Botticino Semi-Classico Marble supplied as slabs, tiles and made-to-measure pieces.
Marbre Import selects suitable lots, advises on vein layout and supports natural-stone projects for international clients. Origin: Botticino, near Brescia, Italy.
Tiles from €51.90 excl. VAT/m²
Botticino Semi-Classico Marble: description
Origin and appearance of Botticino Semi-Classico Marble
Botticino Semi-Classico is a compact decorative limestone from the Botticino quarrying area near Brescia in northern Italy. Commercially sold as marble, it formed during the Early Jurassic (Lias).
Its pale beige background is crossed by fine pinkish to light-grey veins, giving it a distinctly Italian character compared with Spanish cream stones such as Crema Marfil Standard Marble.
Subtle tonal variations are natural, even within a single lot. They give the finished surface depth and should be considered when approving slabs and planning the layout.
Characteristics and applications
Alongside classic Carrara stones, Botticino is one of the best-known Italian beige materials specified internationally. It is often considered alongside Premium Crema Marfil Marble.
Its compact structure makes it suitable for a broad range of interior applications. Exterior use must be assessed against the selected lot, finish, climate and relevant technical data.
It can be specified for floors, walls, stairs, bathrooms and other busy interior areas, subject to the appropriate finish, installation system and maintenance plan.
Its restrained beige tone is particularly effective in hotel lobbies, reception areas, retail environments and large architectural interiors.
Botticino Semi-Classico combines a refined appearance with strong performance and good value. Thin formats may be available for suitable applications, but thickness and fabrication feasibility must always be confirmed for the actual lot and project.
Botticino Semi-Classico Marble technical data
| Stone family | Natural decorative limestone / commercial marble |
| Origin / quarry area | Italy |
| Appearance | Pale beige with fine natural veining |
| Predominant colour | Beige |
| Formats and finishes | Slabs, tiles and made-to-measure pieces. Available finishes include polished, honed, brushed and project-specific alternatives. |
| Recommended applications | High-end interior applications |
| Exterior use | Subject to the selected lot, finish, climate and intended application |
Indicative technical data
| Bulk density | ~ 2,650–2,750 kg/m³ |
| Water absorption | ~ 0.10–0.50% |
| Compressive strength | ~ 80–140 MPa |
| Flexural strength | ~ 8–18 MPa |
| Freeze-thaw / exterior use | subject to lot and finish |
Indicative reference ranges; confirm against the selected lot, finish and intended application.
Recommended applications
- Bathrooms, walls, floors and interior cladding
- Fireplaces, counters, stone furniture and bespoke cladding
- Residential, hospitality and architectural projects
- Vein layout and finish to be approved for the intended application
Need to confirm an available lot? Marbre Import can provide a curated slab selection, advise on thickness, finish and vein layout, and prepare a project-specific quotation. For high-end projects, we can also coordinate the complete stonework package on the client’s behalf.
Specification guidance
Specify Botticino Semi-Classico Marble for a high-end project
Botticino Semi-Classico Marble is a pale beige Italian stone for projects that require understated elegance, visual depth and lasting value: floors, bathrooms, walls, fireplaces, lobbies, hotels, restaurants, boutiques and high-end residential interiors.
For architects and designers
Assessment of the veining, large-format appearance, layout coherence, installation constraints and expected maintenance level.
For stone contractors and project teams
Approval of the lot, thicknesses, finishes, fabrication, transport and technical feasibility before ordering.
For discerning private clients
Comparison with related stones, colour and finish selection, maintenance guidance and support through to quotation. For high-end projects, Marbre Import can also coordinate the complete stonework package on the client’s behalf.
How should the actual stone lot be approved?
Approval should consider the available lot, colour, veining, format, finish, thickness and intended application. Marbre Import can support selection with slab photographs, samples and technical data.
Can this stone be used in kitchens and bathrooms?
Suitability depends on the stone, finish, treatment, expected maintenance and exposure to staining or acidic products. Technical guidance is recommended before ordering.
Why is pricing provided on request?
Pricing varies with the lot, origin, availability, thickness, finish, quantities, fabrication and transport. A tailored quotation reflects the actual project rather than a theoretical list price.
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