Vidraço DE Molianos Creme is a natural limestone from Portugal, characterized by a warm brown base with subtle white tones and a coarse, calciclastic texture. The stone displays a slightly oolitic structure and frequent bioclastic inclusions, giving it a rustic yet refined appearance. Its uniform colour and modest veining make it suitable for both interior and exterior applications, such as flooring, wall cladding, and decorative panels. Recommended finishes include honed, brushed, or light tumbled surfaces to highlight its natural grain. Marmi di Carrara supplies Vidraço DE Molianos Creme in 2‑3 cm thick blocks and slabs, offering cut‑to‑size options and real‑slab photographs before purchase.
Petrographic description
Brownish white limestone, coarsely calciclastic, rather oolitic, with abundant bioclastic fragments.
Vidraço DE Molianos Creme is a Limestone quarried in Portugal, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICPTLS00467. Its dominant tone is brown, with coarse grain and a oolitic / bioclastic texture.
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.
Moleanos: complete guide
Overview
Moleanos is a light beige Portuguese limestone with a fine grain and uniform appearance. It is chosen for bright, understated floors and cladding, with a good balance between looks and cost.
History and origin
It comes from central Portugal, one of the most important areas in Europe for the production of ornamental limestones. It is widely exported and has been used for floors, façades, stairs and cladding in residential and commercial buildings. It is offered in several selections according to colour uniformity and the presence of small fossils. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background is light beige or cream, with a fine grain and small speckles or barely visible fossils. The slabs are fairly consistent, although fine veins or slightly darker areas may appear. Honed, it looks soft and warm; brushed or sandblasted, it becomes more natural and slip-resistant.
Uses
It is suitable for interior floors, stairs, bathroom and wall cladding, and for façades or outdoor paving in climates that are not too harsh. It is not recommended for kitchen worktops because of its sensitivity to acids and stains. Outdoors, rough finishes and a water-repellent treatment are preferred.
Care and maintenance
Treat with a water- and oil-repellent protector after installation and renew it periodically. Clean with neutral detergents, avoiding limescale removers and acidic products. Wipe up wine, coffee or oil stains immediately.
- Classification
- limestone
- Density
- approx. 2,550 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- approx. 3
- Water absorption
- medium-low
- Main use
- interiors, exteriors in mild climates
- Acid resistance
- low: sensitive to lemon, vinegar and limescale removers
FAQ
Is Vidraço DE Molianos Creme 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 Vidraço DE Molianos Creme per m²?
Indicative price from €110/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 Vidraço DE Molianos Creme 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.
