Marble effect brings a sense of quiet luxury to a kitchen, veined and richly toned designs that lift the whole room without needing much else around them. For kitchen floors, a large format porcelain in a marble effect finish is a practical choice, easy to keep clean and available in tones from dramatic to understated.
A more decorative marble effect tile comes into its own on a splashback or surround, and in smaller kitchens it works just as well underfoot, adding pattern and interest to a compact space. Since the kitchen sees more spills than almost any other room, a tiled surface protects far better than most alternatives, and marble effect porcelain needs no sealing or polishing to stay looking its best.