{"product_id":"tuscan-calacatta-gold-jumbo-basketweave-mosaic","title":"Tuscan Calacatta Gold Jumbo Basketweave Mosaic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_972e940bf2d1890a\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTuscan Calacatta Gold Jumbo Basketweave Mosaic\u003c\/b\u003e combines classic Italian marble luxury with a bold, oversized weave pattern. Crafted from authentic Tuscan Calacatta Gold marble, each sheet features enlarged rectangular subway chips woven around square accent dots, highlighting the stone’s signature bright white background infused with rich gold, amber, and subtle warm gray veining.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eThe smooth, honed finish yields a refined, low-sheen satin appearance that enhances the natural luminescence of Calacatta marble. Mounted on flexible mesh backing sheets, this jumbo basketweave format scales up a traditional pattern—delivering grand visual proportion, timeless elegance, and reliable layout structure across high-end residential and commercial spaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\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\u003eNotes \/ 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 Gold Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Natural Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJumbo Basketweave Mosaic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMesh-Backed Interlocking Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eChip Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOversized Rectangular Bar \u0026amp; Square Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScaled-Up Classic Basketweave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheet Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 12\" x 12\" (1 sq. ft.) 2x4 Chip Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMesh-Mounted Sheet\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\u003eApprox. 3\/8 in. (9.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensional Natural Stone\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\u003eHoned, Polished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, Low-Gloss Satin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm White with Gold, Honey, \u0026amp; Gray Veining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Natural Shade Variation (V3)\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\u003eStraight Cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Grouted Joint Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Floors \u0026amp; Walls, Backsplashes, Shower Areas*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry \u0026amp; Wet Interior Locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e*For wet-area or shower installations, confirm site-specific waterproofing guidelines and natural stone setting requirements prior to ordering.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Bathroom \u0026amp; Shower Floors:\u003c\/b\u003e The enlarged basketweave layout creates a refined floor grid where frequent grout joints add natural underfoot traction in wet areas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKitchen Backsplashes \u0026amp; Accent Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e Brings warm metallic gold veining and classic architectural texture behind ranges, vanity mirrors, or feature walls.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEntryways \u0026amp; Foyer Floors:\u003c\/b\u003e Dense natural marble provides an opulent, long-lasting surface for entry halls, mudrooms, and luxury powder rooms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT: NATURAL MARBLE PRE-SEALING \u0026amp; MORTAR PROTOCOL\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Sealing Essential:\u003c\/b\u003e Calacatta Gold is a porous natural marble. Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer to the tile sheets \u003cb\u003eprior to grouting\u003c\/b\u003e to protect against grout haze and pigment absorption.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure White Thin-Set Mortar Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Always set Calacatta marble using a high-performance, polymer-modified \u003cb\u003epure white thin-set mortar\u003c\/b\u003e (ANSI A118.4). Gray or dark mortars will bleed through translucent light marble and permanently discolor the stone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDry Laying \u0026amp; Color Blending:\u003c\/b\u003e Calacatta Gold naturally features varying degrees of golden and gray veining across tiles. Inspect and dry-lay sheets from multiple boxes before setting to achieve an even, balanced distribution of shade and veining.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWet-Area Waterproofing:\u003c\/b\u003e Shower applications require an approved, code-compliant waterproofing system beneath the tile. Stone, mortar, grout, and sealers do not replace the underlying waterproof membrane.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean regularly with warm water and a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Avoid vinegar, bleach, ammonia, or acidic bathroom cleaners, which will etch marble surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriodic Resealing:\u003c\/b\u003e Reapply a quality penetrating sealer every 1 to 2 years (or as needed in heavy water-exposure areas) to maintain stain and water protection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuscan Villa, Italian Modernism, Classic Luxury Spa, Modern European Elegance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e The enlarged \"jumbo\" proportion modernizes a traditional pattern, giving small and large rooms alike an expansive, high-end stone carpet appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplementary Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlacquered brass and champagne bronze hardware, warm natural white oak millwork, polished nickel fixtures, and creamy quartz or marble slab counters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Calacatta Gold marble require sealing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eYes. Being a natural marble, Calacatta Gold is porous and must be sealed with a penetrating sealer to guard against liquid staining, oils, and soap scum buildup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan this jumbo basketweave mosaic be used on shower floors?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eYes. Honed marble basketweave mosaics are widely used on shower floors when installed over a properly sloped, waterproofed substrate using white thin-set mortar and appropriate sealers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy does Calacatta Gold tile vary in color from sheet to sheet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eCalacatta Gold is quarried natural stone. Variations in background whiteness, golden undertones, and gray veining are natural characteristics that make each installation unique.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container unknown\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hey Tiles","offers":[{"title":"Polished","offer_id":51002468827383,"sku":"CalJBW-1","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Honed","offer_id":51002468860151,"sku":"CalJBW-2","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/IMG_4440.png?v=1786051428","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/tuscan-calacatta-gold-jumbo-basketweave-mosaic","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}