Product details
Make a bold, sophisticated statement with our Taurus Black Rustic Edge Square Honed Marble Mosaic Tile. This striking mosaic captures the intense, luxurious beauty of Taurus Black marble, a natural stone renowned for its deep, inky black background and striking "lightning" veins of pure white calcite.
This tile features a sophisticated dual-finish design that perfectly balances modern sleekness with antique charm. The face of each square is honed to a smooth, matte velvet finish, allowing the dramatic white veining to take centre stage without the distraction of a high-gloss reflection. Contrasting this refined surface are the Rustic Edges (also known as broken or chipped edges). These irregular, tumbled borders soften the look, adding a tactile, time-worn texture that prevents the black stone from feeling too stark or cold.
The palette is a powerful monochrome mix of deep charcoal and true black, punctuated by crisp white lines. It’s an ideal choice for creating high-contrast designs in UK homes, working exceptionally well in industrial-style kitchens, moody boutique bathrooms, or as a dramatic feature floor. It is supplied on a flexible mesh backing for easy installation.
Key Features
- Iconic Taurus Black Marble: A prestigious natural stone featuring deep black tones with dramatic white lightning veins.
- Honed (Matte) Surface: The face of the tile is smooth and matte, offering a modern, sophisticated feel.
- Rustic / Broken Edge: The edges are chipped and tumbled to create an aged, textural appearance.
- Dramatic Monochrome Palette: Perfect for creating bold contrasts and moody, luxury interiors.
- Mesh-Mounted for Easy Installation: Pre-arranged on a high-quality fibre-mesh sheet for accurate and simpler fitting.
- Substantial Thickness: Approx 10mm thickness for a robust and durable finish.
Recommended Applications
This versatile mosaic is perfect for a wide range of applications:
- Moody Bathroom Sanctuaries: Create a boutique-hotel feel by using this on shower walls. The dark stone creates a cosy, enveloping atmosphere, especially with warm lighting.
- Industrial Kitchen Splashbacks: The rugged edge and black stone look fantastic against exposed brick, concrete worktops, or warm wood cabinets.
- Statement Floors: A practical and stunning choice for small floors like cloakrooms or en-suites. The honed surface and grout lines provide good slip resistance.
- High-Contrast Features: Use as a backdrop for a white freestanding bath or white sanitaryware to create a stunning monochrome contrast.
Technical Specifications
Installation & Care
To get the best possible finish with your natural stone tiles, we recommend keeping the following in mind:
- Due to the rustic, broken edge, the grout lines may vary slightly in width. A flexible grout is recommended to accommodate this. We advise using a high-quality, flexible tile adhesive specifically designed for natural stone.
- Grout colour dramatically changes the look. A black or dark charcoal grout will create a seamless, solid stone appearance. A light grey grout will highlight the grid pattern and rustic edges. We generally advise against bright white grout as it can stain from the black stone dust during installation.
- We recommend sealing with a high-quality impregnator to protect the stone and enhance the deep black colour.
- We strongly advise dry-laying a few sheets of the mosaic before permanent fixing to ensure you are happy with the layout and natural variation.
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