Sandblasted Marble | Egyptian Marble Finish

CIDG Egypt is a leading manufacturer and exporter of sandblasted marble, applying a textured sandblasted finish to a wide range of Egyptian marbles for slip-resistant floors, façades and outdoor surfaces worldwide.

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Sandblasted marble characteristics

Sandblasted marble is not a single stone but a surface finish produced by blasting the marble face with high-pressure abrasive. The process removes the polish and opens up a fine, even, matte texture with thousands of tiny pits. This roughened surface mutes the colour slightly, hides scratches and water marks, and dramatically improves grip underfoot. The finish can be applied to most Egyptian marbles, from beige Sunny and cream Galala to darker stones, so you keep the natural colour while gaining a non-slip, anti-glare surface.

Finishes and applications of sandblasted marble

The sandblasted finish sits between honed and brushed in texture: matte, fine-grained and tactile. It is most often specified where safety and a natural, non-reflective look matter. We apply it across our Egyptian marble range for pool decks, terraces, ramps, steps and external cladding, where its grip and weather resistance outperform a polished surface. Indoors, sandblasted marble suits bathroom floors, wet rooms and commercial entrances. The depth of texture can be tuned from a light, subtle tooth to a deeper, more aggressive grip depending on the application.

Where to use sandblasted marble

Pool surrounds and wet areas

The pitted, matte surface stays grippy when wet, making sandblasted marble ideal for pool copings, decks and shower floors.

Outdoor paving and steps

Sandblasted Egyptian marble resists glare and provides safe footing on terraces, ramps and stair treads in sun and rain.

Façades and cladding

The non-reflective texture reduces glare on external walls and gives a soft, natural appearance to building façades.

High-traffic commercial floors

The finish hides scuffs and footfall marks, suiting entrances, lobbies and public walkways.

Request a sandblasted marble sample

Feel the texture and grip before you specify. Tell us which base marble you want sandblasted and we will prepare a sample through our contact page. Send tile, slab and cut-to-size requirements via our inquiry form for a factory-direct quote within 24 hours.

Sandblasted marble: frequently asked questions

What is a sandblasted marble finish?
Sandblasting blasts the marble surface with high-pressure abrasive to create a fine, matte, pitted texture. It removes the polish, mutes glare and adds grip, making the stone far safer underfoot in wet and outdoor conditions while keeping the natural colour.

Is sandblasted marble slip resistant?
Yes. The roughened, micro-pitted surface greatly increases friction compared with a polished or honed finish, which is why sandblasted Egyptian marble is widely used for pool decks, ramps, steps and external paving where slip resistance is essential.

Which marbles can be sandblasted?
Most Egyptian marbles can take a sandblasted finish, from beige Sunny and cream Galala to greys and browns. We apply the finish to your chosen base stone, so you select the colour first and the texture second.

Order sandblasted marble from CIDG Egypt

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• Location: Cairo, Egypt
• Website: www.cidegypt.com