Marble worktop for a kitchen full of character

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Marble is one of those natural stones that we love for its authentic, luxurious and versatile appearance. Whether you’re looking for ideas for new kitchen design or renovating an older space, this marble kitchenware gallery will show you how this beautiful stone can transform your interior!

Marble worktop and modern kitchen interior with wood keys

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Did you know that, in ancient times, marble was considered as a precious stone that it was one of the main reasons for the colonization of new territories in the Mediterranean basin? An expensive and highly appreciated product, marble has continued to adorn traditional kitchens in the region for many, many years. No wonder, then, that today it is still one of the classic choices for interior design in Greece, Italy, Spain and Portugal.

Marble worktop layout on kitchen island with hobs: a practical solution for the interior

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In fact, for many years, this stone was reserved for the decoration of sumptuous and luxurious spaces. It is believed that this period in the history of the use of marble has given it its reputation as a luxury material, worthy of adorning the most desirable urban residences and country villas.

Kitchen with modern central island in marble and modern design wood

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White kitchen counter with white marble cladding and hob

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Moreover, we inherited this idea of ​​marble as a noble and refined stone of the Renaissance period during which Europeans rediscovered the art of classical antiquity and the exemplary beauty of many Greek and Roman sculptures made of fine marble white color.

Deco kitchen idea with white marble worktop and center island with black furniture

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Produced by many European countries, the best known are Greece, Italy and Spain, but also in other regions of the South and North of our continent, this stone is now accessible to almost all French homes. However, this has not changed its reputation as a luxurious and sophisticated material.

Modern kitchen decor with white low furniture, credenza and gray marble worktop

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It is for this reason that marble continues to appeal to many people and remains one of the favorite types of stone for Europeans when it comes to the choice of kitchen coverings, worktops and credentials for this product. Room of the house.

Kitchen with island, bar and white marble surfaces on the worktop and credence

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Marble is a metamorphic stone formed under the pressure of heat or crystals of calcite. It is therefore a robust stone but very porous too.

Kitchen worktop around the sink with marble and wood surfaces

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All this means, therefore, that it is fragile and is more exposed to stains and scratches than are other types of stone.

Modern style kitchen with white marble bar counter and low wooden furniture

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As a result, a marble worktop is never identical to another and each interior with marble countertop or cladding has its own identity.

Kitchen interior with island in gray and white marble countertop

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This characteristic of the stone also gives it its elegant and authentic appearance that one has learned to appreciate and to love in interiors of all styles.

Small space kitchen deco with white tile and marble worktop

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Moreover, this is a quality stone that we can not escape once we installed a marble coating in his house. Better to know it before making your choice, to weigh its advantages and disadvantages!

Idea of ​​renovation of traditional kitchen with central island dressed in veined marble

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As you can see, marble (and especially the white varieties of this kind of stone) is an ideal material for the decoration or for the renovation of a traditional and contemporary kitchen.

Traditional marble kitchen sink and dark wood furniture

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This type of surface combines nicely with wooden furniture, light or dark, which are typical for this kind of interiors.

Traditional kitchen decoration and renovation idea with marble surfaces and white furniture

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But that’s not all: thanks to its rich and inseparable history of the evolution of our conception of craftsmanship and art, marble evokes the idea of ​​a certain know-how and a expertise.

Kitchen interior design with black stone worktop and color bar painting idea

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And these are qualities that this stone seems to be able, by some miracle, to transfer to those passionate about the culinary art using a marble worktop!

Stone kitchen worktop and decoration with hanging glass fixtures

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Because, like wood, this stone seems to carry in itself all the knowledge and experience that we have accumulated since the time we discovered the properties of these two materials.

Open kitchen interior design with stone worktop with jamb

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Unlike other types of stone that typically remain attached to one or two decorating styles, the marble worktop has successfully adapted to modern style kitchens.

Kitchen island counter, black marble bar and modern interior with metal surfaces

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Here is an example of such an interior organized around a central island black and covered with a marble worktop of the same color. Some brilliant touches and metallic surfaces indicate that we are well in a modern style space.

