Arabescato Marble 16x24 Sandblasted Tile

AB16X24H0018

SAMPLES SHIP FREE WITHIN 1–3 BUSINESS DAYS

$11.95 / sq. ft.

$31.87 / Piece

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Minimum order: 50 sq. ft.

Add 10% more to cover cuts and waste (recommended)

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Order your full amount plus 10% at once — reorders may vary in tone and veining. Shipping damage is covered with photos; small shortages (1–5 pieces) are refunded, NOT reshipped, so the extra 10% protects you.

About Arabescato Marble Sandblasted Tile

Material Education

Arabescato marble is a distinguished Italian white marble prized for its striking interplay of bright white and creamy ivory tones, dramatically threaded with bold grey and charcoal veining. Quarried in the Apuan Alps of Tuscany, this stone displays an intricate, web-like veining pattern that sets it apart from more restrained white marbles. Its dense crystalline structure gives it excellent durability while maintaining the luminous, elegant character that has made Italian marble a hallmark of luxury design.

As a genuine natural stone, each Arabescato tile will exhibit its own unique veining density, color shift, and pattern — no two tiles are identical, and this natural variation is a celebrated hallmark of authentic marble rather than a flaw.

About this tile: This 16×24 field tile is finished with a sandblasted surface treatment that creates a refined matte texture with a subtle weathered feel — the large format maximizes the visual impact of Arabescato's dramatic veining while the textured surface adds depth and slip resistance.

Design & Inspiration

Arabescato's white and grey palette pairs beautifully with brushed brass or matte black fixtures, white oak cabinetry, and deep charcoal or navy accents, suiting contemporary, transitional, and classic Mediterranean design styles. Its bold veining brings movement and drama to any surface, making it equally at home in a minimalist modern bath and a traditionally styled kitchen.

The 16×24 format laid in a staggered brick or straight stack pattern creates a seamless, gallery-like flow that visually expands a room, while the sandblasted finish adds a tactile, organic quality that softens the inherent formality of marble. This combination is especially powerful on bathroom floors, feature walls, and large-format shower surrounds where the veining can be appreciated at scale.

Popular design combinations: Arabescato 16×24 sandblasted floor tiles paired with polished Arabescato subway walls and brushed gold fixtures for a layered, spa-level bathroom retreat. Explore the full Arabescato Marble collection for coordinating sizes, and browse more marble tile for complementary looks.

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Arabescato marble is a luxurious Italian white marble sourced from the Apuan Alps, recognized for its vivid white and ivory ground boldly threaded with sweeping grey and charcoal veining. This 16×24 tile format delivers an expansive canvas that showcases the stone's dramatic patterning to full effect, making it a statement choice for high-impact installations.

The sandblasted finish gives the surface a refined matte texture that diffuses light evenly and adds a subtle, tactile quality distinct from polished or honed treatments — it also provides enhanced slip resistance compared to polished marble, making it a practical choice for floor applications. Installation is straightforward with standard large-format tile techniques, though back-buttering is strongly recommended to ensure full coverage and prevent hollow spots.

This tile is ideally suited for bathroom floors, shower surrounds, entryways, and feature walls where its scale and veining create a bold architectural impression. Because this is a clearance or specialty item, ordering samples before committing to a full project is strongly recommended to verify shade, veining character, and finish compatibility with your design.

Material	Natural Marble
Color	White, Ivory, Grey, Charcoal
Type	Field Tile
Tile Size	16 × 24 inches
Finish	Sandblasted
Sold By	Per Sq. Ft.
Application	Floor & Wall (Indoor)
Shade Variation	V3 — Moderate Variation
Design	Contemporary / Transitional / Classic
Country of Origin	Europe

✓ Bathroom FloorTextured finish adds slip resistance and elegance

✓ Shower SurroundLarge format minimizes grout, maximizes visual impact

✓ Entryway or FoyerBold veining creates a dramatic first impression

✓ Feature WallScale and pattern serve as natural focal point

— Outdoor UseNot rated for freeze-thaw or exterior exposure

— Unsealed Wet AreasMust be sealed before use; reseal annually in wet zones

Free Shipping: This product ships at standard freight rates calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.

Processing & Delivery: Orders are processed within 2–3 business days. Large orders ship via LTL freight — curbside delivery only. An adult must be present to sign for delivery. Estimated transit: 2–10 business days after shipment.

30-Day Returns: Uninstalled tile may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Inspect all tile carefully before installation — installed tile cannot be returned or exchanged. Samples are final sale.

Exclusions: Free shipping does not apply to Hawaii, Alaska, U.S. territories, or international addresses. Additional charges may apply for remote delivery areas.

Sealing: Arabescato marble is a relatively porous white stone and requires sealing before installation and regularly thereafter. Apply a premium penetrating stone sealer prior to grouting, and reseal every 6–12 months in wet areas such as showers and bathroom floors. The sandblasted texture is slightly more absorbent than a polished surface, so thorough sealer penetration is especially important — apply two coats for optimal protection.

Cleaning: Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner and a soft mop or cloth — never use vinegar, lemon juice, bleach, or any acidic or abrasive cleaners, as these will etch and dull the marble surface. The sandblasted finish is more forgiving of everyday wear than polished marble, but the white and ivory tones can show staining if spills are left unaddressed; blot liquids immediately and avoid oil-based or pigmented cleaning products.

Installation: Use white polymer-modified thinset mortar to prevent any grey thinset from telegraphing through the lighter stone. Back-butter each tile in addition to troweling the substrate to ensure full coverage and eliminate hollow spots — critical for a 16×24 large-format tile. Use tile leveling clips to maintain a flat, even surface across the large format, and allow for appropriate expansion joints at perimeters and field breaks per TCNA guidelines.

