The most common Italian marble is Carrara, named for the region it comes from. “Carrara has a gray field, or background,” says Bruno, “with a light gray veining.” This stone can also tend toward blue-gray, and the patterning is usually soft and feathery.

Calacatta marble is highly sought after for many reasons. One of these reasons being the fact that Calacatta has been used in some of the most famous buildings throughout history – castles and cathedrals, mostly.

A reason for this is because Calacatta marble is whiter than most marbles on the market, so contractors and homeowners often associate it with high-end luxury. Calacatta marble is characterized by its deep white color and thick, elegant veins that come in a variety of colors, anything from beige to regal gold.