Royal Gold Marble

About
Item Details
- Material Type:
- Marble
- Origin:
China (Henan province) - Primary Color(s):
- Yellow
- Recommended Usage:
- kitchen and bathroom countertop, wash basins, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, water-jet pattern, wall panels, table tops, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces, window sills
- Additional Names:
- Royal Golden Marble, Golden Cassia Marble, Huang Jin Gui Marble, Henan Gold Marble, in China stone market:黄金桂(Huángjīn guì), Royal Gold Marble
- Finished Surface:
- Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Chiseled,Pickling
Testing
- Water Absorption:
- 0.2 - 0.4%
- Density:
- 2680 - 2730 kg/m³
- Flexural Strength:
- 8 - 13 MPa
- Compressive Strength:
- 100 - 130 MPa
- Stone texture:
- a rich, warm golden-yellow to amber base, presenting a luxurious, sunlit, and opulent palette with subtle honey-toned variations. Displays a high-gloss polished finish with strong light reflections. The surface reveals a dense, brecciated texture composed of angular to sub-rounded clasts bound by intricate vein networks. Characterized by a complex, web-like network of lighter golden and ochre veins creating a natural mosaic or cracked-ice pattern. The surface is highly variegated with interlocking mineral fragments, differing from simple linear veining
Description
Royal Gold Marble is renowned for its luxurious appearance and rich color palette. This marble features a golden-yellow to amber base with subtle honey-toned variations, which presents a sunlit, opulent aesthetic. The marble's polished, high-gloss finish reflects light strongly, enhancing its luminous quality. Its surface is characterized by a dense, brecciated texture with angular to sub-rounded clasts interwoven with intricate vein networks. This creates a complex, web-like pattern reminiscent of a natural mosaic or cracked-ice design. The highly variegated surface consists of interlocking mineral fragments that differ from simple linear veining.
Physical and Mechanical Properties
- Water Absorption: Typically low, around 0.2% - 0.4%
- Density: Approximately 2.68 - 2.73 g/cm³
- Flexural Strength: Generally about 8 - 13 MPa
- Compressive Strength: Ranges from 100 - 130 MPa
- Hardness: Mohs scale rating of 3 - 4
- Porosity: Low; helps in minimizing staining and moisture retention
- Slip Resistance: Moderate; slip resistance improves with a honed or textured finish
Chemical and Mineral Composition (% by Weight)
- Calcite (CaCO3): Approximately 90 - 95%
- Dolomite (CaMg(CO3)2): Trace to 5%
- Quartz (SiO2): Trace amounts
- Iron Oxides (Fe2O3): Contribute to its golden color, typically less than 1%
- Other Minerals: Including clay, micas, and chlorites
Usage and Applications
Royal Gold Marble is versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, both indoors and outdoors:
- Interior Flooring: Its luxurious appearance is ideal for high-end residential and commercial spaces.
- Wall Cladding: Enhances the aesthetics of walls with its intricate pattern and finish.
- Countertops and Vanities: Offers a rich, elegant look with practical functionality.
- Staircases: Adds sophistication and warmth to stairways.
- Fireplaces: Provides an exquisite frame to hearths with its warm tones.
Maintenance
- Regular Cleaning: Use a mild pH-neutral cleaner and a soft cloth to maintain its gloss and prevent etching.
- Sealing: Periodic sealing may be recommended to protect against moisture and staining.
- Avoid Acidic Cleaners: As marble is sensitive to acids, avoid products containing vinegar or citrus.
Cutting Sizes (cm)
Commonly available in tiles and slabs. Typical tile sizes include:
- 30 x 30
- 45 x 45
- 60 x 30
- 60 x 60
- Slab thickness usually ranges from 1.8 to 3 cm
Common Surface Finish Options
- Polished: Highlights the marble's reflective properties and rich colors.
- Honed: Provides a matte finish, reducing glare while maintaining color depth.
- Brushed: Offers a textured surface for increased slip resistance.
- Sandblasted: Produces a rougher finish, suitable for outdoor and high-traffic areas.
Royal Gold Marble's unique aesthetic and robust properties make it an excellent choice for a variety of architectural and decorative uses, offering both elegance and durability.











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