Pilbara Red Marble

- Marble

Australia

Item Details

Quarry Location: Pilbara, Western Australia

Recommended Usage: Kitchen and bathroom countertops, monuments, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, window sills, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces

Finishing Surface: Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling

Additional Names: Pilbara Red Marble

Description:

Pilbara Red Marble is a captivating stone characterized by its cherry red, scarlet red, and brown hues, accented by striking white quartzitic veins. Its distinctive pattern evokes the rich and warm tones of the Australian outback, from which it is quarried.Named after the Pilbara region in Western Australia, this marble reflects the region's extreme temperatures, ancient Aboriginal landscapes, and vast mineral deposits. The iron ore present in the area creates the iconic burnt red earth that defines the landscape.

The geology of Australia is incredibly diverse, encompassing a wide range of rock types and spanning over 3.8 billion years of Earth's history. The ancient rock formations found in the Pilbara region offer evidence dating back 3,400–3,500 million years, with stromatolites in particular rock sequences providing insight into the origin of life on Earth.

Pilbara Red Marble, quarried in Pilbara, Western Australia, captures the essence of this ancient land, offering a timeless beauty and a connection to the rich geological history of the Australian continent. Its vibrant colors and unique patterns make it a sought-after choice for a variety of architectural and design applications, adding warmth and character to any space.