Calacatta Gold Marble Subway Tile

By Tania Melissa
last updated February 18, 2025
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Calacatta Gold White 6x18 Polished Marble Subway Tile
When installing natural stone and marble tile, make sure all your products, substrate, tile, thinset and grout are compatible with each other. Inspect all materials before use and getting started. Dry lay or do a mockup to confirm your layout, grout joint size and that the final look meets your expectations.
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General Notes
- All installations should refer to the most current TCNA manual. Tile Council of North America 864.464.8453 Home - The Tile Council of North America (tcnatile.com)
- All TileBar installation instructions are suggestions. Specific installation questions should be brought to a local tile professional.
- Follow directions on all materials, especially mixing quantities.
- Inspect all materials before using to make sure there are no defects. Installation is acceptance, material claims will not be entertained after install.
- Blending different boxes of tile is recommended before and during installation.
- Ensure proper Safety PPE (ex: Gloves)
Stone Products
As products of nature, dimension stone will have inherent variation in color, shade, and character, included markings and veining, throughout any given lot of material. Water Sensitivity Green colored marble and serpentines can wrap or curl. Filled voids can polish differently from the actual stone it fills.
Marble Subway Tile
We love the latest kitchen backsplash ideas for 2021 and beyond, but sometimes a classic marble subway tile is just what your design needs! These traditional home design elements for a marble subway tile backsplash, shower, fireplace surround, or floor, typically measure 3 x 6 or occasionally 4 x 12 and come in honed or polished finishes. Whether youre looking for a white marble tile in timeless Calacatta gold or Bianco Carrara, or want to go to the dark side with black subway tiles like Nero Marquina, weve got the best online tile shop for these beautiful natural stone designs!
Some of the most popular choices for a white kitchen backsplash are our Bianco Carrara marble subway tiles! The stone veining in the Italian marble adds a natural texture to a white kitchen tile wall while remaining timeless and elegant. Theyre perfect for a casually elegant kitchen with a stunning white marble tile wall. Add a glamorous detail with Calacatta Gold subway tiles in polished or honed finishes to add dramatic gray and gold veins that are hallmarks of this exclusive and luxurious marble! Match with Calacatta Gold slab countertops and find the perfect shade of white paint for your kitchen cabinets to create a gorgeous space to cook and entertain!
Looking for something a little darker? You cant go wrong with black marble subway tiles in our Nero Marquina - the dramatic white veins are part of the allure of these polished black stones for a modern industrial kitchen or a subway tile bathroom with moody glamour. You can even add a rustic finish with neutral marble tiles in Wooden Beige, or a French country kitchen backsplash with Crema Marfil marble subway tiles for a Provence feel.
If youre wondering how to install marble subway tile, the possibilities are endless! They can be used in any of the classic subway tile layouts like the running bond or vertical stack bond to minimize grout lines - or you can get creative! Install our Wooden Beige 4 x 12 honed marble tiles like this herringbone backsplash layout to create movement and detail. The wood look stone in these neutral marble tiles was a great complement to the open shelves and modern farmhouse style of the Colorado new build home. You can play around with other subway tile patterns to find the perfect look for your kitchen, bathroom, or marble subway tile shower wall!
Wondering where to install these stunning natural stones to give your home or business the perfect flair? Theyre one of the most popular kitchen backsplash wall tiles thanks to the natural beauty and timeless elegance of marble. Simply wipe down white marble subway backsplash tiles regularly to keep cooking splashes from staining, and check out our tips on how to keep marble tiles clean and luminous.
Thanks to their durable nature, you can create a marble subway floor in your home, office, or an upscale dining establishment! They can withstand heavy foot traffic and the grout lines offer a slip-resistant flooring. Create a luxurious spa at home with a walk-in shower with a subway tile wall and floor, and add the perfect gold faucet and fixtures to complement the warm tones. You can also add a tiled fireplace facing with marble subway patterns to give your living room charm and flair.
One of the biggest influences on the overall appearance and feel of your marble tiles is the grout you choose! Picking a matching grout helps to reduce the lines in your design and creates the appearance of a seamless marble slab kitchen wall or shower design. You can also create a dramatic contrast with a black marble subway tile and bright white grout, or vice versa!
Looking to add even more detail to your backsplash, shower, or entryway wall? Try an etched marble subway tile to combine the beauty of natural stone with an alluring pattern. Wood grain, dots, even gator print - thats totally animal friendly - can give your walls a stunning finishing touch or your floors added slip-protection. Give your interior a luxurious design with a beveled edge Calacatta Gold subway tile.
- Bardiglio Gray Dark Grey Marble 6" (from point to point) hexagon tile; 3/8" thickness; Honed finish
- Price per tile; Factory Direct, Meets your needs at a very low cost
- First Quality; Natural Beauty; Carefully Selected; Consistent in size and finish
Premium Grade Bardiglio Gray Marble Hexagon tiles. Italian Gray Bardiglio Marble Honed 6 inch Hex Wall & Floor Tiles are perfect for any interior/exterior projects. The 6 inch Dark Grey Marble Bardiglio Carrara Marble Hexagonal tiles can be used for a kitchen backsplash, bathroom flooring, shower surround, dining room, entryway, corridor, balcony, spa, pool, fountain, etc. Our Premium Bardiglio Grey Marble Honeycomb tiles with a large selection of coordinating products is available and includes brick, herringbone, basketweave mosaics, 12x12, 18x18, 24x24, subway tiles, moldings, borders, and more. It also called Bardiglio Scuro, Grey Bardilla Marble, Bardiglietto Massa Marble, Bardiglietto Chiaro Marble, Marmi Carrara Bardiglietto.
