Because it is mined and sourced throughout the globe, natural stone marble varies widely in quality and price. Typically, high-quality marble is more expensive than marble look porcelain. However, other costs should be considered. Marble tile is easier and less expensive to install. On the other hand, it must be sealed before use and resealed on a regular basis. Marble look porcelain is more expensive to install but is virtually maintenance free. To address the installation cost, RevoTile was developed. It is a porcelain click tile that installs 2 times faster than regular tile.

Natural stone marble can be used in showers with several caveats. Marble is a soft stone that is very porous with natural fissures. Depending on the iron level of the marble (which varies widely), consistent exposure to moisture and humidity can cause discoloration. Therefore, marble must be sealed before use and resealed on a regular basis. Avoid using acid-based cleaners as they cause etching and compromise sealants. For those who feel this sounds like too much work, marble look tile would be a better option for you. With porcelain, none of these precautions apply as it is impervious to wat

Tile is manufactured so there is no type of tile that inherently looks like marble. However, with advancements in tile design and production, ceramic and porcelain tile can be made to look virtually indistinguishable from natural stone marble. Because Daltile quarries genuine marble in addition to manufacturing ceramic and porcelain tile, our natural marble beauties serve as a template for producing the most realistic-looking faux marble tile on the market today.