Introducing Classic Marble – Timeless Italian Elegance

When it comes to creating a timeless and luxurious interior, few materials rival the enduring appeal of marble. With its rich veining, natural variation, and association with classical architecture, marble has long been a favourite of designers and homeowners alike. But as much as we love natural stone, it isn’t always the most practical option — especially in modern, busy homes.

That’s where our new Classic Marble range comes in.

This Italian-made porcelain collection delivers the high-end look of authentic marble, and is available in three distinctive colourways — Carrara, Verde Alpi, and Nero Marquina. The range also offers a range of sizes which make it easy to recreate the most desirable tile trends in kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, and more.

Tile Trends 2025: Why Classic Marble is so popular

Classic Marble doesn’t just nod to history — it’s perfectly aligned with contemporary interior design trends.

Heritage Revival

There’s a resurgence of vintage-inspired interiors, especially the romantic charm of old-world elegance. Checkerboard floors, panelled walls, and natural materials are making a huge comeback — and nothing fits the brief like marble. Classic Marble recreates this look with refined, low-maintenance ease.

Bold Patterns

Designers are using tile patterns as focal points — not just flooring. Classic Marble’s multiple sizes and colour contrasts allow for chevron, herringbone, brick bond, or checkerboard layouts that create movement and energy in any space.

Green Interiors

Verde Alpi’s forest-toned richness fits beautifully into the growing trend for green interiors — especially when paired with wood, brass, or natural textures.

Monochrome with a Twist

Black and white is a classic pairing, but 2025’s twist on monochrome leans into texture, bold veining, and mixing tile formats. Nero Marquina and Carrara work beautifully together for a high-contrast, high-style finish.

The Three Finishes

Carrara – Understated Luxury

A soft white base with delicate grey veining makes Carrara a perfect match for minimalist bathrooms, serene kitchens, or classic checkerboard floors. Elegant and bright, it enhances both small and large spaces without overpowering.

Verde Alpi – Statement Green

With deep alpine green tones and striking white veining, Verde Alpi is for those who want to make a statement. It brings depth, drama, and nature-inspired richness to kitchens, bathrooms, and feature walls.

Nero Marquina – Timeless Contrast

Black with sharp, contrasting white veining, Nero Marquina is bold and sophisticated. Use on floors, walls, or as an accent tile to bring instant luxury and visual drama to your design.

The Classic Marble range is available in three versatile sizes to suit various layouts and design applications:

75 x 75 mm (3" x 3") – Ideal for mosaic effects, backsplashes, and feature walls
75 x 300 mm (3" x 12") – Perfect for herringbone, brick, or chevron layouts
300 x 300 mm (12" x 12") – Best for floors, wall tiling, and checkerboard patterns

Each tile has a 9.5mm thickness for durability and easy installation, and features a refined matt finish, providing a tactile surface that softens reflections without dulling the colour or pattern.

Quantity per square metre:

178 pcs (75x75)
44.4 pcs (75x300)
11.1 pcs (300x300)

Layout Possibilities: Make Your Space Unique

With three sizes available — 75x75mm, 75x300mm, and 300x300mm — the Classic Marble collection opens the door to creative freedom in layout design. Whether you’re inspired by traditional floors or modern geometric layouts, these formats and colours give you options.

1. Checkerboard

Combine Carrara and Nero Marquina or Carrara and Verde Alpi in a 300x300mm alternating layout to create a vintage checkerboard floor. Ideal for entryways, kitchens, and bathrooms, this pattern is timeless and very on-trend.

. Herringbone

Using the 75x300mm tiles, you can lay Nero Marquina, Carrara, or Verde Alpi in a herringbone pattern on walls or floors. This creates subtle movement and is perfect for kitchen splashbacks, shower walls, or small-format feature floors.

3. Brick Bond / Staggered

For a softer, classic look, opt for a traditional brick bond layout using the 75x300mm size. This looks fantastic behind sinks, in utility rooms, or as a full-height kitchen splashback.

4. Vertical Stacked or Grid

Create a bold, modern look with vertically stacked 75x300mm tiles. Especially impactful in Carrara or Nero Marquina, this layout adds clean lines and height to any wall.

5. Mixed Mosaic Grid

Use the 75x75mm tiles to create a playful mosaic feel — perfect for modern vanity splashbacks or wet room floors.

Benefits of Porcelain Over Natural Marble

While natural marble offers beauty, it often requires sealing, can be prone to scratching or etching, and is not ideal for high-moisture areas. The Classic Marble collection gives you all the aesthetic benefits of stone, with none of the maintenance issues.

Non-porous and stain-resistant – no need for sealing
Scratch-resistant – suitable for kitchens and busy homes
Waterproof – ideal for wet rooms, showers, and splash zones
Easy to clean – just wipe with a damp cloth
Frost-resistant – safe for light outdoor use (covered porches etc.)
Sustainable – made with environmentally conscious practices in Italy

Styling Inspiration

Looking to create a modern kitchen with personality? Use Verde Alpi as a splashback against soft sage cabinetry and brass fixtures. Prefer something classic? Lay Carrara and Nero Marquina in a large-check pattern across your hallway floor for instant Parisian charm.

Or, go bold in the bathroom with Nero Marquina walls in a vertical stack layout and matte black fixtures. Add a terrazzo or concrete basin to keep it grounded in 2025’s material palette.

Order Classic Marble for your Tile Showroom

Navarro Tiles is proud to offer the Classic Marble collection to retailers and showrooms, across the UK and Ireland. With a wide variety of formats, bold colours, and Italian-made quality, it’s the perfect choice for customers who want all the beauty of marble — with all the benefits of porcelain.

Looking for samples, display boards, or brochures? We supply:

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