- Number of Pieces Included: 1
- Sq. ft. in 1 Quantity: 0.16
- Individual Tile
Calacatta Gold 3x6 Beveled Marble Tile
Calacatta Gold3x6 Beveled Subway Tile
A classic Italian polished white marble accented by soft grey and gold veining, Calacatta Gold is a highly desired luxurious stone. Its sophisticated and elegant appearance has graced beautiful homes for centuries.
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
https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
MATERIAL INSPECTION
Our stones are natural products. For this reason, there will be naturally occurring variations in the color, pattern, texture, and veining that may differ from what was pictured. Before you begin installation, please inspect the goods for any damage or defects such as chipped edges, broken pieces. We cannot make any adjustments or provide service after the installation has begun.
INSTALLATION
We recommend that you dry-fit your pattern first. Think about the cuts in advance and visualize the installation. Make sure that you practice laying out the pattern. This will also help you plan out the placement of the pieces, which is especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation.
To avoid affecting the color of the tile, we highly recommend using white thinset mortar. For faster installation, use a rapid curing thinset mortar.
- Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
- Grout joint should be a minimum of 1/16 and not butt set.
- Use a 3/16" or 1/4" square notch trowel when installing our marble material
- Prior to fixing the tiles in the mortar bed, use the flat side of the trowel prior to smooth down the ridges.
GROUTING
- For all-natural stone, we suggest using non-sanded grout in order to prevent scratching.
- Before grouting, test an area to make sure the stone surface will not scratch.
- Grout joints should be packed full. Do not leave pits or voids.
- Clean excess grout as you work. Do not let it harden completely.
- Never use acids to clean grout haze.
- Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints.
- We highly recommend applying grout release prior to grouting the tile to facilitate cleaning and for protection against staining from contrasting color grouts.
SEAL
After the stone is installed and grouted, seal the stone with an appropriate high-quality breathable stone sealer. This will minimize the potential for water absorption, efflorescence, and staining. If needed, a color enhancer may be applied to bring out the true color of the stone at any time after grouting. You may choose to reseal the tile when the stone gets darker or as needed.
CUTTING
For the best results, use a wet-saw with a new, continuous rim diamond blade designed to cut marble. Do not use turbo or other notched blades designed for use with porcelain or ceramic: such teeth can result in a coarse cut, leading to a heavily chipped edge.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
For normal care and maintenance of stone tiles, clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap, or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth. To avoid leaving a film or causing streaks, avoid using too much cleaner or soap. When cleaning marble or limestone, do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar, or other acids. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.
Calacatta Gold 2x8 Marble Tile
Calacatta Gold 2" x 8" Subway Tile
A classic Italian polished white marble accented by soft grey and gold veining, Calacatta Gold is a highly desired luxurious stone. Its sophisticated and elegant appearance has graced beautiful homes for centuries
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
https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
MATERIAL INSPECTION
Our stones are natural products. For this reason, there will be naturally occurring variations in the color, pattern, texture, and veining that may differ from what was pictured. Before you begin installation, please inspect the goods for any damage or defects such as chipped edges, broken pieces. We cannot make any adjustments or provide service after the installation has begun.
INSTALLATION
We recommend that you dry-fit your pattern first. Think about the cuts in advance and visualize the installation. Make sure that you practice laying out the pattern. This will also help you plan out the placement of the pieces, which is especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation.
To avoid affecting the color of the tile, we highly recommend using white thinset mortar. For faster installation, use a rapid curing thinset mortar.
- Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
- Grout joint should be a minimum of 1/16 and not butt set.
- Use a 3/16" or 1/4" square notch trowel when installing our marble material
- Prior to fixing the tiles in the mortar bed, use the flat side of the trowel prior to smooth down the ridges.
GROUTING
- For all-natural stone, we suggest using non-sanded grout in order to prevent scratching.
- Before grouting, test an area to make sure the stone surface will not scratch.
- Grout joints should be packed full. Do not leave pits or voids.
- Clean excess grout as you work. Do not let it harden completely.
- Never use acids to clean grout haze.
- Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints.
- We highly recommend applying grout release prior to grouting the tile to facilitate cleaning and for protection against staining from contrasting color grouts.
SEAL
After the stone is installed and grouted, seal the stone with an appropriate high-quality breathable stone sealer. This will minimize the potential for water absorption, efflorescence, and staining. If needed, a color enhancer may be applied to bring out the true color of the stone at any time after grouting. You may choose to reseal the tile when the stone gets darker or as needed.
CUTTING
For the best results, use a wet-saw with a new, continuous rim diamond blade designed to cut marble. Do not use turbo or other notched blades designed for use with porcelain or ceramic: such teeth can result in a coarse cut, leading to a heavily chipped edge.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
For normal care and maintenance of stone tiles, clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap, or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth. To avoid leaving a film or causing streaks, avoid using too much cleaner or soap. When cleaning marble or limestone, do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar, or other acids. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.