Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Other Names | Fior di Bosco Marble, Fior di Pesco Classico Marble, Fior de Pesco Marble, Fior di Pesco Grigio Marble | |
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| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Italy | |
| Absorption | 0.05-0.1% | |
| MIA Soundness Class | D | |
| Fire Performance | 0 flame spread (per ASTM E 84) | |
| Freeze Thaw Resistance | Good | |
| Panel Sizes | Up to 4'×8' (1220mm×2440mm) | |
| Structural Performance (on Honeycomb) | Excellent |
Fior Di Pesco Carnico Marble presents a cool gray field with soft blue undertones, intersected by prominent white veining that moves across the surface in broad, branching formations. Finer secondary veins extend outward in lighter, more delicate lines, creating a layered network of mineral movement. Subtle tonal variation within the gray background shifts from medium to deep shades, adding depth and contrast without disrupting the overall cohesion.
Vertical surfaces that benefit from a more expressive stone can incorporate Fior Di Pesco Carnico Marble across interior wall planes, wrapped columns, or full-height partitions that define key spatial boundaries. It may also be introduced in exterior conditions such as rainscreen systems or inset wall sections, where Fior Di Pesco Carnico Marble contributes a strong visual identity while maintaining continuity across larger areas.
A thin stone layer is bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing as part of the StonePly system, giving Fior Di Pesco Carnico Marble a consistent panel thickness while reducing overall weight. The result is a panelized form of the stone that can be detailed into wall systems without changing the visual character seen on the face.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Fior Di Pesco Carnico Marble, please contact StonePly for more information.
You are probably more familiar with marble than you realize. From Michelangelo's mighty carrara marble David, to the intricately carved cenotaphs of the Taj Mahal, to the royal Marble Arch of Buckingham Palace, marble has been the stuff of civilized architecture and art for centuries. Being a form of limestone, it is softer than granite, making it more susceptible to deterioration and wear but a simple, regular maintenance routine will keep marble looking beautiful.
Marble has a soft, sophisticated aura. Small interior spaces will especially benefit from marble's less "busy" feel when compared to granite thanks to its large, flowing veins.
Certain marbles can be “book matched,” meaning the edges of two panels are paired to create a mirror image. Book matching's effect is best expressed on large panels.