Experience the pinnacle of Italian-inspired luxury combined with modern engineering. Face Impex brings you the timeless beauty of Statuario marble in high-performance porcelain, offering a sophisticated solution for residential and commercial interiors alike.
1. The Statuario Legacy: Why It Never Goes Out of Style:
Statuario marble is the gold standard of luxury. Known for its brilliant white backdrop and dramatic grey veining, it has graced palaces for centuries. Face Impex replicates this natural masterpiece using advanced digital imaging, giving you the "King of Marbles" look with the unbreakable strength of porcelain.
2. Surface Finishes: A Texture for Every Vision:
At Face Impex, we understand that every room has a different personality. We offer three distinct finishes in our Statuario range:
Polished Porcelain Tiles: Mirror-like surfaces that bounce light, making your living room or lobby feel expansive.
Matt Porcelain Tiles: A slip-resistant, velvet-smooth finish ideal for high-traffic areas and modern, understated designs.
Carving Porcelain Tiles: Our premium technology creates a tactile surface where the veins are physically embossed, mimicking the authentic feel of hand-carved stone.
3. Versatile Applications: Kitchen, Bathroom, and Beyond:
Our Statuario tiles are designed for versatility across your entire project:
Flooring Tiles: Transform grand hallways and bedrooms into high-end sanctuaries.
Kitchen Tiles: Use as a durable, heat-resistant backsplash or a stunning island feature.
Bathroom Tiles: Create a seamless, spa-like wet room with our low-absorption porcelain.
4. Size & Format Availability:
Face Impex provides a wide array of sizes to minimize grout lines and maximize the "seamless" marble look:
Standard Formats: 600 x 600 mm and 600 x 1200 mm for classic installations.
Large Format Slabs: 800 x 1600 mm and 1200 x 2400 mm for that continuous, luxurious "slab" effect on walls and floors.
5. Why Choose Face Impex Tiles?
When you choose Face Impex, you aren't just buying a tile; you're investing in quality.
High Random Variation: We ensure multiple "faces" (patterns) so your floor looks like natural stone, not a repeated print.
Export-Grade Quality: Our tiles meet international standards for density, flatness, and color consistency.
Global Reach: Trusted by architects and developers worldwide for our reliability and aesthetic precision.
6. Technical Specifications: The Core of Quality:
The beauty of Face Impex Statuario tiles is more than skin deep. Polished Matt and Carving 600x600mm Here is why our porcelain outperforms natural marble:
Features Face Impex Porcelain Specification
Water Absorption Less than 0.5% (Non-porous)
Stain Resistance Class 5 (High resistance)
Breaking Strength ≥ 1300 N
Surface Hardness 6-7 Mohs Scale
7. Color Palette & Veining Styles:
While the base is always a crisp, pure white, Face Impex offers variations in veining to suit your palette:
Classic Grey: Bold, sweeping charcoal veins for high contrast.
Soft Cloud: Subtle, misty grey patterns for a minimalist aesthetic.
Gold Accents: Warm, honey-colored veins that pair beautifully with brass fixtures.
8. Installation Guidelines for a Flawless Finish:
To get the most out of your Face Impex tiles, follow these professional tips:
Subfloor Prep: Ensure the floor is perfectly level to prevent "lippage" on large-format tiles.
Dry Laying: Lay the tiles out first to arrange the veins into a natural-looking flow.
Adhesive Choice: Use a high-quality, polymer-modified adhesive designed for porcelain to ensure a permanent bond.
9. Maintenance: High Luxury, Low Effort:
Unlike natural Statuario, which requires expensive sealing and special cleaners, Face Impex porcelain is nearly maintenance-free.
Acid Resistant: Spilled lemon juice or vinegar won't etch the surface.
Scratch Polished Matt and Carving 600x600mm Resistant: Perfect for homes with pets or heavy furniture.
Easy Clean: A simple mop with water and a neutral detergent keeps them looking brand new for decades.
10. Conclusion: Elevate Your Lifestyle:
Choosing Statuario tiles from Face Impex means choosing a lifetime of elegance. By blending the artistic heritage of marble with the cutting-edge technology of porcelain, we provide a flooring and wall solution that is as practical as it is beautiful. Polished Matt and Carving 600x1200mm Transform your home into a masterpiece today.
