The dolomite "Calacatta Matarazzo" (also known as “Calacatta Nuvolato” = cloudy Calacatta) is a natural stone, that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use thanks to its aesthetics and durability. Due to its distinctive beige veins and crystalline white background, this dolomite adds timeless elegance to any setting.
Origin and characteristics of the dolomite Calacatta Matarazzo
A dolomite is a calcareous sedimentary rock that mainly consists of the mineral dolomite, which is a combination of calcium carbonate and magnesium.
This mineral was unknown until the second half of the 18 th century, when it was discovered by the geologist Deodat de Dolomieu and the chemist Nicolas-Théodore de Saussure in the middle of the Dolomites, that’s why both the rock and the mineral were named after Dolomieu.
The dolomite Calacatta Matarazzo comes from Brazilian quarries and owes its name to the similarity to the more famous Calacatta Apuano, a historic and precious marble with various colour shades from Carrara.
Like the homonymous famous marble, Calacatta Matarazzo is appreciated for its white background colour and silver-grey, sometimes even golden veins, that dot the stone surface with elegant and refined patterns. These characteristics make every single slab unique - a masterpiece of nature.
Thanks to its hardness and density, this material is extremely resistant to impact, scratches and heat, ideal for highly frequented spaces or for intensive use in kitchens and bathrooms.
Indoor and outdoor application of the dolomite Calacatta Matarazzo
Calacatta Matarazzo is an extremely versatile material that can be used in different areas.
The most sought-after finishings are polished or satined surfaces: a polished surface will enhance the transparency and veins of the material, whereas a satined surface will visually add volume.
Both surface finishings can be combined with book-matched finishing, which will intensify and highlight the veins in a fascinating way.
This natural stone is often used for:
- countertop and kitchen island: thanks to its strong visual impact, the polished surface with distinctive veins adds a touch of luxury to any setting without losing functionality.;
- cladding and floor covering: this dolomite, used in large slabs or tiles, enrichesany setting with refined charm and exceptional luminosity;
- application in the bathroom: the colouring of this material adds to any bathroom a majestic and tidy look;
- building façade and outdoor application: due to its weather resistance, this material is also suitable for outdoor use, e.g. as building façade, road surface, park benches or decorative elements in gardens and courtyards.
Maintenance of the dolomite Calacatta Matarazzo
One of the countless advantages is, that Calacatta Materazzo needs only minimal maintenance: regular cleaning with water and a mild detergent is enough to maintain the splendour of the material over time.
It is recommended to regularly treat the surface with a sealant to preserve its beauty and protect it from stains.
The dolomite Calacatta Matarazzo is a great choice if you prefer a luxurious and durable set up. Whether it involves kitchen renovation, luxury bathroom fittings or the restyling of your
commercial premises or living space, Calacatta Matarazzo will always guarantee elegance and quality, and, on top of that, any decoration with this dolomite will become over time a real investment.
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