Interesting Facts About Makrana Marble From India

You might have often heard, "Makrana" if you work around marbles or looking to integrate marbles in your home renovations. Makrana marble is one of the most in demand marbles in the world for its splendid beauty. It's true that there are different kinds of marbles in India but Makrana is the most popular among all of them. Makrana marble is not only used for homes but also to create timeless statues, sculptures and monuments. 

Because of this feature, makrana has written its name all over history as there are many examples including some of the world's most famous places that have used makrana in the construction. It's crystalline and interconnecting structure increases its durability and that's why people from all over the world love to use it in the construction. Majorly found in Rajasthan in the Makrana region, this natural stone has loads of interesting facts revolving around it. So, without further ado let us have a look at them. 

1. Makrana marble is considered as an unusual marble by scientists because it contains 98% calcium carbonate. And the amount of magnesium and iron is insufficient. For the same reason makrana marble remains intact  for hundreds of years. You might witness other kinds of marble changing its color due to reasons like oxidation of magnesium and iron but it doesn't happen with this white marble. 

2. Makrana marble is also known as the "Sangemarmar". It comes with varying patterns and shades which makes it perfect for home interior design as well. 

3. The grain on makrana marble is rougher from the other imported marbles. This grain is not common in foreign marble varieties but this new pattern gives it a greater strength, transparency and ability to polish better.

4. Apart from the home and commercial concentration, makrana marble is utilized for handicraft and sculptural work in India. 

5. Makrana Marble has a water absorption rate of 0.04 percent and that is the lowest of all calcitic marbles. 

6. There are different kinds of makrana marbles like bidasar brown, mercury black marble, banswara gold, pure white marble of makrana, off-white makrana marble etc. 

7. The yearly output of makrana is estimated to be around 6.5 lakhs tons at the moment as there are about 5.5 million tons of deposits available. So, you can get the best makrana for your home or your commercial place without worrying of it disappearing. 

8. Makrana marble offers lower solubility as compared to other imported marbles. Because of this it can easily survive the effects of water and the environment better. And one of the world's seven wonders, The Taj Mahal is the prime example of it. 

Endnotes

Over the years, makrana marbles have taken its place in the households as well. If you are also planning to add a new way to add creativity in your home interiors then makrana marbles is among the best choice as it has already been used in many premium hotels and residences. We hope you like these interesting facts about Makrana marbles from India.