Products Description
Verde Alpi Marble Slab is one of the most famous green marbles in Italy, mined in the Alps (mainly in Piedmont in northern Italy). It has a deep green base and a striking white or light green mesh texture.
Basic characteristics
Color: dark green or dark green base with white, light green or grayish white irregular mesh texture, similar to "cracking" or "lightning pattern".
Texture: It belongs to serpentinized marble, with high hardness (Mohs hardness about 4-5), and excellent gloss after polishing.
Mineral composition: mainly contains serpentine, calcite and a small amount of metal minerals (such as chromium and iron), giving it a unique green color.
Origin and mining
Main mining area: The Alps in Piedmont in northern Italy, close to the French border.
Mining status: Due to limited resources and environmental restrictions, the output of high-quality Verde Alpi is decreasing year by year, and the price is high.
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Testing data |
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Water Absorption: |
0.37% |
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Density: |
2690 kg/cbm |
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Flexural strength: |
33 MPa |
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Compressive strength: |
182 MPa |
Application Scenarios
Verde Alpi Marble Slab is often used in the following areas due to its luxury and durability:
- Architectural decoration: walls and floors of high-end hotel lobbies, theaters, and museums (such as classical buildings in Milan).
- Interior design: kitchen countertops, bathroom basins, stair treads, fireplace finishes.
- Furniture and artwork: tabletops, mosaics, etc.
- Historical examples: Many century-old buildings and churches in Europe have used this stone.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages
Unique beauty: The texture of each stone is unique.
High durability: High hardness, wear resistance and pressure resistance, suitable for long-term use.
Luxury temperament: Dark green tones with white textures create a retro and noble effect.
Disadvantages
Expensive: Due to scarcity and difficulty in mining, the cost is higher than ordinary marble.
High maintenance requirements: Acidic cleaners must be avoided and sealed regularly to prevent color penetration.
Obvious color difference: The color of slabs from different mineral layers may vary greatly, and bulk purchases are required to ensure consistency.
Similar alternative stones
Verde Guatemala: coarser texture, lower price.
Emerald Pearl: Made in Norway, dark green with a metallic luster.
Green Onyx: translucent, softer texture, suitable for decorative purposes.
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