Rouge Antique - red marble of natural origin

Technical characteristics of the Rouge Antique

Geologically it is a metamorphic/sedimentary rock (brecciated limestone) with a predominantly carbonate composition (calcite). Being a strictly carbonate matrix material, it is highly sensitive to food and chemical acids (such as lemon, vinegar, wine, juices and anti-limescale detergents) and is subject to immediate opacification or corrosion when exposed to acidic substances. It has excellent compactness and good structural density; however, due to its complex brecciated nature and natural grain, the slabs benefit greatly from traditional vacuum resin and back screening treatments during processing.

Applications in design

– luxury vertical flooring and cladding: an excellent choice for creating interior flooring, skirting, cornices, and wall cladding in historic residences, period buildings, and top-of-the-line hotels.

– bookmatch compositions: the strong definition of the light-veined lattice on the purple background enhances the mirrored pose for the creation of scenographic accent walls in salons and state lobbies.

– designer bathroom and vanity top rooms: widely used for scenic vanity tops, shower walls and bathtub linings (after applying suitable stain-resistant protective treatments).

– elements of classic architecture and design: perfect for making tops for dining tables, consoles, monumental portals, columns, art inlays and cladding for classic and traditional fireplaces.