{"product_id":"nero-marquina-24-x-24-polished-spanish-marble-tile","title":"Nero Marquina 24\" × 24\" Polished Spanish Marble Tile","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNero Marquina 24\" × 24\" Polished Marble Tile\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a bold architectural surface through the dramatic contrast of deep black natural stone and expressive white veining. Quarried in northern Spain and commercially recognized as one of the world’s most distinctive black marbles, Nero Marquina brings depth, movement, and unmistakable luxury to interior floors and walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-polish finish intensifies the stone’s rich black coloration while reflecting light across its naturally varied white and pale-gray veining. Its generous 24\" square format reduces the number of grout joints and allows the marble’s dramatic pattern to become the visual focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for entryways, living areas, bathroom walls, suitable interior floors, fireplace surrounds, and commercial feature installations, Nero Marquina works equally well in classical, Art Deco, and contemporary interiors.\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\u003cth\u003eNotes\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 Nero Marquina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommercial Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural 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3\/8\"–1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy and Light Reflective\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight-Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVeining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite and Pale Gray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShade Variation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Stone 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Substrate flatness, proper mortar selection, complete coverage, careful handling, and qualified installation are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerify Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the thickness of the current Hey Tiles inventory before ordering adjoining materials, profiles, drains, or trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspect Before Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Examine every tile under the project’s permanent lighting. Check color, veining, dimensions, finish, edge condition, and thickness before setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-Lay the Floor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrange the tiles before installation to balance heavily veined, lightly veined, darker, and lighter pieces throughout the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate a Veining Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotate and reposition pieces to create either continuous visual movement or a more random natural-stone layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare a Flat Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-format tile requires an exceptionally flat, structurally sound substrate. Correct high and low areas before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMortar Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a premium white Large and Heavy Tile mortar approved for natural marble and the installation environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture-Sensitivity Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test the setting material on spare stone. If the marble reacts to moisture, use a rapid-setting or epoxy system specifically approved for moisture-sensitive natural stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMortar Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directionally trowel the mortar and back-butter every tile. Obtain at least 80% coverage in dry interiors and 95% coverage in wet installations, with complete support at edges and corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeveling and Lippage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use appropriate large-format installation methods and continuously verify elevation between adjoining tiles. A leveling system assists alignment but does not correct an uneven substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Joint:\u003c\/strong\u003e A joint of approximately 1\/16\" to 1\/8\" may be considered depending on tile calibration, substrate conditions, and installer recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use unsanded grout or fine-aggregate grout approved for polished marble. Test it on spare material to confirm that it will not scratch or stain the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a penetrating sealer approved for polished black marble before grouting. Test first because some products can alter the color or sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet Areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install shower walls over a complete waterproofing system. Stone sealer does not replace waterproofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Accommodation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Include perimeter and field movement joints according to TCNA EJ171 and applicable construction requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet-cut with a clean, continuous-rim diamond blade designed for marble. Support the tile fully and follow appropriate crystalline-silica safety procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Allowance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchase approximately 10–15% additional material for cuts, veining selection, breakage, and future repairs. Diagonal or patterned installations may require more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Floor-Use Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished surface can become slippery when wet. This 24\" × 24\" format is not recommended for shower floors, pool decks, or continuously wet walking surfaces without documented slip-resistance approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Nero Marquina may also contain veins, mineral lines, fissures, or factory reinforcement. These characteristics should be evaluated during the dry-layout process. Consult a qualified stone installer for commercial floors, high-traffic areas, or installations exposed to rolling loads.\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 polished natural marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use vinegar, lemon, acidic bathroom cleaners, bleach, abrasive powders, or aggressive degreasers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe spills promptly, especially citrus, wine, coffee, oils, cosmetics, and strongly pigmented liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse microfiber cloths, soft mops, or non-abrasive pads to preserve the polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace protective pads beneath furniture and use entry mats to reduce tracked-in grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid dragging furniture, appliances, or sharp objects across the marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReseal periodically according to exposure, use, and the sealer manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional refinishing can restore marble that has become scratched, etched, or dulled over time.\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\u003eNero Marquina is a genuine natural stone. Differences in black intensity, white veining, mineral deposits, fossils, clouding, surface markings, and factory reinforcement are expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome pieces may display delicate white lines, while others contain broad or intersecting veins. These differences create the material’s characteristic appearance and are not considered manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect and blend material from all crates or cartons before installation. Installation constitutes acceptance of the stone’s natural color, pattern, and structural characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Deco, contemporary luxury, European classicism, modern minimalism, and boutique hospitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep black with dramatic white and pale-gray natural veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The polished finish and large format create an expansive, mirror-like stone surface with fewer grout interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayout Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight grid, diagonal, checkerboard, framed border, and book-matched-inspired arrangements where the available veining permits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Stones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thassos White, Calacatta Gold, Bianco Dolomite, Carrara White, and Crema Marfil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark walnut, white oak, smoked glass, lacquered cabinetry, and warm plaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementary Metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished brass, champagne bronze, chrome, polished nickel, and matte black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Grout Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black or charcoal creates a continuous surface; pale gray or white strongly defines each tile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Nero Marquina genuine marble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is commercially classified and sold as marble. Geologically, Nero Marquina is a fine-grained black limestone traditionally quarried in the Basque region of northern Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one tile cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nominal 24\" × 24\" tile covers approximately four square feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the thickness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Hey Tiles page does not specify thickness. Comparable 24\" × 24\" Nero Marquina tiles are commonly produced in approximately 3\/8\" or 1\/2\" thicknesses. Confirm the actual inventory before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Nero Marquina require sealing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Apply a penetrating sealer approved for polished black marble before grouting and reseal periodically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this tile be installed on a shower wall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, when installed over a complete waterproofing system using mortar and grout approved for natural marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be installed on a shower floor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished 24\" × 24\" format is not recommended for shower floors because it provides limited grout traction and may become slippery when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Nero Marquina be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExterior use is not recommended without written supplier approval. Freeze-thaw exposure, moisture, sunlight, and weathering can affect polished marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill every tile have the same amount of white veining?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Veining can range from fine, widely spaced lines to bold, intersecting patterns. Dry-lay and blend the tiles before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Nero Marquina be paired with white marble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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