Natural Stone Flooring Alternative: MSI's Stile Calacatta Marble Porcelain Slabs

August 01, 2016

[Revised March 2025 – updated content and current products added]

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When you hear the word porcelain, do you picture delicate fine china? Let's broaden that perspective! The porcelain slab tile impressively mimics the natural beauty of stones like marble, slate, and travertine, all while offering a sleek polished finish and the durability to keep up with your active lifestyle. With a wonderful variety of patterns, shades, sizes, and shapes available, the design possibilities are truly endless!

Utilizing innovative inkjet technology, the Stile Porcelain Slab Collection embodies the beauty of natural stone while offering the durability and low maintenance associated with porcelain tile. It enhances surfaces with lightweight, ultra-thin panels in sixteen stylish colors. These large format porcelain tiles ensure a seamless appearance and straightforward installation. Exceptionally durable, Stile porcelain panels withstand heavy foot traffic, making them perfect for high-traffic residential and commercial spaces. With low maintenance and easy cleaning, enjoy their beauty for years.

Arabascato Visio

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Transform your bathroom into a luxurious retreat with Arabascato Visio porcelain slabs from our Stile Collection. Featuring a soft creamy white background with distinctive gray veins, these slabs beautifully mimic the elegance of natural marble—without the hefty price tag. The generous 63x126 dimensions make them ideal for creating stunning installations on walls and floors, allowing the mirrored pattern to shine through in larger spaces.

Whether used as a bathroom countertop or a striking accent wall, Arabascato Visio brings sophistication and timeless style to your bathroom. This affordable yet high-end alternative to marble look tile offers the beauty you desire with the durability and ease of porcelain, making it a smart choice for both aesthetics and practicality.

Basaltina Nera

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Basaltina Nera matte porcelain slabs are a striking choice for countertops, offering the sleek, sophisticated look of natural slate with the added benefits of durability and low maintenance. With its rich charcoal coloration and matte finish, this porcelain slab product captures the timeless elegance of slate, giving your space a refined, modern aesthetic. Ideal for both residential and light commercial applications, Basaltina Nera matte withstands everyday wear and tear with ease.

Whether used in kitchens or bathrooms, this versatile material mimics the beauty of slate while providing the durability and practicality that comes with high-quality porcelain.

Calacatta Montasia

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The Calacatta Montasia, crafted in Italy, offers the luxurious look of natural stone with the practicality of high-quality porcelain. With its stunning blend of varying shades of white and gray, this polished slab closely mimics the elegant "Zermat" quartzite, making it a sophisticated choice for kitchen countertops. It's both durability and a sleek, refined aesthetic that can withstand the demands of daily use while adding a touch of elegance to your kitchen.

Perfect for high-end design projects, Calacatta Montasia brings a contemporary, timeless appeal to any space, offering the beauty of natural stone without the maintenance. Whether you're creating an island centerpiece, wall tile, or updating your counters, this versatile slab transforms your kitchen into a luxurious and stylish environment.

Taja Perla

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Taja Perla matte porcelain slabs offer the sophisticated, refined look of natural quartzite, making them a stunning choice for walls, flooring, and countertops. With their veined taupe coloration, these slabs closely resemble the intricate patterns and natural beauty of real stone, adding a luxurious touch to any space.

The marble-style finish enhances the slab's elegant appearance, while the V3 Shade Variation rating creates a natural, dynamic look that mimics the unique variations found in natural stone. Whether used in kitchens, bathrooms, or as accent walls, Taja Perla Matte slabs bring the beauty of quartzite with simple slab tile installation instructions.

Stile Porcelain Slab Collection shows that porcelain slabs aren’t just for delicate pieces—it’s a durable, stylish choice for any space! Offering the stunning look of natural stone, like marble and slate, with the ease of porcelain, these slabs are perfect for both residential and commercial areas.

Whether you’re upgrading your kitchen, bathroom, or any high-traffic area, Stile porcelain slabs give you the beauty of stone without the hassle. Porcelain slab care and maintenance are easy, long-lasting, and incredibly versatile, making them a great choice for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance to their home or business. 

If you’re ready to enjoy the best of what natural stone looks in a porcelain slab, it's time to find where to buy porcelain slabs. Chat with our experts online, visit a local MSI showroom, or contact an authorized MSI retailer in your area.

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How To Style Your Home With MSI's Stile Thin Porcelain Tile
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