiors where a less reflective surface is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiving-room, dining-room, foyer, and hallway floors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimary bathroom and powder-room floors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBathroom walls, vanity walls, and wainscoting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShower walls installed over an approved waterproofing system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitchen backsplashes and appropriate low-impact wall applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFireplace surrounds within required heat clearances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHotel, boutique, office, restaurant, and reception-area interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppropriate exterior walls and covered installations when approved for the climate and setting system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBianco Dolomite is not recommended for swimming pools or steam showers. Confirm slip resistance before installing polished marble on shower floors or other frequently wet walking surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: Use White Natural-Stone Mortar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBianco Dolomite is a light-colored natural marble. Gray mortar may produce visible shadowing or discoloration. Use a premium white setting material specifically approved for natural stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect every tile before installation. Installation constitutes acceptance of color, veining, finish, dimensions, and natural characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen several crates or cartons and blend tiles to distribute lighter, darker, and more strongly veined pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry-lay the tiles under the project’s final lighting before setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall over a flat, clean, dry, and structurally sound substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a white polymer-modified mortar meeting ANSI A118.4 or A118.15 and approved for large-format natural marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest the setting system on spare material if moisture sensitivity or warping is a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirectionally trowel the mortar and back-butter each tile as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchieve at least 80% mortar coverage in dry interior areas and 95% coverage in wet or exterior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a tile-leveling system where appropriate to help control lippage across the 18-inch format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA grout joint of approximately 1\/16\" to 1\/8\" may be appropriate depending on tile calibration, substrate flatness, and installer recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse unsanded grout or fine-aggregate grout approved for polished natural stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest the selected grout to ensure it will not scratch, stain, or discolor the marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a penetrating natural-stone sealer before grouting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall shower applications over a complete waterproofing system. Sealing the marble does not waterproof the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncorporate perimeter and field movement joints according to TCNA EJ171 and applicable construction standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet-cut with a continuous-rim diamond blade designed for marble. Do not dry-cut because marble fabrication releases hazardous crystalline-silica dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder approximately 10–15% additional material for cuts, breakage, shade selection, and future repairs. Diagonal or highly selective layouts may require more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural-Stone Variation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBianco Dolomite is a natural geological material. Differences in white coloration, gray veining, mineral deposits, crystal structure, and surface appearance are expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome tiles may appear nearly pure white, while others may contain more noticeable gray, silver, beige, gold, or faint green mineral movement. These variations are inherent characteristics rather than manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\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 cleaner formulated for natural marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid vinegar, lemon, acidic bathroom cleaners, bleach, and abrasive powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe spills promptly, particularly citrus, wine, coffee, oils, cosmetics, and strongly pigmented liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse soft cloths, microfiber mops, or non-abrasive brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid dragging furniture or sharp objects across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a penetrating natural-stone sealer before grouting and reseal periodically according to use and the sealer manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse walk-off mats at exterior entrances to reduce abrasive grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolished marble may gradually develop a natural patina in high-traffic areas.\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:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet luxury, contemporary minimalism, modern classical, transitional, and European-inspired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milky white with restrained gray and silver movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, luminous, and formal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoned Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, low-sheen, and softly architectural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayout Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight grid, diagonal, checkerboard, or combined with coordinating mosaics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Stones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nero Marquina, Bardiglio, Thassos White, Calacatta Gold, and Ming Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e White oak, walnut, warm plaster, glass, and lacquered cabinetry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished nickel, chrome, champagne bronze, brushed brass, and matte black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Grout Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright white, warm white, pale gray, or light silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the correct name Bianco Dolomite or Bianco Dolomiti?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth names are commonly used for this Turkish marble. “Bianco Dolomie” is a spelling error and should be corrected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this genuine natural marble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is genuine Turkish dolomitic marble with naturally occurring differences in color, veining, and mineral structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the tile polished or honed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is offered in both polished and honed finishes. Customers should select the desired finish before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much area does one tile cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne nominal 18\" × 18\" tile covers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.25 square feet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be installed on residential floors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both finishes may be used on appropriate residential floors, although polished marble requires additional caution in wet locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be installed in a shower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be installed on shower walls over a complete waterproofing system. The honed finish may be considered for appropriate shower floors, while polished marble requires project-specific slip evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used in a steam shower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The supplier does not recommend Bianco Dolomite for steam-shower installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used in swimming pools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This marble collection is not recommended for submerged pool applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Bianco Dolomite require sealing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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