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Which marble types are mostly used in Turkey? What are the most commonly used marbles from beige marble to white marble?

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Delta Marble is one of the leading natural stone marble producers in Turkey and is a marble company based in Afyonkarahisar. Thanks to its wide product range, it specialises in the production and export of stones such as travertine, marble and onyx. The company has modern production facilities with a large annual production capacity and exports to more than 43 countries. Delta Marble is known for its service concept that focuses on customer satisfaction while giving importance to the principle of sustainability. The company offers quality solutions to architects and designers seeking aesthetics and sustainability in their local and international projects. Delta Marble has compiled for you the most popular marble types in Turkey for the exterior and interior spaces of Turkish architecture.
White Marble and Beige Marble
White Marble and Beige Marble

What are the Most Commonly Used Marble Types in Turkey?

From ej Marble to White Marble, Which Marbles are at the Forefront?

The most consumed marble types in Turkey are shaped according to the stones quarried in the regions where local production is strong and their usage areas. Commonly preferred marble types in Turkish architecture and interior design are as follows:

1. Beige Marble

Beige Marble Floor
Beige Marble Floor

 

Popularity It is one of the most consumed marble types in Turkey. It adapts to many projects with both aesthetic and neutral tones.
Areas of Usage: Beige marble is preferred for indoor floors, wall coverings, stairs and countertops.
Featured Varieties: Burdur Beige, Bilecik Beige, Crema Marfil alternative Turkish beige.

2. White Marble

Popularity It is especially common in minimal and modern designs. It attracts attention with its aesthetic visuality and spacious appearance.
Areas of Usage: White marble is more preferred in flooring, kitchen countertops and luxury decoration projects.
Featured Varieties: Muğla White, Marmara White.

White marble Marble Stone
White marble Marble Stone

3. Black Marble

Popularity: It is preferred to create contrast and create a dramatic atmosphere.
Areas of Usage: Black marble is more preferred and used in hotel lobbies, bathroom designs and fireplace surroundings.
Featured Varieties: Nero Marquina, Şebinkarahisar Black.

Dark Black Colour, Black Marble
Dark Black Colour, Black Marble

4. Traverten

  • Popularity: Thanks to its natural texture and durability, it is frequently used both indoors and outdoors.
    Areas of Use: Travertine is preferred for garden flooring, pool surroundings and wall coverings.
    Featured Varieties: Denizli Travertine, Kayseri Travertine.
Poolside Travertine
Poolside Travertine

5. Colourful and Special Marbles

  • Popularity It is preferred in special projects with its high aesthetic value.
    Areas of Use: Coloured marbles, decorative elements, furniture and art objects.
    Featured Varieties: Elazig Cherry (red), Tundra Grey (grey).

 

Colourful Printed Marble
Colourful Printed Marble

 

 

Beige marble and white marble types are widely consumed in Turkey. The main reason for this is that these stones harmonise with almost every design style with their neutral tones and have a wide range of uses. Travertine and other coloured marbles are also frequently preferred for unique projects. Marble preference may vary with marble types, economic factors and fashion trends.
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