{"id":20014,"date":"2026-06-18T02:00:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T23:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmi.ee\/materials\/nero-marquina-2\/"},"modified":"2026-06-18T02:00:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T23:00:36","slug":"nero-marquina","status":"publish","type":"materials","link":"https:\/\/gmi.ee\/en\/materials\/nero-marquina\/","title":{"rendered":"Nero Marquina"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Nero Marquina Quartz<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Nero Marquina quartz<\/strong> is a surface with a black base and fine white veins that imitates classic black Nero Marquina marble. It suits kitchen worktops, kitchen islands, bathroom vanity tops and other interior surfaces, where durability, easy upkeep and a refined, striking appearance all matter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Nero Marquina quartz surface<\/strong> combines the practical advantages of quartz with a refined appearance. Unlike natural stone, quartz does not absorb moisture or liquids and resists stains, scratches and everyday wear, which makes it a strong choice for both residential and commercial projects.<\/p>\n<p>The deep black base and fine white veins create a luxurious, striking impression that works especially well in a refined interior.<\/p>\n<p>The polished finish brings out the contrast of the black base and white veins beautifully. Nero Marquina is a strong choice for those who want the classic look of black marble but value the durability and easy upkeep of quartz.<\/p>\n<h3>Where it works<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Kitchen worktops and kitchen islands<\/li>\n<li>Bathroom vanity tops and basin surrounds<\/li>\n<li>Window sills, wall panels and stair treads<\/li>\n<li>Commercial spaces: reception desks, restaurants, hotels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A marble-look surface works especially well as a refined accent on kitchen islands and reception desks.<\/p>\n<h3>Why choose quartz<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Does not absorb moisture or liquids, so it is stain-resistant without any sealing<\/li>\n<li>Highly resistant to scratches and everyday wear<\/li>\n<li>Hygienic and easy to clean<\/li>\n<li>Consistent pattern and tone from slab to slab, unlike natural stone<\/li>\n<li>Keeps its appearance for years<\/li>\n<li>Gives the luxurious look of natural marble, but without marble&#8217;s upkeep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Technical details<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Finish<\/th>\n<td>polished<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Material<\/th>\n<td>quartz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Thickness<\/th>\n<td>20 mm, 30 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Weight<\/th>\n<td>approx. 50 kg\/m\u00b2 (20 mm), approx. 75 kg\/m\u00b2 (30 mm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Colour<\/th>\n<td>black base with fine white veins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Slab size<\/th>\n<td>1600 \u00d7 3200 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Quartz vs natural marble<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Property<\/th>\n<th>Quartz<\/th>\n<th>Natural marble<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Moisture absorption<\/td>\n<td>Does not absorb moisture<\/td>\n<td>Porous, needs sealing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Upkeep<\/td>\n<td>Simple, everyday cleaning<\/td>\n<td>Requires regular care<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Scratch resistance<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Lower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pattern<\/td>\n<td>Consistent and repeating<\/td>\n<td>Every slab unique<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Heat resistance<\/td>\n<td>Moderate (use a trivet)<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Care<\/h3>\n<p>For everyday cleaning, a soft cloth and a mild cleaner are all you need. Avoid strong acidic or abrasive products so the surface keeps its shine. Quartz does not need any separate sealing.<\/p>\n<p><!-- LCR-EXTRAS-START --><\/p>\n<h3>Similar materials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/altamonte\/\">Altamonte<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/ambient-sand\/\">Ambient Sand<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/ambiente-light\/\">Ambiente Light<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/aurelia-onyx\/\">Aurelia Onyx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it need the careful upkeep that marble does, will lemon or wine leave a mark?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No. Unlike natural marble, quartz does not absorb liquids or react to acids such as lemon or wine, so no etching or staining occurs and no separate sealing is needed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can a hot pot or pan be placed on the worktop?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Quartz withstands moderate heat, but placing a hot pot or pan directly on it can damage the surface, so always use a trivet or a pot holder.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I cut directly on the surface?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Quartz is highly scratch-resistant, but we recommend using a chopping board, that way you protect both the worktop and your knives.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the worktop fabricated to the exact measurements of my kitchen?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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