Statuario Imperiale
Grey And White Marble In Porcelain.
Statuario Imperiale
Statuario Imperiale captures the bold, dramatic veining of premium Statuario marble. Deep grey veins sweep across a pristine white surface, creating a luxurious statement wherever it is installed.
Deep grey veins sweep across a pristine white field in Statuario Imperiale, a porcelain take on the high-contrast Statuario family of Italian marbles. Ten non-repeating face styles carry the veining in different directions, so an installer can compose a floor or wall with genuine movement. Polished amplifies the drama; matte settles it into something closer to honed stone.
That drama comes without marble's fragility. Porcelain will not etch under cleaning products, does not need sealing, and takes heels, dog claws and dropped cookware in stride. It suits Metro Vancouver projects that want a memorable surface, statement kitchens, principal ensuites and fireplace walls, while staying practical enough for a household with kids.
Specifications
Colors & Variations
Face Variations
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Applications
Where Statuario Imperiale Works
Showpiece kitchen floors
A high-contrast floor anchors a white kitchen. Rotate the ten face styles during layout so the veining wanders naturally, and specify matte for everyday traction near the sink and range.
Feature shower walls
Stacked 24x48 panels make a shower enclosure read like veined slab. Keep grout bright white and joints tight so the pattern flows with as little interruption as possible.
Fireplace cladding
Porcelain sits comfortably next to a firebox, and the dramatic veining gives a chimney breast the presence of quarried stone without the weight of slab.
Double vanity walls
Behind a wide vanity, polished tile with strong veining replaces the need for art. Porcelain ignores the splashes, cosmetics and cleaning sprays that etch real marble.
Design Notes
Pairing & Layout Ideas
Strong veining rewards restraint elsewhere. Flat-front cabinetry, unfussy hardware in matte black or polished nickel, and large mirrors keep the focus on the stone pattern. Avoid competing patterned textiles in the same sightline. For grout, match the white base on walls and go one shade darker on floors. If you are comparing options, Statuario Noor is its nearest sibling here, similar contrast with a different vein character and an extra size.
FAQ
Statuario Imperiale Questions
Statuario Noor or Statuario Imperiale, how do I choose?
Both are white porcelain with bold grey veining. Noor prints thirteen face styles and adds a 12x24 size, which helps in smaller bathrooms. Imperiale's veins are deeper and sweep more broadly, so it makes the stronger statement. Seeing both together settles it quickly for most people.
Does bold veining work in a small room?
Often better than you expect. In a powder room or compact ensuite, a strongly veined wall becomes the design, and you need little else. The key is limiting competing elements: simple vanity, plain mirror, minimal colour, and the tile carries the room.
How should the tiles be laid out for a natural look?
Dry-lay the tiles first. Ask your installer to spread the ten faces across the area, orienting veins so they travel in a consistent direction. Photographing the dry layout before setting makes it easy to reproduce the arrangement you approved.
What upkeep does it need long term?
Sweep or vacuum grit, damp mop with a pH-neutral cleaner, and that is the whole program. No sealing, no polishing schedule, no special products. Grout lines benefit from an occasional scrub, and a quality grout sealer at install keeps them easier to maintain.
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