Important: Inspect all tile before installation. Variations in color, veining, and texture between pieces are natural characteristics of genuine stone — not defects. Order 10% overage for cuts, waste, and future repairs. Tile & Mosaic Depot specialists are available M–F 8:30AM–5PM PST at 855-797-8453.

Why Tile & Mosaic Depot

The natural stone specialists

Quarry-Direct Pricing

We buy direct from the source and skip the middleman, so you get showroom-quality stone for less.

Huge Stone Selection

Marble, travertine, limestone, porcelain and more — thousands of tiles, mosaics, and slabs in one place.

Expert Stone Support

Talk to real natural-stone specialists, M–F 8:30AM–5PM PST, at 855-797-8453 or via live chat.

Easy 30-Day Returns

Uninstalled tile can be returned within 30 days. Order with full confidence.

Why Order a Sample
A screen can't show you how Calacatta veining reads under your kitchen lights or how a porcelain finish sits next to your cabinet color. A sample can. It's the single best way to buy stone or porcelain tile with confidence — and the cheapest mistake you'll ever avoid.

How It Works
Samples are $7.99 each. Samples ship free and leave our warehouse within 1–3 business days. Sizes vary by material and availability — typically 3"×3" up to 8"×8" — and every sample is cut from the same material stocked for full orders.

What a Sample Shows
Color, texture, finish, and overall character. Because natural stone varies piece to piece, one sample represents the material but can't show the full range of a lot. Porcelain samples are highly representative of the production run. Want to see the current lot before you commit? Ask us — we'll send photos.

Good to Know

Samples are final sale — non-returnable and non-refundable.
We recommend sampling before every full order, especially for natural stone.
Larger or custom quantity? Contact us for a tailored quote.

Talk to a Specialist
Our stone and tile specialists will help you narrow it down. Call (855) 797-8453 or email sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5 PM PT.

How Your Order Ships
In-stock orders leave our warehouse within 2–3 business days. Stone, porcelain, and mosaic ship on a pallet via scheduled LTL freight and arrive 2–10 business days after dispatch, depending on destination. You'll get tracking and the carrier's name by email the day it ships.

Freight Delivery — What to Expect

The carrier calls you first. Every freight delivery is by appointment. Expect a call or text to set a window before the truck is dispatched.
Curbside delivery. The driver unloads to the curb or driveway. Freight does not include carrying material indoors or into a garage — plan for a helper or a hand truck.
Someone 18+ must sign. Inspect the pallet before signing. Note any damage, shortage, or broken shrink-wrap on the delivery receipt — this is what makes a claim valid.
Truck access. The address must be accessible to a full-size freight truck with enough space to unload.

Free Shipping
Free curbside freight on qualifying mosaic and molding orders over $1,999 in the continental U.S. Field tile, porcelain, and other product types ship at freight rates shown at checkout. Not available to Hawaii, Alaska, U.S. territories, or international addresses.

Damage & Shortages
Report within 3 calendar days of delivery with photos of the pallet, packaging, and affected pieces to sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com. Verified claims are covered. Shortages of 1–5 pieces are refunded rather than reshipped — which is why we recommend ordering 10% overage.

30-Day Returns
Uninstalled tile in full, unopened boxes may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Return freight is paid by the customer. Partial boxes, opened boxes, installed material, and samples are final sale.

Questions Before You Order?
Call (855) 797-8453 or email sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com, Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5 PM PT. If you're unsure about freight access at your address, ask us before checkout — we'll flag anything that could hold up delivery.

Natural Variation
Quarried stone varies in color, veining, shade, movement, and finish from piece to piece and from lot to lot. Screen photos and samples show the range, not the exact tile you'll receive. Variation is the nature of the material and is never grounds for return. Porcelain is far more consistent, but shade and pattern can still shift between production runs — buy your full quantity in one order.

Before You Install

Order 10% overage. Covers cuts, breakage, and spares for future repairs. Reorders may not match in tone or lot.
Inspect every piece before setting. Pull from all boxes, blend, and dry-lay the full area. Installation is acceptance — no claims are honored once tile is set.
Hire a qualified installer. Natural stone and large-format porcelain require experience with the material. Your installer is responsible for substrate, setting materials, and method.

Sealing & Care
Natural stone should be sealed with a penetrating sealer and re-sealed periodically in wet and high-traffic areas. Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner only — vinegar, bleach, ammonia, and acidic cleaners etch marble, limestone, travertine, and onyx permanently. Porcelain does not require sealing. Outdoor stone weathers and shifts in tone over time; this is expected.

Responsibility
Tile & Mosaic Depot supplies material only. We are not responsible for installation, labor costs, substrate conditions, setting materials, product misuse, or damage from handling, sealing, maintenance, or chemicals. No claims, returns, or replacements are accepted on installed material.

California Proposition 65
Some natural stone and porcelain products contain substances known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. Details at www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Natural Stone & Porcelain Tile Specialists

Direct from the Producers

We buy directly from the mills and factories that cut and finish our tile, so pricing stays sharp and lots stay consistent.

Samples Ship Free

$7.99 per sample with no shipping charge, shipped within 1–3 business days. See the current material before you commit.

Ask a Specialist

Email us anytime with a question about our products at sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com. We'll get back to you during our business hours, Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM PT.

30-Day Returns

Uninstalled tile in full, unopened boxes may be returned within 30 days. No partial returns. Order with confidence.