Calacatta Gold Collection

The Xtone Calacatta Gold collection is engineered to faithfully reproduce the distinctive look of genuine Calacatta marble, complete with warm golden veins flowing over a crisp white surface. Because the design is produced digitally onto durable porcelain, the result is a highly consistent and realistic marble effect that is difficult to distinguish from the natural stone at a glance. Unlike real marble, however, there are no inherent weak points or unpredictable pitting in the surface.

Real Calacatta marble is notoriously porous and prone to staining from everyday substances like coffee, wine, and acidic cleaners, whereas this porcelain collection is virtually non-porous and far more resistant to marks and moisture. The 6mm ultra-thin format also makes the tiles lighter and easier to handle during installation, and they require no sealing unlike natural stone. Over time, you will spend significantly less time and money on maintenance while retaining that luxurious gold-veined aesthetic.

For a bathroom floor, the nature finish is generally the most practical choice as its completely matt surface offers better slip resistance underfoot, particularly in wet conditions. The silk finish provides a subtle sheen that strikes a balance between aesthetics and practicality, making it a popular middle-ground option. The polished finish is stunning but is better reserved for bathroom walls or lower-traffic areas where grip is less of a concern.

Absolutely – the large format design of the Calacatta Gold collection is one of its greatest strengths for open-plan spaces, as fewer grout lines create a seamless, expansive feel that makes rooms appear larger and more cohesive. The elegant gold veining adds a sense of warmth and luxury that works beautifully across kitchen, dining, and living areas laid as one continuous run. We recommend consulting your installer about the subfloor preparation required to achieve a perfectly level result with large format tiles.

Maintaining the Calacatta Gold porcelain tiles is straightforward – simply sweep or vacuum regularly to remove loose dirt, then mop with a pH-neutral cleaner diluted in warm water. Because the surface is porcelain rather than natural marble, you do not need specialist stone cleaners or periodic sealing treatments. Avoid abrasive scrubbing pads or strongly acidic or alkaline products, as these can dull the finish over time, particularly on the polished variant.