Texmateria
Cultured Marble
A molded resin-based surface made to imitate marble. Its veining is more controlled, edges and integrated shapes look softly formed, and it lacks the cold depth and mineral irregularity of real marble.
Common names
- synthetic marble
- molded marble
- resin marble
- artificial marble
Search phrases
- fake marble counter
- bathroom vanity marble
- molded white counter
- synthetic marble panel
Common uses
- Bathroom vanities
- Shower panels
- Counters
- Bathtubs
- Molded sink tops
Choosing points
- Best for vanities, bath panels, and counters where a seamless stone-like wet-area surface is useful.
- It can be molded into seamless shapes, which is a major clue.
- Patterns may look softer and more controlled than real marble.
- Scratches and heat marks behave more like resin than stone.
How it ages
- Easy to clean in bathrooms, but heat, abrasion, and harsh chemicals can dull or damage some surfaces.
What to avoid
- Do not specify cultured marble as real marble, for exterior use, or near high heat; it is a resin-based product.
