Carrara gets its namesake from the city in Tuscany where it’s quarried and is one of the most frequently used marbles on the planet, with a history dating back to the construction of ancient Rome.
Carrara marble is characterized by a light grey background dominated by soft and feathery grey veins. The veining on Carrara marble tends to be thin, long and linear, without much empty space on a typical slab. The veins are often not clearly defined and appear to blend into the surface of the stone, instead of standing out.
Because Carrara has a subtle effect, it is highly versatile from a design point of view. It can easily blend in with and complement surrounding design elements, making it an ideal choice when you want to remain subtle while still maintaining a degree of sophistication.
It should also be noted that Carrara is more common than Calacatta and thus, is a lower-cost option. In fact, Carrara is some of the lowest-priced marble on average and so perfect for those who want to indulge in the luxury of marble without an extravagant price tag.