{"product_id":"aria-emperador-dark-marble-4-4-tile","title":"ARIA Emperador Dark Marble 4×4 Tile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARIA Emperador Dark marble 4×4 tile brings warm brown color, natural veining, and classic square-tile character to refined interior spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact format works beautifully for walls, backsplashes, showers, fireplace surrounds, and decorative layouts in polished or tumbled finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 4×4 format is part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aria-emperador-dark-marble-tile-mosaic\"\u003eARIA Emperador Dark Marble Tile \u0026amp; Mosaic Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, with coordinating field tiles, mosaics, and trim pieces available for complete marble installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic 4×4 square format for timeless wall, backsplash, and decorative layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRich brown marble tone with natural cream and white veining\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in polished and tumbled finishes for refined or softened stone character\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoordinates with Emperador Dark mosaics, liners, and trim pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBathroom walls and vanity areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKitchen backsplashes and bar backsplashes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShower walls, niches, and accent panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFireplace surrounds and feature walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePowder rooms and boutique commercial interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFormat \u0026amp; layout ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a straight stacked layout for a classic square tile design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall on a diagonal layout for a more traditional decorative surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with Emperador Dark mosaics for borders, niches, and framed panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse polished pieces for more reflection or tumbled pieces for a softer old-world look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish exposed edges with matching marble pencil liners, bullnose liners, quarter rounds, or chair rails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural marble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmperador Dark marble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4×4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished or tumbled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown with cream and white veining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarble tile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior walls and select floor applications, depending on finish and project requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural stone variation expected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperador Dark is a natural marble and should be sealed and maintained with stone-safe cleaners. Dry-lay and blend pieces from multiple boxes before installation to balance tone and veining. For wet areas or floor use, confirm finish suitability, grout, waterproofing, slip-resistance, and sealing requirements with a qualified installer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Emperador Dark marble 4×4 tile be used in bathrooms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Emperador Dark marble 4×4 tile can be used in interior bathrooms when properly installed, sealed, and maintained. For wet areas, confirm finish and installation requirements with your installer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this 4×4 marble tile be used on shower walls?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This marble tile is suitable for interior shower walls with proper waterproofing, sealing, and stone-safe maintenance. Natural marble should be installed by a qualified tile professional familiar with stone installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between polished and tumbled finishes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolished marble has a smoother, more reflective surface that highlights natural veining. Tumbled marble has a softer, aged appearance with more relaxed edges and a more traditional stone feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Emperador Dark marble need to be sealed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Emperador Dark marble should be sealed before or during installation and resealed as needed based on use, cleaning routine, and exposure to moisture or staining materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the color and veining vary from tile to tile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Emperador Dark is a natural marble, so variation in brown tone, veining, movement, and background color is expected. Blending material from multiple boxes helps create a balanced installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order a sample first?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Samples are recommended before ordering natural stone so you can review tone, finish, veining, and surface character in your own space. Visit the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sample-program\"\u003esample program\u003c\/a\u003e page for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful links\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aria-emperador-dark-marble-tile-mosaic\"\u003eShop all Emperador Dark marble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aria-marble-collection\"\u003eShop the ARIA Marble Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sample-program\"\u003eOrder samples\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eTrade program\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installation-care-maintenance-guide\"\u003eInstallation, care, and maintenance guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ArtePierre LLC","offers":[{"title":"Polished","offer_id":46418938757281,"sku":"AP-ARIA-EMD-44-P","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tumbled","offer_id":46418938790049,"sku":"AP-ARIA-EMD-44-T","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/4043\/8433\/files\/aria-emperador-dark-marble-4x4-tumbled-tile.jpg?v=1778347211","url":"https:\/\/artepierre.com\/products\/aria-emperador-dark-marble-4-4-tile","provider":"ArtePierre LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}