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Used since Ancient times by the Romans, Carrara Marble was first quarried by the Cybo and Malaspina families, who ruled over Massa and Carrara, the northernmost tip of modern-day Tuscany. They were the first to regulate the marble mining industry by creating the Office of Marble in 1564. The rich history of this magnificent stone helps make it one of today’s most popular choices when it comes to marble.

Q: We had a dinner party the other night. Despite the fact that we thought we cleaned up well before turning in for the night, we found a forgotten red wine glass sitting on our white marble bar top. Not only that, but it was apparently one of our sloppy friends. There had obviously been a puddle of wine under the glass because we now have a lovely (insert sarcasm font) purple circle where the glass once stood. What now? Are we doomed to a lifetime of covering up that stain with seemingly misplaced décor items? Help!

When our stone experts in Italy came across these gorgeous, uniquely sized Calacatta Marble Original slabs, we knew this was one opportunity we couldn’t pass by!

Love the look of marble but heard “horror stories” of living with it in your home? We can put your mind at ease. While marble does need some tender loving care, it’s actually very easy to maintain. The secret is simply learning how to care for it properly.

Marble countertops have been a European kitchen staple for generations. There, they celebrate the unique patina that develops over time. They don’t mind the gradual stains and etching that occur when anything acidic lingers on the calcium-based surface. If you’re of the European mind-set then you’re a great candidate for classic marble countertops.

Choosing materials for your kitchen and bath renovations can seem overwhelming, but if you want a durable material with minimal maintenance needs, you can't go wrong with marble. This stone will not only stand the test of time, but also has an ageless aesthetic appeal, allowing it to be right at home in an ornate, traditional home or a sleek, modern space. While there are plenty of familiar ways to use marble in interior design, don't be afraid to branch out. Take a look at some unique ways to use marble in home design.

Nearly everyone loves to gaze at marble. It adds character and class to any setting. Augustus proudly said he found Rome made of bricks and left it marble. The Pantheon is made of marble, as well as the Lincoln Memorial. Time has shown marble to be long lasting, durable, beautiful and unique because of its veins. Marble countertops make any setting beautiful. Last year brought the trend of white marble.

When you choose marble countertops you are making an elegant statement that your presence will last decades. Small wonder the trend is to bring back marble in residential and commercial settings. Wherever marble is found, it always gives us pause, as we never tire seeing it.

In the world of white marble countertops, there are many variances, at least 27 in fact. Some tend toward the gray. Others are a bit more creamy or granular. Those in the most pure form are without a doubt the hardest to procure and therefore the most expensive. White marble can be found on many continents. However, the most sought after types are from the quarries in Barry, Vermont and Carrara, Italy.