Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Other Names | Austral Dream Dolomite, Austral Pearl | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Australia | |
| 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 |
Austral Dream Marble reveals a soft composition of warm ivory, pale beige, and muted sand tones layered through a crystalline matrix. Gentle mineral movement and nuanced tonal transitions form flowing formations that move naturally across the surface. Translucent areas intermingle with lighter mineral concentrations, giving the stone a subtle luminosity and quiet visual depth.
For exterior building envelopes, Austral Dream Marble can be specified for expansive façade surfaces, vertical cladding systems, and full-height wall compositions where a light-toned stone contributes to a refined architectural presence. Interior applications may include lobby feature walls, atrium enclosures, and continuous vertical stone installations that establish a cohesive material expression across prominent interior volumes.
Fabricated as a thin marble facing bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, Austral Dream Marble allows for a significant reduction in panel weight while maintaining the visual presence of solid stone. This fabrication approach supports efficient integration across broad wall assemblies and helps facilitate installation across extensive architectural surfaces.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Austral Dream 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.