Samaha: the complete guide
Samaha is a creamy beige Egyptian marble, with golden veins and a warm, bright appearance. It is chosen for elegant indoor floors and cladding, with a good balance between looks and cost.
History and origin
Egypt has long been among the leading exporters of beige and cream limestones sold as marbles, such as Galala and Sunny. Samaha belongs to this family of warm, bright materials, widely used in the Middle East and the Mediterranean. It is offered in slabs, tiles and made-to-measure pieces. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Look and veining
The cream-beige background is run through with more or less marked golden or hazel veins and shadings. Small fossils or spots typical of limestones may appear, with variations between slabs. Polished, it is warm and glossy; honed or antiqued, it takes on a more natural, softer look.
Technical properties (indicative)
| Classification | commercial marble (compact limestone) |
|---|---|
| Bulk density | approx. 2,550 kg/m³ (indicative) |
| Mohs hardness | approx. 3 |
| Water absorption | medium-low |
| Main use | interiors |
| Acid resistance | low: sensitive to lemon, vinegar and limescale removers |
Recommended uses
Ideal for indoor floors and cladding, bathrooms, stairs, thresholds and indoor windowsills. Not recommended for kitchen worktops or for exteriors in frost-prone areas, because it is sensitive to acids and can deteriorate with freeze-thaw cycles.
Care and maintenance
Neutral detergents specific to marble, never acidic products or limescale removers. A stain-proofing impregnating sealer is recommended, especially in bathrooms and traffic areas.
Pairings
- walnut or teak
- brass and satin gold
- sand and terracotta textiles
FAQ
Is Samaha a marble or a limestone?
It is sold as marble, but geologically it is a compact, polishable limestone: it therefore has the same sensitivity to acids as calcitic marbles.
How does it differ from Galala?
Both are cream-coloured Egyptian limestones; the background tone and the presence of veining differ, and should be compared on a sample before choosing.
Can it be used outdoors?
In mild climates for sheltered cladding, yes; in frost-prone areas or for outdoor floors a more compact stone is preferable.
How do I order it?
We supply it on request: tell us formats and square metres and we will send you a quote and photos of the slabs.
Samaha: 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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