Petrographic description
Perlato DI Sicilia is a Limestone quarried in Italy, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICITLS00851. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every limestone, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: honed, brushed, sandblasted, bush-hammered, split-face. Typical applications: interior and exterior floors, façades, pool surrounds, garden design, carved elements.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
Perlato di Sicilia marble: the complete guide
Overview
Perlato di Sicilia is an ivory-beige marble, compact and uniform, quarried near Trapani. It is one of the Italian marbles most used for elegant, bright floors.
History and origin
It is quarried in the Custonaci basin, in the province of Trapani, one of the most important marble districts in Italy. Perlato has been widely used in public buildings, hotels and homes, in Italy and abroad, thanks to its neutral colour and good workability. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
A light beige, almost ivory background, very uniform, with small spots and rare darker veins. Polished it has a pearly look, hence the name; honed it is soft and natural.
Uses
Floors of homes, offices and hotels, cladding, stairs, thresholds, window sills, vanity tops. Its uniform colour makes it ideal for large continuous surfaces.
Care and maintenance
Clean with water and pH-neutral detergents, drying with a soft cloth; avoid acids, bleach and abrasive products. A water- and oil-repellent treatment after installation reduces staining and should be renewed periodically in busy areas. Professional honing and polishing remove scratches and dullness.
- Classification
- Compact limestone (commercial marble)
- Density
- about 2,650 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- about 3
- Water absorption
- low
- Main use
- interiors
- Acid resistance
- low
FAQ
Is Perlato DI Sicilia suitable for outdoor use?
Limestone: suitable for façades and paving in temperate climates with a honed, brushed or bush-hammered finish. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Perlato DI Sicilia per m²?
Indicative price from €170/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Perlato DI Sicilia shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
