“Our projects are stalling because tariffs on imported marble have increased again. Clients demand sustainability documents like EPDs and digital product passports. Can your company guarantee full compliance?”Export Manager (forustone, China):
“We’ve already adapted to these new policies. Our marble collections not only meet ASTM, EN, and UKCA standards but also come with complete EPD documentation. Compliance is built into our process, not an afterthought.”Procurement Officer (Middle East Developer):
“Durability and aesthetic value are top concerns for us. We also need SASO/SABER certifications to move materials through customs. How do you handle this?”forustone Expert:
“Our grey and white marbles are certified, tested, and compliant. More importantly, they increase the long-term investment value of properties, making them both a safe and profitable choice.”This dialogue highlights the reality in 2025: tariffs, standards, and compliance are no longer just paperwork—they directly affect global marble trade, supplier competitiveness, and project success.
Why Marble Remains a Strategic Investment in 2025
Marble as a Value Multiplier
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Increases Home Value: Studies from Houzz (2024) indicate that properties with marble flooring or countertops appreciate by 10–15% more compared to alternatives.
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Architectural Prestige: Marble remains the material of choice in luxury developments, museums, and public buildings.
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Sustainability Factor: Certified marble contributes LEED and BREEAM points, improving project competitiveness in green building bids.
Marble vs Alternatives (Comparison Table)
| วัสดุ | ความทนทาน | Value Increase | Compliance Complexity | ความยั่งยืน |
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| หินอ่อน | 50+ years with maintenance | +10–15% | Moderate (ASTM/EN/EPD) | Strong (EPD-ready) |
| หินแกรนิต | 40–50 years | +8–10% | ปานกลาง | ปานกลาง |
| Engineered Stone | 20–25 years | +5–7% | High (VOC risks) | Weak |
| กระเบื้องพอร์ซเลน | 15–20 years | +2–3% | ต่ำ | ปานกลาง |
Marble wins in long-term investment and compliance readiness.
Forustone’s Material Selection, Craftsmanship, and Advantages
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ที่ ฟอรัสสโตน, marble selection begins at the quarry. Only carefully chosen grey and white marbles from sustainable and traceable sources are approved, ensuring each block embodies both quality and responsibility. Our quarry partners are vetted for environmental stewardship, minimizing ecological disruption while maximizing material consistency. Every block undergoes rigorous inspection for low porosity, dense grain structure, และ high compressive strength, verified under international standards such as EN 1926 และ ASTM C503.
This scientific approach means our marble slabs resist cracking, water absorption, and stress damage, making them ideal for flooring, countertops, and façade applications. By combining aesthetics with measurable performance, our material selection delivers not just beauty, but also compliance-ready durability that architects, builders, and importers worldwide can trust.
Advanced Production Process
Once the blocks arrive at our processing facility, forustone applies a combination of modern CNC cutting และ water-jet technology to achieve precision within fractions of a millimeter. This reduces waste and ensures tight tolerances demanded in large-scale construction projects. To improve resilience, each slab undergoes resin reinforcement and vacuum drying, eliminating invisible micro-cracks that could compromise long-term durability.
Our production also includes diamond polishing—a multi-step technique that enhances the marble’s natural gloss while maintaining consistent surface uniformity across large orders. In addition, automated quality checks verify flatness, thickness, and edge finish, ensuring clients receive slabs that install seamlessly. By integrating advanced machinery with expert craftsmanship, ฟอรัสสโตน guarantees that every piece of marble is not only visually stunning but also engineered for performance, reliability, and compliance.
Advantages Over Ordinary Alternatives
Compared with ceramic tiles or engineered stone composites, marble from ฟอรัสสโตน stands apart. Its natural durability allows it to withstand decades of heavy use in commercial lobbies, airports, and luxury residences. Unlike synthetic alternatives, marble is naturally recyclable and VOC-free, making it safer for human health and compliant with sustainability programs such as LEED and BREEAM. In terms of compliance, our slabs are pre-certified for EPD (Environmental Product Declarations), CPR (Construction Products Regulation), and SASO/SABER standards, significantly reducing the risk of customs delays or project rejections.
