Petrographic description
Norwegian Rose is a Marble quarried in Norway, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICNOMA00044. Its dominant tone is pink & rose.
Like every marble, 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: polished, honed, brushed, sandblasted, bush-hammered (exterior). Typical applications: interior floors and walls, bathrooms, vanity tops, stairs, fireplaces, furniture and sculpture.
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.
Norwegian Rose: complete guide
Overview
Norwegian Rose is a pink Norwegian marble with green and grey veins. Its lively pattern makes it suitable for decorative surfaces and interiors with character.
History and origin
It is a marble of Norwegian origin, quarried in the north of the country, known for its unusual combination of pink and green tones. It is available on the international market in relatively limited quantities, mainly for cladding and furnishings. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background is pink, from pale to intense pink, alternating with white areas and crossed by green and grey veins and bands. The pattern is highly variable and each slab differs from the next. Polished, it enhances the contrast between pink and green; honed, it softens it.
Uses
Recommended for walls, bathroom tops, washbasins, fireplaces, furniture tops and interior floors. It is at its best in book-matched compositions. Avoid it outdoors and on heavily used kitchen worktops.
Care and maintenance
Clean with neutral products and soft cloths. Avoid limescale removers, vinegar and aggressive detergents. A stain-repellent impregnating sealer protects the light areas.
- Classification
- crystalline calcitic marble
- Bulk density
- approx. 2,700 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- approx. 3
- Water absorption
- low
- Main use
- interiors
- Acid resistance
- low: sensitive to acids and limescale removers
FAQ
Is Norwegian Rose suitable for outdoor use?
Marble: suitable for façades and shaded areas with a honed or bush-hammered finish; polished surfaces lose their gloss outdoors. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Norwegian Rose 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 Norwegian Rose 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.
