Banswara Purple Marble Thickness for Different Floors: 15mm vs 18mm vs 20mm
The selection of the proper marble thickness will either make or break a flooring installation project. You're in love with Banswara Purple Marble, and rightly so, as who wouldn't fall in love with the mesmerizing beauty of those veins of purple marble encased within a milky white matrix? But what people don't understand until they are left with a hefty bill down the line is that improper thickness can end up costing owners thousands in maintenance expenses. At Shree Abhayanand Marbles, we've been mining and providing Banswara Purple Marble since 1993. We’ve seen it all – from perfect installations that still look as good as new even decades later, to cases of poor usage leading to cracked marble within months of installation.
Let's consider how the thickness applies best to your specific flooring requirements.
Why Does Marble Thickness Actually Matter?
Comparing it to choosing the thickness of your car tires would work here. You wouldn't use a bike tire for a truck, right? Same idea here.
Thicker is not always better. And thinner is not always cheaper in the long run.
The thickness you choose affects:
- Load-bearing capacity
- Installation complexity
- Overall cost
- Durability over time
- Aesthetic appeal
15mm Banswara Purple Marble: The Lightweight Champion
This is your go-to option for residential areas with moderate foot traffic.
Best for:
- Bedrooms
- Study rooms
- Low-traffic hallways
- Wall cladding
- Decorative accents
The 15mm thickness is a real work of art when you're working with existing flooring and can't make too much height. It's lighter, easier to work with, and yes, good on your wallet too.
But here’s the catch: Don’t even think about using 15mm in your kitchen or bathroom because of the stress from heavy appliances and moisture, which may even lead to cracking. Indeed, we have witnessed such cases too many times.
18mm Banswara Purple Marble: The Goldilocks Option
This is the "just right" thickness for most Indian homes.
Perfect for:
- Living rooms
- Dining areas
- Home offices
- Moderate-traffic corridors
- Kitchen countertops (with proper support)
Our 18mm slabs strike that sweet balance between durability and practicality. They can handle regular household activities without breaking the bank. Most of our customers at Shree Abhayanand Marbles end up choosing this thickness – and for good reason.
The purple veining in Banswara Marble really comes alive at this thickness. You get depth, you get character, and you get peace of mind.
20mm Banswara Purple Marble: The Heavy-Duty Beast
When you need marble that can take a beating and still look gorgeous, this is your answer.
Ideal for:
- Commercial spaces
- Hotel lobbies
- Restaurant flooring
- High-traffic residential areas
- Staircases
- Outdoor installations
Is 20mm overkill in a bedroom? Of course, it is. In your showroom or office waiting area, though? Not an option.
This additional thickness translates into added weight, greater installation complexity, and cost. However, this added thickness ensures that your Banswara Purple Marble will outlast you. We're talking generations here.
Making the Right Choice for Your Space
Still confused? Ask yourself these questions:
- How many people walk through this area daily?
- What's your budget – just for materials or total project cost?
- Are you installing over existing flooring?
- Is this a residential or commercial project?
At Shree Abhayanand Marbles, we don't just sell marble – we help you make decisions that'll save you headaches and money.
The Real Cost Difference
Let’s discuss this in numerical terms. Yes, 20mm incurs a premium over 15mm. What they won’t explain to you is that the installation costs can differ as well. While less thickness in marble translates into a far more accurate substrate preparation, a far thicker piece indeed incurs costs in specialized cutting tools. The 15% premium paid for 18mm over 15mm can return a whopping 40% in reduced maintenance costs. The numbers make a compelling case.
Our Recommendation?
For most domestic projects, 18mm Banswara Purple Marble will do. It is tried, tested, and trusted by thousands of households in India as well as abroad. For commercial establishments or heavy traffic areas, 20mm is definitely worth every rupee spent. For 15mm, be sure about the traffic as well as installation conditions before opting for it.
Why Source from Shree Abhayanand Marbles?
We own our quarries in Banswara, Rajasthan. That means:
- Direct-from-mine pricing
- Consistent quality across all thickness options
- Custom cutting available
- Expert guidance on thickness selection
- Delivery across India and worldwide
Every slab of Banswara Purple Marble leaving our facility has been hand-picked, quality-tested, and polished to perfection.
Final Thoughts
The correct thickness of the right Banswara Purple Marble is not about trends. You have to know your space and your usage. Need help deciding? We have a team at Shree Abhayanand Marbles with over three decades of experience. Call us +91-9982030390 or check us out at Shree Abhayanand Marble. At Instruct we'll help you find the perfect thickness for your dream floor – because your space deserves nothing but the best.
