Product Overview
2" Tuscan Carrara White Hexagon Marble Mosaic Tile brings classic Italian stone elegance and geometric refinement to modern and traditional interiors. Crafted from genuine Bianco Carrara marble, each sheet features 2-inch hexagonal chips arranged in a honeycomb mosaic grid, displaying a bright white background accented by soft gray feathering and subtle natural charcoal veining.
Mounted on flexible mesh backing sheets (approx. 1 sq. ft. per sheet), this classic geometric format conforms easily across shower floors, bathroom walls, and kitchen backsplashes. Available in a smooth, reflective polished finish or a velvety, low-gloss honed texture, it delivers timeless luxury with natural slip resistance provided by its frequent grout grid.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Notes / Compliance |
| Material Type |
100% Authentic Italian Bianco Carrara Marble |
Genuine Tuscan Natural Stone |
| Pattern |
2" Hexagon Grid Mosaic |
Mesh-Backed Interlocking Sheet |
| Nominal Chip Size |
2" x 2" Hexagon (Approx. 5 cm) |
Classic Geometric Chip Format |
| Sheet Dimensions |
Approx. 12" x 12" (1 sq. ft.) |
Pre-Assembled Mosaic Sheet |
| Thickness |
Approx. 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) |
Standard Natural Stone Thickness |
| Surface Finish Options |
Polished or Honed |
High-Gloss Reflective or Low-Sheen Satin |
| Color Profile |
Carrara White (Bright White & Light Gray Veining) |
Natural Shade & Vein Variation (V2) |
| Edge Detail |
Precision Cut / Straight Edge |
Designed for Grouted Joint Layout |
| Recommended Applications |
Interior Floors & Walls, Shower Floors, Backsplashes, Niches* |
Dry & Wet Interior Locations |
*Ideal for shower pan floors due to frequent grout lines providing underfoot traction.
Recommended Applications
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Shower Pans & Bathroom Floors: The 2-inch hexagon format produces an abundant grid of grout joints, offering vital underfoot slip resistance in wet shower enclosures and powder rooms.
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Kitchen Backsplashes & Accent Walls: Adds geometric movement and light-reflecting depth behind ranges, prep sinks, and vanity mirrors.
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Shower Niches & Feature Panels: Serves as a textured, elegant backdrop inside recessed shower cutouts, window ledges, and fireplace surrounds.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: NATURAL STONE PRE-SEALING & MORTAR PROTOCOL
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Pre-Sealing Essential: Bianco Carrara is a natural porous marble. Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer to the mosaic sheets prior to grouting to guard against grout haze and pigment absorption.
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Pure White Thin-Set Mortar Required: Always set Carrara marble mosaic using a polymer-modified pure white thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4). Gray thinset will shadow through translucent white marble and permanently alter its color.
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Non-Sanded Grout Selection: Maintain a 1/16" to 1/8" grout joint. Use a non-sanded grout or high-performance flexible grout formulated for delicate natural stone to prevent scratching the marble surface during grouting.
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Dry Laying & Color Blending: Natural stone exhibits natural color and veining shifts across production lots. Open multiple boxes and dry-lay sheets before setting to blend veining movement evenly.
Care & 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 marble surfaces.
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Periodic Resealing: Reapply a quality penetrating stone sealer every 1 to 2 years (or more frequently in heavy shower wet areas) to maintain water repellency and stain defense.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Classic Modern, European Bistro, Modern Farmhouse, Transitional Luxury.
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Visual Advantage: The honeycomb geometry breaks up flat surfaces while the soft Carrara white-and-gray palette keeps the space feeling bright, open, and airy.
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Complementary Finishes: Polished chrome or nickel hardware, warm white oak or painted shaker cabinetry, warm brass or champagne bronze accents, and white quartz or gray-veined marble slab counters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 2" Tuscan Carrara White Hexagon mosaic tile require sealing?
Yes. As genuine Italian marble, it is porous and must be sealed with a penetrating stone sealer prior to grouting and maintained periodically over time.
Is this 2" hexagon tile safe for shower floors?
Yes. It is one of the most popular choices for shower floors because the 2-inch chip size creates frequent grout lines that enhance underfoot traction when wet.
Why is white thinset mortar required for installation?
Bianco Carrara marble has slight translucency. Standard gray thinset mortar will show through the stone, causing dark discoloration or uneven shading across the light background.
