Petrographic description
Beige limestone of fine grain size and brecciod structure, presenting small grains of quartz
Bege Bahia is a Limestone quarried in Brazil, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICBRLS00025. Its dominant tone is beige & cream, with fine grain and a brecciated 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.
Bege Bahia: complete guide
Overview
Bege Bahia is a light beige Brazilian limestone sold as marble. It is chosen for its warm, neutral tone and its natural, slightly mottled appearance.
History and origin
It comes from the state of Bahia in Brazil and has been widespread on the international market for years as a versatile beige. Geologically it is a limestone, often with small natural cavities. For this reason the slabs are normally filled or resin-treated during processing. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background is light beige, with patches, clouding and small darker or lighter inclusions. It has no true veins but a diffuse pattern that varies from slab to slab. Polishing makes the colour warmer; honing or brushing makes it look more rustic.
Uses
Suitable for residential floors, wall cladding, bathrooms and interior window sills. Not recommended for kitchen worktops, exteriors exposed to frost or high-traffic spaces. In bathrooms it must be well protected to avoid water marks.
Care and maintenance
Treat with a water- and oil-repellent protector after installation. Clean with neutral detergents, avoiding acidic or strongly alkaline products. Renew the protector regularly, especially on floors.
- Classification
- limestone (commercially marble)
- Bulk density
- approx. 2,500-2,600 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- approx. 3
- Water absorption
- medium
- Main use
- interiors
- Acid resistance
- low: sensitive to lemon, vinegar and limescale removers
FAQ
Is Bege Bahia 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 Bege Bahia per m²?
Indicative price from €95/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 Bege Bahia 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.
