Bianco Tranovaltos: complete guide
Bianco Tranovaltos is a Greek white marble with an understated look, a light background and faint grey clouding. It is a practical choice for floors and cladding over large surfaces.
History and origin
Tranovaltos is a village in the Kozani region of Western Macedonia, an area with numerous quarries of white and grey marbles. The materials from this area are exported to many countries for residential and commercial construction. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Look and veining
A white or white-grey background with soft clouding and veining, sometimes more evident in certain blocks. The tone can range from a cool white to a slightly greyish white, so it is best to work with consistent batches. Polished, it shows its shading better; honed, it looks more uniform and matt.
Technical properties (indicative)
| Classification | fine-grained marble |
|---|---|
| Bulk density | approx. 2,750 kg/m³ (indicative) |
| Mohs hardness | approx. 3-3.5 |
| Water absorption | low |
| Main use | interiors |
| Acid resistance | low: avoid lemon, vinegar and limescale removers |
Recommended uses
Suitable for floors, cladding, stairs, thresholds and bathrooms, including in commercial settings. Outdoors it is used with caution and with rough finishes. Not recommended as a kitchen worktop without adequate protection.
Care and maintenance
Routine cleaning with diluted neutral detergent. Avoid abrasive products, which dull the polish. A stain-repellent impregnating sealer is recommended, especially in entrance areas and bathrooms.
Pairings
- bleached wood or grey oak
- brushed stainless steel
- linen fabrics and taupe tones
FAQ
Is Bianco Tranovaltos suitable for large floors?
Yes, it is often chosen for large surfaces; it is advisable to order the entire quantity from a single batch to ensure consistency of tone.
How does it cope with scratches?
Like all marbles it can scratch; a honed finish makes scratches less visible and can be restored by honing.
Can I use it outdoors?
In mild climates yes, for sheltered cladding or paving, with a brushed or sandblasted finish; in areas with severe frost a granite is better.
How do I order it?
Send us the quantities and formats: we will prepare a quote with photos of the available slabs or batches.
Bianco Tranovaltos: available on request
We supply this stone as blocks, slabs, tiles and custom-made pieces. Tell us size, thickness and quantity: we will send photos of the available slabs and a quote within 24 hours.
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