{"product_id":"tuscan-3x6-calacatta-gold-premium-italian-marble-tile","title":"Tuscan 3X6 Calacatta Gold Premium Italian Marble Tile","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_0c402e05b5cecf4b\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTuscan 3\" x 6\" Calacatta Gold Premium Italian Marble Tile\u003c\/b\u003e is an ultra-luxurious, natural stone subway tile quarried from the prestigious Apuan Alps in Carrara, Italy. Celebrated worldwide for its distinctive warm aesthetic, Calacatta Gold features a luminous, creamy white background accented by bold feathering of gold, honey amber, warm taupe, and soft gray veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic \u003cb\u003e3\" x 6\" subway format\u003c\/b\u003e (a 1:2 architectural ratio) provides unmatched versatility, allowing for running bond, herringbone, vertical stack, or basketweave layouts across kitchen backsplashes, primary bath surrounds, and residential flooring fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard \/ Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Authentic Italian Calacatta Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Metamorphic Limestone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarrara Region, Tuscany, Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian Quarry Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\" Width x 6\" Length (~7.6 cm x 15.2 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Subway Format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/8\" (~10 mm Calibrated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Structural Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished (High Gloss) or Honed (Smooth Matte)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish Dependent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicro-Beveled or Precision Straight Cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRectified Edge Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eShade Variation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV3 to V4 (High Natural Color \u0026amp; Veining Variation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Natural Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow (\u0026lt; 0.5%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASTM C97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKitchen Backsplashes, Shower Walls, Bathroom Floors, Feature Walls, Fireplace Surrounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Wet \u0026amp; Dry Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKitchen \u0026amp; Bar Backsplashes:\u003c\/b\u003e Elevates culinary spaces with timeless warmth and dramatic natural veining behind countertops and ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Bathrooms \u0026amp; Showers:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for luxury shower walls, tub surrounds, vanity backsplashes, and bathroom floor fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFireplace Facades \u0026amp; Feature Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e Adds architectural detail and warm organic movement to living rooms and entryways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: NATURAL MARBLE MORTAR \u0026amp; SEALING PROTOCOL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhite Thinset Mortar Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Calacatta Gold is a translucent, light-colored natural stone. \u003cb\u003eNever use gray thinset mortar\u003c\/b\u003e, as dark mortar will bleed through the stone body and dull its crisp white and gold background. Always set using an ANSI A118.4 \/ A118.15-compliant \u003cb\u003epure white\u003c\/b\u003e polymer-modified thinset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSealing Strategy:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural marble is porous and susceptible to moisture staining and chemical etching. Apply a premium solvent-based penetrating\/impregnating sealer (such as Miracle Sealants 511 Impregnator or StoneTech® BulletProof®) \u003cb\u003eprior to grouting\u003c\/b\u003e to protect the tile from absorbing grout dyes, and reapply after full grout cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDry Layout (Blending):\u003c\/b\u003e Pull tiles from multiple boxes during installation to blend natural color shifts, gold ribboning, and gray veining density evenly across the wall or floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrout Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair with a non-sanded grout (for polished stone) or fine acrylic grout in \u003ci\u003e\"Bright White\"\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e\"Soft Cream\"\u003c\/i\u003e, or \u003ci\u003e\"Warm Slate\"\u003c\/i\u003e to complement the natural marble veining without scratching polished surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWet Saw Cutting:\u003c\/b\u003e Always use a diamond-blade wet saw designed for natural stone to avoid chipping edges during custom corner cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean exclusively with pH-neutral stone cleaners or warm water with mild soap. Never use acidic cleaners, vinegar, bleach, or abrasive scouring pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEtch Prevention:\u003c\/b\u003e Wipe up acidic substances (wine, citrus juice, toothpaste, perfume) immediately to avoid dull spots (etching).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eResealing Schedule:\u003c\/b\u003e Reapply an impregnating penetrating sealer every \u003cb\u003e12 to 18 months\u003c\/b\u003e in high-moisture environments like shower walls and wet 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\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuscan Villa Luxury, Transitional Organic, Classic European Elegance, and High-End Spa Sanctuaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePopular Layout Patterns:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHerringbone:\u003c\/i\u003e Set at a 45-degree angle for dynamic visual energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTraditional Running Bond (Subway):\u003c\/i\u003e Staggered 50% for a timeless look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVertical Stack:\u003c\/i\u003e Aligned straight up for a contemporary height-enhancing effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplementary Accents:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlacquered brass, champagne bronze, warm oak cabinetry, polished nickel hardware, and Calacatta or warm quartz countertops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the nominal tile size?\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\" × 6\". Confirm actual dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill pieces vary?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Natural marble can differ in color and veining; inspect and blend pieces before setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"heytiles","offers":[{"title":"Polished","offer_id":44183874666743,"sku":"whitemarble164","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Honed","offer_id":44183874699511,"sku":"whitemarble165","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/IMG_4415.png?v=1785868276","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/tuscan-3x6-calacatta-gold-premium-italian-marble-tile","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}