Marble injects personality to your walls. It defines the space and provides meaning to the room. Wall cladding with light-colored marble gives a wider sense of space, and helps form a lovely backdrop for artwork and other interior embellishments; whereas darker, dominant colors give a unique identity reminding one of the space long after he or she has left the room. Marble cladding enables the space to stand the test of time and makes maintenance easier.
Here are some Stunning Wall Cladding Ideas with Marble
1) layered effect
Place the cut marble in various horizontal layers to add an element of ambiguity. The pieces can be rectangular or irregular in shape. By placing some of the marble pieces in a protruded fashion, a three-dimensional effect can be achieved to the wall. The effect adds an element of depth and provides a contemporary yet cosy feel.
2) progressive vein-matching
This requires bigger slabs to be carefully selected in a continuous sequential pattern for the entire designated area where wall cladding is planned. The purpose is to fit and match the veins of the marble. The patterns formed by the matching veins are visually arresting. The myriad of natural patterns that flow with the marble offer a poetic character to the walls.
3) random layout
This is just the opposite of progressive vein-matching where there is no sequential pattern formation. Stick the slabs randomly and watch each piece of marble seek an individual character. You can choose between veins that are stark or subtle. If you want the character of each slab to be pronounced; go for marble types that have dark streaks. On the other hand, if you like something subtle, go for marble types with lighter veins.
4) Well-Defined Portraits
This idea involves giving a projected, frame-like border between large marble slabs, thereby giving each slab the look of a stunning full-blown portrait. If your room has a high roof then this wall cladding idea will suit it perfectly. The border can be of the same or a contrasting colour. The idea is to showcase the marble itself as a work of art on the wall. If the décor of the room is leaned towards a classical or colonial style, then this idea will add to the antique appeal.
5) Wall Cladding with Multiple Colors
This method strives on not restricting to a specific pattern but getting an assortment of marbles in different colors, patterns and finishes to produce a spectacular piece of art on the wall. The rectangular pieces can be plastered in a horizontal or vertical fashion. The combination of polished and unpolished finishes bring out a rugged and chic texture to the wall. Following this idea for a single prominent wall of any living room will ensure the best output for this technique. Following the same rusticity and color combination in the fabric selection and soft furnishings will help carry forward the idea throughout the room.
6) Exterior Wall Cladding
Exterior wall cladding with marble can give the house an instant style update. If the marble selected is darker in shade, the dust of the exterior does not upset the look of the exterior walls. The marble laid on the exterior walls protects the structure of the building apart from providing a handsome finish.
