Marblelous 108.5x118.9 matt hexagonal marble-effect porcelain tile by Vives
The Marblelous 108.5x118.9 matt hexagonal marble-effect porcelain tile by Vives transforms the appearance of marble through a large-format piece with an unconventional geometry. Its hexagonal silhouette with softly rounded corners breaks away from the repetition of square and rectangular formats, creating floors and walls with a strong architectural presence.
The collection is available in two clearly differentiated designs: Pietra Erdek, with a white and grey background crossed by golden veins and more intense mineral areas, and Pietra Wailea, a dark interpretation in black or deep brown crossed by pale, reddish and ochre veins. Both models share the same hexagonal geometry but offer two opposite ways of interpreting marble: one bright and expressive, the other deep and sophisticated.
The generous size of the piece allows each design to be perceived as a complete stone surface. The veining is not confined to small tiles, but extends across a broad support and creates a composition closer to the scale of a natural stone slab. The hexagonal shape adds a second layer of design and turns each unit into an element capable of visually organising the space.
A large-format hexagonal tile
The approximate 108.5x118.9 cm format places Marblelous Pietra in a category very different from that of traditional small hexagonal mosaics. This is not a repetitive small module, but a large porcelain element designed to create expansive surfaces with a reduced number of pieces.
Each hexagon functions as an architectural module. When several pieces are installed together, their sides meet and create a large-scale geometric grid. The surface retains continuity, while the joints reveal the shape of each module and produce a composition far more dynamic than a conventional square layout.
This size makes it possible to use the porcelain tile across complete floors or within decorative areas. A single piece can form the base of a table, highlight a display zone or become part of a wall panel. Several units can create high-impact floors in homes, hotels, restaurants, shops and representative spaces.
Organic geometry with softened corners
Unlike a conventional hexagon with straight sides and very sharp angles, Pietra has a softer outline. The rounded corners reduce the visual hardness of the geometry and allow the piece to feel more organic.
This combination of geometry and softness is particularly suitable for contemporary projects seeking a sculptural appearance without relying on excessively rigid lines. The hexagon organises the surface, while the curved edges introduce fluidity.
The shape can be coordinated with rounded furniture, freestanding baths, oval tables, curved mirrors and organic architectural elements. It can also be used as a counterpoint in interiors dominated by straight lines.
Pietra Erdek: white marble with golden and grey veining
Pietra Erdek offers a bright and complex interpretation of marble. Its background combines whites, pale greys and areas with a stronger mineral character, crossed by fine golden, beige and ochre veins.
The graphic does not reproduce a completely uniform marble. Some areas contain grey clouds, others remain lighter, and selected golden veins run irregularly across the surface. This diversity adds depth and reinforces the impression of natural stone.
Erdek can be used to create bright spaces, while its design prevents the result from appearing flat or excessively neutral. The golden veins introduce warmth and allow the tile to coordinate with timber, brass, bronze, beige fabrics and cream-coloured furniture.
The mineral expressiveness of Erdek
The beauty of Erdek lies in the balance between brightness and drama. The white background visually enlarges the space, while the grey areas and golden veins add movement. From a distance, the tile appears as a luminous surface; at close range, it reveals a wide variety of nuances.
Across large floors, the repetition of the hexagons creates a composition in which each piece retains its own personality. Shade variation and graphic diversity should be understood as part of the design rather than as an irregularity in the product.
Before installation, it is advisable to lay out several pieces and distribute the more intense areas, golden veins and pale backgrounds. This planning helps prevent unintended concentrations and creates a visually balanced floor.
Pietra Wailea: dark marble with considerable depth
Pietra Wailea develops the darkest and most sophisticated alternative. Its black, deep brown or anthracite background is crossed by numerous pale, ochre and reddish veins reminiscent of highly expressive natural marbles.
The surface takes on an enveloping and dramatic appearance. The veins cross the dark background in different directions and create a rich design capable of becoming the principal decorative element of a room.
Wailea works especially well in projects seeking depth, contrast and elegance. It can be combined with pale walls, timber, warm metals, white furniture and neutral fabrics. It can also be used in monochrome compositions alongside black or graphite elements.
A dark marble for sophisticated interiors
The deep colour of Wailea creates interiors with strong visual intensity. In a living room, it can become the leading floor. In a bathroom, it can highlight the bath area, basin wall or an entire feature wall. In a restaurant or hotel, it can reinforce an elegant and theatrical atmosphere.
Lighting plays a crucial role. Warm light highlights the ochre and reddish veins, while more neutral illumination emphasises the greys and the contrast between the lines and the background. The placement of light fittings can help reveal the tonal changes without creating strong reflections, thanks to the matt finish.