Buyers also appreciate that หินอ่อน ages gracefully, retaining its natural gloss and even increasing property value over time, whereas engineered materials may fade, delaminate, or emit harmful compounds. With these advantages, ฟอรัสสโตน offers global importers and developers a product that is timeless in beauty, reliable in compliance, and future-ready for sustainable construction.
Expert Insights and Industry Trends
Trend 1 – EU CPR & DPP:
The EU’s Construction Products Regulation and Digital Product Passport requirements mean exporters must provide transparent data on sourcing and carbon footprint.
Trend 2 – U.S. OSHA Standards:
Fabricators must adopt dust-control technology to meet OSHA’s respirable silica limits.
Trend 3 – GCC Growth:
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 megaprojects are creating massive demand for premium, compliant marble imports.
Expert Quote – Prof. Laura King, MIT Architecture Lab (2024):
“Suppliers who combine sustainability documentation with long-term durability data will dominate the marble trade in the coming decade.”
Scientific Data Validating Marble’s Advantages
ASTM C97 Absorption Tests: High-grade marble shows absorption rates <0.2%, ensuring low water damage risk.
EN 1926 Compressive Strength: Premium marbles exceed 80 MPa, surpassing ceramic alternatives.
Market Data (Statista, 2024): Global marble demand is projected to grow at 5.1% CAGR through 2028, fueled by luxury real estate and green construction policies.
Real-World Applications and Case Studies
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Commercial Project – Dubai Mall Renovation (2024): Imported marble, fully SASO certified, installed in 30,000 m² of high-traffic flooring.
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Residential Villas – California (2024): Marble countertops directly contributed to a 12% rise in property resale value.
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forustone Case: ของเรา พื้นหินอ่อนสีเทา was selected for a five-star hotel lobby in Europe, passing both ASTM and EN compliance, while securing LEED credits.
ความคิดเห็นของผู้ใช้:
“forustone marble met EU CPR standards and impressed our design team with its finish quality. The investment was worth every penny.” — European Contractor, 2024
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
Is หินอ่อน still a good investment in 2025?
Yes. Marble remains a high-value material, adding 10–15% resale premium while meeting global sustainability standards.
Which standards apply to marble imports in the EU?
EN 1926, EN 14617, and CPR with mandatory EPD/DPP documentation.
How does marble compare to engineered stone in compliance?
Marble is naturally recyclable and VOC-free, while engineered stones face stricter VOC emission tests.
What tariffs apply to marble exports in 2025?
EU averages 4–6%, U.S. depends on HS code, GCC often allows duty-free with SASO compliance.
Can marble support LEED or BREEAM certification?
Yes. EPD-certified marble directly contributes to LEED/BREEAM points.
อ้างอิง
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ASTM International. ASTM C97 Standard Test Methods. https://www.astm.org/
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CEN (European Committee for Standardization). EN 1926 Natural Stone Test Methods. https://www.cen.eu/
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Houzz Research. Home Renovation Trends 2024. https://www.houzz.com/
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Statista. Global Natural Stone Market Outlook 2024–2028. https://www.statista.com/
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OSHA. Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard. https://www.osha.gov/
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UK Government. UKCA Guidance for Construction Products. https://www.gov.uk/
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SASO. SABER Certification System. https://www.saso.gov.sa/
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Natural Stone Institute. Dimension Stone Design Manual 2024. https://www.naturalstoneinstitute.org/
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Laura King. Sustainability and Natural Stone. MIT Architecture Lab, 2024.
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European Commission. Construction Products Regulation (CPR) Revision. https://ec.europa.eu/
The 2025 Global Marble Trade Policy makes one conclusion unavoidable: tariffs, compliance, and sustainability standards are reshaping the natural stone export market. For exporters, marble is not only a material of beauty but also a strategic asset—adding long-term property value, ensuring durability, and aligning with global green regulations.Dr. Helena Morris, Senior Fellow at the European Construction Policy Institute (2024), emphasizes: “Suppliers that integrate compliance with ASTM, EN, and CPR standards while providing transparent EPD data will remain the most competitive in the global marble trade.”
By combining durability, compliance readiness, and sustainability, forustone ensures its marble is more than a product—it is a certified solution for architects, developers, and importers worldwide. The future of marble trade belongs to those who can prove both performance and responsibility.
