{"product_id":"calacatta-gold-marble-hand-made-custom-shampoo-niche-shelf-large-honed","title":"4x4 Nero Marquina Tumbled","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT TITLE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNero Marquina 4\" x 4\" Tumbled Marble Tile - Premium Black Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the perfect balance of bold color and rustic texture with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4x4 Nero Marquina Tumbled Marble Tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Sourced from the famous quarries of Spain, Nero Marquina is a high-quality black marble world-renowned for its deep, midnight-black base and striking white calcite veining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile Nero Marquina is often seen in high-polish formats, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTumbled Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides an \"Old World\" charm. The edges are softly rounded and the surface is slightly distressed, giving the stone a weathered, matte appearance that feels timeless and grounded. The classic 4x4 square format is making a major comeback in \"Modern Mediterranean\" and \"Spanish Colonial\" designs, offering a tactile, slip-resistant surface that adds instant character to any room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Spanish Black Marble:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Authentic Nero Marquina with iconic, high-contrast white veining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTumbled \"Antiqued\" Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft, rounded edges and a matte, distressed surface for a rustic, lived-in feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable 4x4 Format:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The thick, square cut is ideal for creating traditional checkerboard patterns or solid textured walls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Traction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The tumbled texture provides inherent slip resistance, making it safer for wet areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Aesthetic:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Complements everything from rustic farmhouse kitchens to moody, modern industrial bathrooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Nero Marquina Marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4\" x 4\" (Individual Tiles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tumbled (Matte\/Distressed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep Black with White Veining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\/8\" (Standard)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kitchen Backsplashes, Shower Floors, Entryways, and Fireplace Surrounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does \"Tumbled\" mean for Nero Marquina?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTumbling is a process where the marble tiles are placed in a vibrating drum with abrasives. This wears down the sharp edges and creates a soft, matte texture. It removes the \"stiffness\" of marble, making it look like it has been installed for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use these for a checkerboard floor?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely. Pairing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4x4 Nero Marquina Tumbled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4x4 Carrara White Tumbled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tile is a classic design choice. The tumbled edges create a softer, more \"shabby-chic\" version of the traditional high-polish checkerboard floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the white veining vary between tiles?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. As a natural stone, some tiles may be almost pure black, while others will feature heavy \"lightning bolt\" white veins. We recommend \"dry-laying\" your 4x4 tiles before installation to ensure a beautiful, randomized distribution of the veining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat grout color is best for Tumbled Nero Marquina?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a seamless, moody look, use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharcoal or Black grout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If you want to highlight the individual 4x4 squares and the rustic tumbled edges, use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Gray or Tan grout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to create a \"cobblestone\" effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this tile need to be sealed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Nero Marquina is a natural marble and is porous. We highly recommend a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epenetrating sealer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If you want the black color to look deep and \"wet\" without adding shine, use an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhancing Sealer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMAINTENANCE TIPS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Seal Before Grouting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because the edges are tumbled and porous, grout can get trapped in the surface. Sealing before you grout makes cleanup much easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Acid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never use vinegar or lemon-based cleaners. These will etch the marble and can cause \"blooming\" (white spots) on the black stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweep Regularly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tumbled surfaces can trap more dust than polished ones. A quick sweep or vacuum with a soft brush attachment keeps the stone looking crisp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Flooring Depot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47709431300355,"sku":"whitemarbel29","price":11.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/7254\/2467\/files\/IMG_0258.webp?v=1770234784","url":"https:\/\/americanflooringdepot.com\/products\/calacatta-gold-marble-hand-made-custom-shampoo-niche-shelf-large-honed","provider":"American Flooring Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}