1. Origin

Luxury Italian Marble is quarried in the regions of Northern Italy, whereas fine Indian Marble has quarries in different regions of India, such as Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat.

2. Appearance

Generally, Italian marble flooring or wall panels have an exquisite crystal-like aesthetic as well as a high lustre, whereas Indian marble installations have a moderate lustre. Both Italian and Indian marble, however, are available in a wide range of colours and natural grain patterns. While the White Italian Marble and Grey Italian Marble have the most brilliant texture and colour, there are several colours of Indian Marble preferred by aesthete homeowners, including pink, white, red, yellow, black, and green.While the two cannot be compared in terms of their incredible, distinctive appearances, the various types of Italian Marble such as the Statuario Variations and Rosso Alicante available at RK Marble can effortlessly amp up the elegance of your luxurious abode.

3. Strength and Durability

Thickness is among the most important things that must not be overlooked, especially when designing a luxurious home that you want to last for generations. The thickness ensures ease of installation and durability that will last a long time. Indian marble comes in thicknesses ranging from 18 to 20 mm and can go up to 30 mm, whereas Italian marble comes in thicknesses ranging from 18 to 20 mm. Because it is harder than Italian marble, Indian marble is highly preferred. If not maintained properly, Italian marble can develop some hairline fissures over time. Furthermore, to increase its strength, Italian marble must be treated with epoxy resins and extensive processing.

4. Applications

Indian Marble shows to be an elegant addition to the flooring throughout the house and even as marble walls in the bathroom whereas nothing can beat the phenomenal aesthetic appeal of the living room Italian marble. Italian marble offers a contemporary, chic appearance to the space of installation, making it an apt choice for the living room and bedroom flooring, bathroom walls and vanity, as well as kitchen countertops.

5. Maintenance

The maintenance of both Italian marble and Indian marble requires the same amount of effort as the others. Here’s what you can do to care for your marble stones so that they can last for generations without losing their aesthetic value:

1. Since both Italian and Indian marble end up losing their lustre within a few years, they must therefore be polished regularly as recommended by the marble supplier to maintain their authentic lustre.
2. Any kind of liquid spillage on marble must be cleaned up promptly.
3. You must routinely clean the marble surfaces using a mild cleaner specifically created to clean marble stones.
4. Remember to never scrub the marble surface to avoid any sort of damage.
5. Make use of sealants to create a protective layer and make the marble surface stain-resistant.

6. Cost

Because Italian marble is imported from Italy, it only makes sense that it is costlier in comparison with Indian marble. The prices of both marble stones, however, may vary depending on the quality, size, texture, pattern, and colour. The Italian marble price at RK Marble starts from Rs. 350/-per square foot, whereas the Indian marble price here may range between Rs. 35 and Rs. 700/-per square foot.

Consider all of these factors before picking the most suitable natural stone for your home interiors. Visit the RK Marble store near you or explore the RK Marble website to find some of the finest marble stones for your opulent residence.