Canonical: https://jandastonedesigns.com/countertops/marble/ Natural stone · In-house fabrication since 2018 # Marble Countertops Marble slab selection, [in-house fabrication](https://jandastonedesigns.com/countertop-fabrication/) at our Auburndale shop and professional installation across Polk County. Every marble install includes a full care briefing, so you know exactly what the material asks of you before it goes in. From $65/sq ft installed. Price it (863) 267-4222 Auburndale showroom & fabrication shop: 1057 US Highway 92 W, Auburndale · Mon-Fri 8-4 Marble's veining, created by its mineral composition (primarily calcite), gives it a character no engineered material fully replicates. It is also a calcium carbonate stone, so it reacts to acids: citrus juice, wine, vinegar and some cleaning products etch a polished surface on contact. That is not a defect in the stone. It is how the material behaves. We tell clients all of this before the order is placed. If marble is the right choice, we install it with care. If a different material serves you better, we will tell you that too. For the marble look with lower upkeep, we compare [quartz](https://jandastonedesigns.com/countertops/quartz/) with marble-like veining side by side during your consultation. **Lines we carry:** ST Stones Why marble ## What to know before you choose ### Bathroom vanities Our most consistently recommended use of marble. A vanity sees far less acid contact than a kitchen counter, and the upkeep is very manageable. ### Low-use islands An island used mainly for baking, display or staging can work well. Bakers often request marble for pastry work, accepting that it will etch and develop character. ### Feature surfaces [Fireplace surrounds](https://jandastonedesigns.com/quartz-fireplace-surround/), built-in shelving, dry-bar tops and decorative elements where no food prep happens deliver the look with little etching concern. ### Sealing schedule Sealed at installation and resealed every 6 to 12 months. If a tablespoon of water absorbs within 10 minutes instead of beading, it is time to reseal. ### Honed or polished On honed marble, etching is far less visible because the surface is already matte. Honed surfaces absorb liquids faster and need diligent sealing. ### Indoors only We do not recommend marble in direct Florida sun. [Porcelain slab](https://jandastonedesigns.com/countertops/porcelain-surfaces/) or granite is the right outdoor material. Installed price range ## Estimate your countertops Estimated installed range $2,275 - $4,025 Marble, 35 sq ft at $65-$115 / sq ft installed Quartz ****** Granite ****** Marble ****** Porcelain ****** Financing from $500 to $25,000 through Wisetack, 3-60 months for qualified buyers. [Details](https://jandastonedesigns.com/financing/) [Get my exact quote](https://jandastonedesigns.com/contact-us/?project=countertops&material=marble&sqft=35#estimate) Installed ranges per square foot, as published on this site. Your written quote follows a free on-site measure. In the showroom ## See it in person Open-concept kitchen with a white waterfall-edge island and pendant lights Walk-in shower clad in large-format white porcelain slab with a floating bench Floating quartz vanity with an integrated sink and white veining Quartz sample rack with white and grey veined finishes Large porcelain slab samples including Taj Mahal Cream and Mystic Ocean White shaker vanity with a quartz top below a tile feature wall Tower of quartz countertop samples Quartz sample display with cabinet hardware on the adjacent wall Undermount sinks in stainless steel, porcelain and black composite FAQ ## Marble: common questions ### Will marble stain or etch? Marble can stain if spills sit without cleanup, and it etches, leaving dull marks, when acidic items contact the surface. Both are manageable with the right habits and expectations. ### Does sealing prevent etching on marble? No. Sealing improves stain resistance, but etching is a chemical surface reaction to acids. A well-sealed marble surface resists oil, coffee and most food stains, but it does not resist acid. ### Is polished or honed marble better for kitchens? Many homeowners choose honed because it makes etching less noticeable than a polished finish. The tradeoff is that honed surfaces absorb liquids faster and need more diligent sealing. Neither finish makes marble stain-proof. ### Which marble varieties can I choose? We source marble through ST Stones. Carrara has a white to light grey background with subtle grey veining and is the most consistent slab to slab. Calacatta has bold gold and grey veining and varies significantly between lots, so selecting the slab in person is essential. Statuario has a bright white base with pronounced dark grey veining. Other varieties are available on request. ### Can marble be used for an outdoor kitchen or lanai in Florida? It is not ideal. UV exposure, rain, pool chemicals and acids from organic debris all work against the surface. [Granite](https://jandastonedesigns.com/countertops/granite/) is a far better outdoor choice for its UV stability and hardness, and porcelain slab is the right option for a fully exposed outdoor kitchen. ### Marble or quartz for a bathroom vanity? Both are excellent vanity materials. Marble gives a natural stone look that quartz cannot fully match. Quartz needs no sealing and shrugs off the toiletry products that can etch marble. For a master bath where appearance leads, marble is a strong choice. For a high-traffic family bath, quartz is more practical. 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Visit or book a measure ## Choose your slab in Auburndale (image: Kitchen with a waterfall island countertop) Countertop showroom and in-house fabrication shop ### [Auburndale](https://jandastonedesigns.com/locations/auburndale-fl/) 1057 US Highway 92 W, Auburndale, FL 33823 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Sat-Sun closed - Quartz, granite, marble and porcelain countertops - In-house stone fabrication - Custom cabinets [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=1057%20US%20Highway%2092%20W%2C%20Auburndale%2C%20FL%2033823&destination_place_id=ChIJXXbniixB3YgR_dCweppZA8s) Call ## Free on-site estimate. Written quote. No obligation. [Request an estimate](https://jandastonedesigns.com/contact-us/#estimate) (863) 267-4222