Worktop with white marble jamb and wooden kitchen furniture

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Counters with jambs are often made of marble since this kind of sturdy stone is an excellent way to protect the facades of kitchen islands and modern bars. What a great way to create a focal point in a modern style kitchen!

Kitchen decor with marble credenza and practical stone worktop

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All types of marble are not identical and it is precisely for this reason that the price of a marble worktop can vary depending on the type of stone chosen.

Small kitchen island with compact stools and marble work surface

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Today, Italian marbles are among the most popular and best-selling in the world. Two of the varieties from quarries in Italy are often cited to illustrate the differences that may exist between stone types.

Kitchen renovation: white furniture and kitchen island with bar and marble worktop

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Carrara marble is a product of generally grayer shade that is known for its very affordable price. Calacata marble, also from Italy, has more pronounced veins, which also makes it more expensive and more sought after.

Black kitchen and wood with countertop and credenza in black marble

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In a similar way, some kinds of stone have yellowish or red shades (Siena, Italy), other kinds of material include shades of pink (USA) and even green (Ireland) … not to mention either black marble (Spain)!

Photo of white kitchen and wood with modern island islet made of marble

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The marble worktop is able to give a dramatic touch inside a kitchen, especially when it produces original contrasts. This is the case of marble countertops associated with wooden furniture.

White and black kitchen with wood keys and black marble countertop

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The situation is similar also in the interiors with black marble countertops. On the picture above, we can see a beautiful modern kitchen with white furniture and wood centered around a massive black marble island.

Kitchen color painting idea for kitchen interior with white marble worktop

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All types of furniture painted in neutral colors harmonize beautifully with the marble worktop. This is also the case of the taupe color, very trendy at the moment. This is a good idea for those who have a kitchen to renovate and who wonder what color to associate with a stone counter of this variety!

Black and white kitchen with checkerboard floor tile, credenza and marble countertop

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Marble is a stone that was discovered hundreds of years ago and is often found in the interiors of historic homes. If you are seduced by the romantic atmosphere of this type of home, consider the layout of a kitchen with marble worktop in white or black.

Modern black and white kitchen layout idea with marble keys

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For many French people, marble is a stone that continues to symbolize luxury interiors and chic decor. For this reason, we rarely imagine counters dressed with this kind of stone in a kitchen of small surface. But, in fact, this material fits seamlessly into modern-style interiors and small-scale kitchens.

Kitchen basin and worktop in natural stone in white color

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The white kitchen and wood continues to attract more and more people. If you are in this category, know that marble is an excellent choice for coating your modern and practical worktop!

Modern design kitchen with large black marble center island and worktop with jamb

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Another kind of interior where we often find the marble worktop: the black and white kitchen. There you have the choice between white or black marble cladding.

Kitchen washbasin with veined stone credenza and decorative idea with marble

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A marble sink is another good idea for the layout of a modern kitchen. Washbasins made of stone are generally larger than those made of modern materials such as stainless steel, for example. They are not only more aesthetic and more authentic but also more practical everyday!

White modern style kitchen: interior design idea with marble countertop and stone splashback

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And while we’re at it, why not consider the idea of ​​combining a marble worktop with a kitchen credenza made of the same material?

Kitchen with modern bar: credenza surface and worktop in black marble

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It’s up to you to choose between the shades of white or black knowing, however, that white remains much more common in modern kitchens!

Photo of modern design kitchen with black lacquered furniture, credenza and worktop in natural stone

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Lacquered furniture is one of the symbols of modern design kitchen decoration. And, thanks to its glossy surface, marble is an ideal addition for a kitchen with this kind of furniture.

L-shaped kitchen deco with marble bar and white lacquered furniture

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Choosing a marble worktop for the countertop of a bistro-style kitchen with a bar, is it really a good idea? Yes, absolutely, as the example shows on this picture!

Kitchen small space and natural deco with white marble surfaces and furniture in black and wood

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Who says marble, also says immaculate white surface! The white color is generally related to purity and cleanliness. It is for this reason that it dominates the decoration of many spaces where hygiene is paramount. And what’s better for the kitchen decor than to bet on a natural material that offers us this quality?

Modern Central Kitchen Island Image with Marble Worktop in Shades of Dark

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Sample White Marble Stone Countertop and Kitchen Sink by Est Living

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