Narcisse
The Depth of Brown: Harmony of Natural Texture and Bronze Radiance
Architectural Character & Design Power
Narcisse is a characteristic stone that unites nature's warmest brown tones, intense earth graphics, and subtle copper-gold veins on a single surface. This rich color palette, ranging from dark chocolate to milky coffee, serves as a symbol of power and stability in MarbleCenter’s most prestigious projects. The "gravitas" and sophisticated atmosphere it brings to a space sets it apart from ordinary stones.
MarbleCenter Art of Processing: The dark color intensity of Narcisse leaves no room for error during surface polishing. In MarbleCenter facilities, specialized "High-Gloss" polishing techniques are applied to bring out the brown pigments in their most vivid form. This method increases the perception of depth, ensuring every vein gains a bronze shimmer, offering a warm sense of luxury.
Physical Properties
- Density: 2.74 g/cm³
- Water Absorption: 0.18%
- Comp. Strength: 70.0 MPa
- Hardness (Mohs): 3.0 - 3.5
Chemical Composition
- Calcium Carb. ($CaCO_3$): 96.5%
- Iron Oxide ($Fe_2O_3$): 1.2%
- Magnesium Oxide ($MgO$): 0.5%
- Loss on Ignition: 41.8%
Primary Applications
Grand lobby walls, executive office flooring, elevator surrounds, and high-contrast kitchen islands.
Technical Standards ASTM / PREMIUM BROWN SERIES
| Performance Criteria | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Flexural Strength | MPa | 9.80 |
| Abrasion Resistance | cm³/50cm² | 25.50 |
| Color Homogeneity | - | High Level |