In smaller spaces, Wailea can be used selectively to prevent the dark colour from visually reducing the room. A single feature area can provide all the required impact without covering the entire space.
Matt finish for a mineral appearance
Pietra Erdek and Pietra Wailea feature a matt finish that removes the intense shine often associated with marble-effect porcelain. This surface offers a more mineral, contemporary appearance, closer to gently worked stone.
The matt finish allows the veining and colour changes to become the principal visual features. The surface does not rely on reflections to convey depth, but on the graphic itself and its chromatic variation.
This finish makes it easier to combine the tile with natural timber, microcement, stone, fabrics, metal and mineral paints. It also allows marble to be incorporated into projects that are less classical and more closely connected with contemporary architecture.
A contemporary alternative to polished marble
Marble effects are often associated with glossy surfaces and classical interiors. Marblelous Pietra proposes a different interpretation based on large format, hexagonal geometry and a matt finish.
This combination allows the appearance of marble to be used in minimalist, organic, industrial, Mediterranean and eclectic interiors. The graphic retains the richness of the stone, while the matt surface avoids an overly luxurious or traditional image.
Erdek provides sophisticated brightness without relying on gloss. Wailea creates depth and drama while preserving a restrained visual texture. Both models can coexist with contemporary furniture and natural materials.
Sold per piece and surface calculation
This porcelain tile is sold with a price per piece. Each box contains one unit and covers approximately 1.006 m². This must be considered when calculating the quantity required for the project.
The hexagonal geometry can require specific cuts where the floor meets walls, columns, doorways and other architectural features. The calculation should therefore not be based solely on the net area. It is advisable to include an additional percentage for cuts, graphic selection and possible future repairs.
The required quantity will depend on the shape of the room, the orientation of the pattern and the distribution of the pieces. An installation plan helps anticipate cuts and optimise the use of the material.
A large format that reduces fragmentation
Although the hexagonal shape makes the modulation visible, the large size of each piece significantly reduces the number of joints compared with a floor made from small hexagons. The surface therefore retains a broad and architectural reading.
The reduced number of joints allows the marble graphic to be appreciated more clearly. The veins travel across large areas and are not continuously interrupted by a small-format grid.
The joint between the pieces nevertheless remains part of the design. Grout colour and width influence the perception of the hexagon. A coordinated joint softens the geometry, while a contrasting shade makes each module more visible.
Sculptural flooring for living rooms
In living and dining rooms, Marblelous Pietra can act as a sculptural floor. The combination of large format, hexagonal geometry and marble graphic turns the surface into a central part of the decoration.
Erdek supports bright interiors with beige, white or grey furniture, timber and golden metal details. Wailea works with pale sofas, timber tables, leather, brass and darker elements.
The shape of the tiles can be related to the furniture layout. Round tables, organically shaped rugs and curved sofas work especially well with the softened outline of the hexagon.
Bathrooms with an exclusive mineral aesthetic
In bathrooms, the pieces can be installed both on floors and on decorative walls. A Pietra Erdek composition creates a bright atmosphere, while Wailea introduces depth and contrast.
Erdek can be combined with white wall coverings, pale timber, stone basins and black or golden fittings. Wailea works with white sanitaryware, dark timber, brass and cream surfaces.
The hexagonal geometry can highlight a bath area, freestanding basin or the centre of the room. It can also cover a complete wall to create a large stone-effect panel.
Kitchens combining marble and geometry
Marblelous Pietra introduces decorative flooring into open-plan kitchens and dining areas. The tile can cover the entire space or define a particular zone within a larger room.
Erdek works with white, cream, pale timber, grey and natural-toned cabinetry. Its golden veins can be repeated in handles, taps and lighting. Wailea creates strong contrast with pale furniture and a more unified composition with black or dark timber fronts.
The flooring design should be coordinated with the worktop and splashback. When the tile has an intense graphic, it may be preferable to use calmer surfaces on the other elements.
Hotels and reception spaces
The large hexagonal format is especially suitable for hotel receptions, entrance halls and communal areas where a strong and recognisable first impression is required.
Erdek introduces brightness and mineral elegance into contemporary hotels, spas and wellness spaces. Wailea creates a deeper atmosphere suited to urban hotels, restaurants and leisure environments.
The geometry can help organise circulation visually. Tile orientation and colour distribution can indicate entrances, counters and waiting areas.
Restaurants, bars and commercial spaces
In restaurants and bars, Marblelous Pietra makes it possible to create distinctive flooring without relying on a figurative pattern. The visual strength comes from the stone effect, colour and geometry.
