The
term "Marble" is derived from the Latin word
"Marmar" which itself comes from the Greek
root "Marmarous" meaning there by a shining
stone.
Marble is a metamorphic rock resulting from the re-crystallization
of limestone softened from heat and pressure.
Main constituents are calcium and dolomite. Hardness
ranges from 2.5 to 5 on the MOH scale.
It is usually heavily veined and shows lots of grains.
Dimensional marble specs include smooth textures,
ease in crafting sculptures, hence highly manageable.
Marble is a reasonably strong and durable stone.
It takes good polish, popularly used as wall claddings,
floors, skirtings, table tops, treads and risers,
sculptures, artefacts.
Since time immemorial, marble slabs and marble tiles
have been used in temples, mosques, palaces, and homes.
Marble is the most popular ornamental and decorative
stone because of its pleasing colors, attractive patterns
and designs.
