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Marble is a metamorphic rock. When metamorphism of sedimentary carbonate rocks takes place in the crust of Earth due to contact of hot magma.
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Introduction • During the metamorphism processes of marble rocks, a group of common minerals such as serpentine [hydrous magnesium iron phyllosilicate ((Mg, Fe) 3Si2O5(OH)4)] along with minor amounts of chromium, manganese, cobalt or nickel like mineral elements resulting into green colored marble with typical textures and colors.
What Is Green Marble Called? • Any rock, which passed through crystallization of the carbonate process through metamorphism or not, but capable of accepting polish & have green pigmentations/colors is called Green Marble. Therefore, green travertine like limestone rocks, CippolinoVerde Antigua, Verde Guatemala like calcite-based rocks, and many other serpentines containing rocks also called Green Marble by most of the modern stonemasons. • In short, all green marbles are not truly marble by definition in Geology,, but still beautiful and though to use those mimicking marbles.
Where Is Green Marble Found? • In the world, green marbles are available in nearly 38 countries including China, Italy, India, Greece, Turkey, Sweden, and Guatemala. Out of these Kolmarden in the North-East of Ostergotland in Sweden is the best source of the hardest green marble. • Today, India is ranking high in quantity and quality of green marble supply across the world including its domestic market. In India Aravali mountain range (South-West Rajasthan) is a vast area where the big deposits of high-quality green marble found and nearly 300 quarries out of 2000 total quarries are operating since late 70’s era.
Green Marble Texture & Taxonomy • Marble experts divide green marbles into two major categories: • Foliated or flower structured green marble stones. • Non-foliated or plain green marble with a green background and white veins.
Different Types of Green Marbles • It is a very dark green. • It often comes with a forest pattern. • It is the strongest variety among all green marbles. • Its toughness allows it to accept rigorous polishing — processes to yield excellent results. • You can give it sawn cut, sanded, rock-faced, sandblasted and tumbled. I was finishing easily. • It is a bit brittle and requires netting on the backside during installation. • Due to scars availability, it is a bit costly variety/type. Dark Green Marble
Different Types of Green Marbles • As its name suggests, it has a lighter green color than other green marbles. • It has less white colored veins. • It is available in two different patterns, forest, and more plain. • Its bright color attracts different applications such as more on wall cladding and similar applications. • It is available everywhere so cost-effective in sum. Light Green Marble
Different Types of Green Marbles • It has a highly dense forest pattern, which can inspire the imagination of the onlookers immediately. • The impression of forest arise thanks to its medium green base, and hundreds of mini veins, as well as boxes, are intersecting each other. • It is popularly known as Verde Guatemala marble stone. • In appearance, it is medium to light colored rock. Forest Green Marble
Different Types of Green Marbles • It is a very dark colored stone, so it seems nearly black colored marble at first glance. • It has a highly dark green background, which contrasts with white veins and light green colored spider web pattern. • Therefore, it alternatively called green spider marble or web green marble in the market by stonemasons. • It is an ideal material for wall cladding in bathroom and flooring in other areas. • Kitchen applications like countertops and flooring are also practicing in the market. Empress Green Marble
Different Types of Green Marbles • It has comparatively plain design among the green marbles. • Its background is emerald green in color, so it is famously called emerald green marble. • Thanks to its uniform pattern, its applications are wide and used extensively in all spaces of interiors and exteriors. • It is an ideal candidate for large area flooring and wall cladding. Emerald Green Marble
Different Types of Green Marbles • It is serpentine and non-foliated green marble stone. • It considers the most beautiful green stone among the green marbles. • It has green backdrop and web of irregular veins in brown coexisting with blurred green spots. Thus, it gives a perfect impression of rainforest landscape as stone design. • It has an aura of mystery and renders suitable option for almost all decorative application. • You can use it to match and adorn furniture, fireplaces, and exterior curbing when luxury is demanded in marble designing. Rainforest Green Marble
Wrapping Up • In the series of getting accustomed to natural stones at World of Stones, USA, today we have explored some amazing aspects and practical application of green marbles. Now, we know where we can apply green marbles and grab the best out of the gift of nature. • Today, World of Stones, USA is a dependable and cost-effective supplier of a variety of Green Marble and other natural stones for exterior applications. If you are in search of the same, come in contact with natural stone consultants. If you have found our series interesting, keep the reading of blogs at World of Stones continue.
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