Pietra Erdek combines with timber, planting, pale upholstery and warm metals. Pietra Wailea works with subdued lighting, leather, pale marble and dark furniture.
In shops and showrooms, the tiles can provide a background for design products, fashion, furniture or lighting. The scale of the hexagon creates a distinctive and easily recognisable image.
Combining Pietra Erdek and Pietra Wailea
The two versions can be used independently or combined within the same project. The contrast between white and black makes it possible to create highly expressive compositions.
One option is to use Erdek as the principal surface and reserve Wailea for a central zone, perimeter or transition. The reverse arrangement is also possible, with Wailea as the base and Erdek as a lighter element.
The combination should be planned carefully to avoid excessive visual fragmentation. The large size of the pieces means the layout should follow a clear and coherent scheme.
Combining with timber and warm metals
Timber softens the appearance of marble and provides balance. Erdek works with oak, ash, beech and other pale woods. Wailea combines with walnut, smoked oak and deeper timber tones.
Brass, bronze and gold finishes connect directly with the warm veining in both models. With Erdek, they emphasise the golden details. With Wailea, they create points of light across the dark background.
Black metal introduces a more architectural character and emphasises the hexagonal geometry. It can be used in window frames, lighting, taps and furniture.
Combining with plain surfaces
Because of the intensity of the graphic, Marblelous Pietra works particularly well with plain surfaces. White paint, microcement, neutral wall coverings and timber with a restrained grain allow the porcelain tile to remain the main feature.
Erdek can be combined with off-white, beige, pale grey and sandy shades. Wailea works with cream, grey, black, brown and selected deep colours such as dark green or burgundy.
A controlled palette helps prevent the space from appearing visually overloaded. The porcelain surface already provides considerable richness through veining, shade variation and geometry.
Suitable for floors and walls
Marblelous Pietra is a porcelain tile suitable for both floors and walls. This versatility makes it possible to extend the same piece from the floor onto selected vertical surfaces and create enveloping compositions.
On walls, the installation of a piece of this size requires specific technical planning, suitable substrates and professionals experienced in handling large-format tiles.
The position of the hexagons can be studied so the design aligns with furniture, sanitaryware, doors and other architectural features.
Frost-resistant porcelain and application possibilities
The product is classified as frost resistant, broadening the range of possible applications. Suitability for each location must still be assessed according to exposure, slope, moisture and anti-slip requirements.
Frost resistance does not mean the finish is suitable for every wet outdoor area. Before using it on terraces, entrances or spaces exposed to rain, the specific requirements of the project must be checked.
Outdoor installation requires a suitable substrate, adhesive, joints, slopes and drainage.
Shade variation and graphic diversity
Shade variation is an essential part of the collection. The pieces may present differences in colour, veining and graphic distribution that reproduce the diversity of natural stone.
Before installation, it is advisable to open several boxes and inspect the pieces. The layout should balance pale and dark areas and stronger veins to create a harmonious composition.
With Erdek, the grey areas and golden veins should be distributed carefully. With Wailea, vein directions and concentrations should be alternated to avoid visible repetition.
Installation of a large-format piece
Handling a piece of this size requires suitable tools, suction cups, transport systems and professionals experienced with large-format tiles.
The substrate must be flat and correctly prepared. Adhesive application should provide uniform coverage to avoid voids and ensure a stable installation.
Perimeter cuts and junctions with the architecture should be planned before installation begins. The hexagonal geometry makes a preliminary layout especially important.
Cleaning and maintenance of the matt finish
After installation, a suitable final clean should be carried out to remove adhesive, cement and grout residues. Products must be compatible with porcelain stoneware and applied according to the relevant instructions.
For routine maintenance, methods that do not leave films on the surface should be used. Residues can alter the matt appearance and affect the reading of the veining.
Cleaning frequency will depend on traffic and the type of space. In hotels, restaurants and shops, maintenance should be adapted to more intensive use.
A porcelain tile combining marble, geometry and large format
The Marblelous 108.5x118.9 matt hexagonal marble-effect porcelain tile by Vives brings together three highly expressive elements: a marble-inspired graphic, a hexagonal geometry with softened edges and the scale of a large-format tile.
Pietra Erdek offers a bright surface with grey nuances and golden veins. Pietra Wailea develops a dark, deep interpretation crossed by numerous pale and warm veins. Both designs create floors and walls with a strong personality.
Its matt finish, porcelain construction and suitability for floors and walls make it an option for living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, restaurants, shops and interior projects where the surface should form an essential part of the architecture. More than a conventional tile, Marblelous Pietra is a sculptural module capable of transforming space through material, scale and geometry.
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