Emperador Dark Marble Tile

Emperador Dark marble tile is a deep espresso-brown Spanish marble with white and gold veining, sold as field tile, mosaics, checkerboard and trim. Shop Emperador Dark tile below, or read about Emperador marble.

Emperador Dark marble is quarried in Alicante, Spain — the same region as Crema Marfil — and is its dramatic counterpart. Where Crema Marfil is light and warm, Emperador Dark is deep espresso brown with intricate networks of white and gold veining that create a richness unavailable in lighter stones. For a softer brown palette, compare Emperador Light marble tile.

Design Applications

Checkerboard floors: Crema Marfil and Emperador Dark is one of the most classical warm-tone checkerboard combinations. Also available in checkerboard combinations with other light marble families.

Standalone tile: A bathroom with Emperador Dark walls and floors reads as deeply luxurious. Its warm brown tones and complex veining work particularly well with bronze and aged brass hardware.

Mosaic accent stone: Emperador Dark chips appear as dots in Crema Marfil basketweave and other two-stone mosaic patterns.

Available Formats

Field tile in 2x2, 3x6, 4x4, 4x12, 6x6, 6x12, 12x12, 12x24, and 18x18 in polished and tumbled finishes. Mosaic formats available. Trim in pencil liner, baseboard, and other profiles. Seal before installation. Order one sample for $7.95, or choose any 5 for $25, with free standard shipping on sample-only orders.

Shop Emperador Dark tile by format, color and use

• By format: checkerboard tiles, basketweave mosaics, herringbone mosaics, marble mosaic tile, marble trim and baseboards
• By color: brown stone tile, Emperador Light marble tile, Crema Marfil marble tile
• By room: bathroom tile, fireplace tile, entryway tile

Emperador Dark brown marble: looks and pairings

Emperador Dark is a rich dark brown marble with white and gold veining, often described as dark chocolate or espresso. It grounds a space in a way lighter stones can't. Pair it with cream, white or beige marbles such as Crema Marfil, White Pearl Botticino or Thassos White. For a softer brown, use Emperador Light.

Emperador Dark finishes and care

Polished, honed, tumbled and split-faced finishes appear across the collection. Polished gives depth and shine; tumbled gives an aged look. Read honed vs polished stone, then seal and clean using the sealing guide and stone care guide. Size your order with the tile calculator.

Questions about Emperador Dark tile

What is Emperador Dark marble?

It is a dark brown marble quarried in Alicante, Spain, with white and gold veining. See Emperador marble and what is marble.

Is Emperador Dark the same as Emperador dark brown marble?

Yes. People use both names for the dark brown Emperador marble. It is the darker counterpart of our Emperador Light marble tile.

Where can I buy Emperador tile?

Right here. Browse Emperador Dark in field tile, mosaics, checkerboard and trim, or compare lighter Emperador Light. Order samples first.

What is the difference between Emperador Dark and Emperador Light?

Emperador Dark is deep espresso brown; Emperador Light is a softer, lighter brown. Both come from the same marble family. Browse both and order samples to compare.

What goes with Emperador Dark tile?

Cream and white stones, brass and bronze hardware, and warm wood. Crema Marfil with Emperador Dark is a classic checkerboard. See the checkerboard trend guide.

Is dark Emperador tile good for floors and bathrooms?

Yes. Dark tile hides everyday marks, but seal it and wipe acids quickly. See marble floor tile and bathroom tile.

Dark browns vary from tile to tile, so see it in your light. Any 5 samples are $25 and ship free: order stone samples, or pick up in Anaheim.

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