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Product Overview
Diana Royal 12" x 24" x 3cm Sandblasted Natural Marble Pavers bring refined Mediterranean elegance, serene ivory-cream tones, and heavy-duty outdoor structural performance to luxury patios, pool decks, and garden walkways. Mined from natural marble deposits, Diana Royal is celebrated for its soft cream and warm beige background interwoven with light taupe and delicate fossilized veining.
The classic 12" x 24" rectangular format offers high visual versatility, allowing for linear straight-stacked, 33% offset, or 90-degree herringbone patio layouts. At a substantial 3 cm (~1.25") thickness, these pavers provide exceptional flexural strength for outdoor hardscaping. Finished with a specialized sandblasted texture, the stone surface is lightly abraded to create an anti-slip, tactile finish that remains safe underfoot when wet while feeling remarkably comfortable to walk on in bare feet.
Recommended Applications
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Pool Decks & Waterline Surrounds: The sandblasted texture delivers high slip resistance around wet pool perimeters, while the pale cream marble stays cool under direct sunlight.
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Outdoor Patios & Terrace Decks: Creates an expansive, light-enhancing stone floor canvas that anchors outdoor dining sets, lounge areas, and fire pits.
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Garden Walkways & Stepping Paths: Offers a heavy-duty 3cm structural stone floor that easily handles heavy outdoor furniture and extreme weather exposure.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: European Villa, Coastal Modern, Mediterranean Resort, French Countryside.
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Visual Advantage: Warm creamy-ivory tones reflect natural light and pair seamlessly with green landscaping and outdoor water features.
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Complementary Finishes: Pairs beautifully with Diana Royal pool coping, natural teak outdoor furniture, wrought iron accents, and white or sky-blue pool tile.
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 | LPAVMDIAROY1224SB |
|---|---|
| Brand | MS International |
| Sold by | Piece |
| Sq ft per unit | 2.0 |
| Price per sq ft | $9.60 |
| Coverage per unit (sq ft) | 2.0 |
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property | Value / Specification | Notes / Compliance |
| Material Type | 100% Genuine Natural Marble | High-Density Exterior Natural Stone |
| Series / Colorway | Diana Royal | Warm Cream, Soft Ivory, Beige & Light Taupe |
| Nominal Dimensions | 12" W x 24" L (30.5 cm x 61 cm) | Classic Large-Format Rectangular Paver |
| Thickness | 3 cm (Approx. 1.25" / 30 mm) | Heavy-Duty Structural Exterior Profile |
| Surface Finish | Sandblasted | Tactile Non-Skid Texture (Ideal for Wet Areas) |
| Color Profile | Light Cream / Soft Warm Beige | Moderate Natural Stone Variation (V2-V3) |
| Heat Retention | Low Heat Retention | Stays Cool Under Direct Sun Contact |
| Recommended Applications | Outdoor Patios, Pool Decks, Walkways, Courtyards, Driveways* | Exterior Horizontal & Heavy-Traffic Hardscapes |
*For vehicular driveway applications, ensure proper compacted sub-base and thick white mortar bed setting.
Installation and Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: 3CM NATURAL MARBLE PAVER INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Dry-Set or Mortar-Set Versatility: At 3 cm (1.25") thickness, these marble pavers can be dry-laid over a compacted crushed aggregate/sand bed for casual patios or mortared directly onto a cured concrete slab for pool decks and driveways.
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Setting Mortar Selection: When mortaring over concrete, set stones using a polymer-modified Large & Heavy Tile (LFT) pure white thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.15). White mortar prevents dark shadowing through translucent light marble.
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100% Mortar Bed Coverage: Back-butter the rear of each stone piece to guarantee complete mortar coverage, eliminating air pockets where water could pool and cause freeze-thaw damage.
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Penetrating Stone Sealer Required: Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer after installation to protect against organic leaf staining, barbecue grease, and saltwater or pool chemical exposure.
Care and Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Hose down periodically or clean using a soft bristle broom with warm water and a neutral pH natural stone cleaner.
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Avoid Acidic Cleaners: Never use muriatic acid, vinegar, or harsh acidic chemicals on natural marble, as acids will etch calcium carbonate stone.
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Periodic Resealing: Reapply a penetrating stone sealer every 2 to 3 years to maintain water repellency and stain defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Diana Royal Sandblasted Marble stay cool under bare feet in summer?
Yes! Light-colored natural marbles reflect a high percentage of solar radiation, keeping pool decks and patios significantly cooler for bare feet than concrete, dark stone, or brick pavers.
What is the advantage of a sandblasted finish for outdoor marble?
Sandblasting creates micro-texture on the stone surface, producing superior slip resistance when wet without sacrificing the natural beauty or soft texture of the stone.
Can 12" x 24" x 3cm pavers be laid in a herringbone pattern?
Yes! Because 12" x 24" pavers have a 1:2 aspect ratio, they can be set in linear stacked, 33% offset, or classic 90-degree herringbone patterns.
Matching Trims & Accessories
Coordinating trim and accessories for this look. Check the profile, thickness, and finish before ordering.
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