Botticino Semiclassico: the complete guide

History and origin

Like all Botticino varieties, it comes from the hills east of Brescia, a historic quarrying area for compact cream-coloured limestones. Semiclassico is widely used in residential and commercial construction for its versatility. In the Marmi di Carrara catalogue it is listed among the exclusive materials, available in blocks, slabs and calibrated tiles. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.

Look and veining

The cream-ivory background features thin veins and more moderate stylolites than Fiorito, with a few beige patches. The slabs are fairly homogeneous, with limited differences in tone. Polished, it is bright and warm; satin, brushed or sandblasted, it becomes more matt and natural.

Technical properties (indicative)

Recommended uses

The catalogue offers it for floors, cladding, bathrooms, washbasins, bathtubs, tables, stairs and fireplaces, as well as waterjet work and inlays. It is also suitable for thresholds and exterior cladding. For heavily used kitchen worktops, materials less sensitive to acids are recommended.

Care and maintenance

Clean with neutral detergents, drying any standing water. Apply a stain-proofing impregnator, to be renewed on bathroom tops and heavily used floors. Do not use limescale removers or products containing citric acid.

Pairings

• Nero Marquina or Port Laurent for inlays and borders
• Portoro Silver for decorative contrasts
• warm woods such as honey oak and brass details

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