Marble of the World

What Marble of the World does

Marble of the World is a Florida-based wholesale distributor of natural and engineered stone, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Pompano Beach, with a second showroom in Miami. The company maintains an inventory of more than 50,000 slabs and tiles sourced from over 30 countries, hand-selecting only the top 1–3% of available natural stone. Its catalog spans marble, granite, quartzite, onyx, travertine, limestone, soapstone, and coral stone, alongside engineered surfaces such as porcelain slabs, sintered stone, semi-precious stone, engineered quartz, and recycled glass. Marble of the World also owns the Nautilo Porcelain brand, a proprietary line of hand-selected porcelain products distributed exclusively through itself and its parent company The Stone Collection.

Marble of the World operates a wholesale distribution model in which sales, pricing, and fulfillment flow exclusively through certified stone fabricators; end customers visit the showrooms to select materials, place holds, and coordinate fabrication and installation through the fabricator channel. The company serves three primary customer segments: stone fabricators (the transactional buyers), trade specifiers including architects, interior designers, and builders (who specify materials for clients), and homeowners and commercial developers (who drive demand through the showrooms). Dedicated specifier services include product knowledge training, sample requests, and designated account management, while fabricators access a login portal for orders, holds, and account management.

In 2025 Marble of the World was acquired by The Stone Collection, extending distribution into Texas, Colorado, Arizona, and Utah, and the company opened a 110,000 sq. ft. flagship facility designed by Gensler to replace its former Fort Lauderdale showroom. Revenue is generated on a per-slab/per-tile wholesale basis through fabricators, with material pricing organized by levels (1–5 plus Exotic and Super Exotic), a 14-day hold period, and a 50% deposit mechanic after the hold expires.

Name

Marble of the World

Legal name

Marble of the World

Website

https://marbleoftheworld.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Marble of the World is a Florida wholesale distributor of premium natural and engineered stone, sourcing 50,000+ slabs from 30+ countries and selling exclusively through stone fabricators to homeowners, architects, designers, builders, and commercial developers via showrooms in Pompano Beach and Miami.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Natural Stone & Tile Distribution

NAICS

Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers (423320), Cut Stone and Stone Product Manufacturing (327991)

SIC

Cut Stone & Stone Products (3281)

akta.pro primary industry

Tile & Stone Specialty Retail (CRAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ceramic, Porcelain & Natural Stone Tile Flooring (IMADAJAE)

Keywords

• Natural stone distribution
• Wholesale slab supplier
• Tile and stone
• Engineered surfaces
• Building materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lauderdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Stone and Slab Sales to Fabricators: Marble of the World sells natural stone and engineered stone in large-format slabs and tiles exclusively to stone fabricators, who then factor in their labor and time to template, cut, fabricate, and install the finished surfaces. Although open to the public for selection, direct sales to consumers are not made — all pricing and final transactions flow through the fabricator.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Marble of the World is a wholesale distributor of natural stone and engineered surfaces, supplying slabs and tiles in marble, granite, quartzite, onyx, travertine, limestone, coral stone, soapstone, porcelain, sintered stone, semi-precious stone, and engineered quartz. Products are sold exclusively through certified stone fabricators, who handle templating, cutting, fabrication, and installation. The company serves its market through gallery-like showrooms in Pompano Beach and Miami, offering VIP-level consultation, hand-selection services, and its proprietary Nautilo Porcelain collection.

Product overview

Marble of the World is a wholesale stone and tile distributor operating as a single unified product offering centered on premium surface materials. The portfolio encompasses natural stone products (marble, quartzite, granite, onyx, travertine, limestone, coral stone, soapstone) and engineered surfaces (porcelain slabs, sintered stone, semi-precious stone, engineered quartz, recycled glass). The company operates its own branded Nautilo Porcelain line alongside partner brands including Caesarstone, Neolith, Radianz, Diresco, Earth Elements, Vetrite, Pure Surfaces Quartz, and Geoluxe. Natural stone is sourced from over 30 countries with hand-selection of top 1-3% quality. All products are sold through stone fabricators with showrooms in Pompano Beach (15,000 sq. ft.) and Miami, Florida.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nautilo Porcelain: Marble of the World and The Stone Collection's curated line of hand-selected porcelain products, available in tile and large-format slabs.

Products and services

• Natural Stone Slabs A curated inventory of natural stone slabs including marble, granite, quartzite, onyx, travertine, limestone, coral stone, and soapstone, hand-selected from the top 1-3% of available material globally. Each stone type offers distinct aesthetic and performance properties suited to bathroom vanities, kitchen countertops, flooring, fireplace hearths, wall cladding, pool decks, outdoor kitchens, and luxury residential and commercial installations in 2cm and 3cm thicknesses. Sold through certified stone fabricators.
• Nautilo Porcelain A proprietary curated line of hand-selected porcelain products from Marble of the World and The Stone Collection. Available in tile and large-format slabs with waterproof, scratch-resistant, UV-light-resistant, high-temperature-tolerant, and easy-to-clean properties. Offered in hammered, matte, polished, and silk finishes in thicknesses of 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, and 20mm, with average sizes up to 63x127 inches. Available colors include Emerald Green, Statuario Light, Bleu De Savoie, Grigio Carnico, Super White, Calacatta Gold, Iceberg, Taj Mahal, and over 20 other styles.
• Porcelain Slabs Large-format porcelain slabs offering durability and low maintenance suitable for fully exposed outdoor kitchens and exterior cladding applications. Available in sizes including 48x110, 63x126, and 63x127 inches. Sold through certified stone fabricators.
• Sintered Stone High-performance engineered sintered stone surfaces designed for demanding applications including outdoor use, carried within Marble of the World's curated inventory for trade and luxury residential projects.
• Semi-Precious Stone Rare gems and crystals bound with resin, many of which are semi-translucent and capable of being backlit to create ambiance. Showcased in a dedicated backlit semiprecious gallery at the Pompano Beach showroom, targeted at luxury interior statement pieces.
• Engineered Quartz (Radianz and Pure Surfaces Quartz) Engineered quartz surfaces offering durable, high-gloss surface with the natural look of stone. Radianz provides timeless vein-pattern aesthetics in polished and matte finishes, in over 30 colors and patterns. Pure Surfaces Quartz offers marble-look veining against bright white backgrounds with over twice the flex and impact strength of traditional quartz surfacing. Nonporous, chemical-, scratch-, heat-, and impact-resistant.
• Caesarstone Engineered Quartz Surfaces Leading engineered quartz surface brand carried by Marble of the World for residential and commercial countertop applications, supported with technical specifications and certifications available in the resource library.
• Neolith Sintered Stone Surfaces Top-tier sintered stone brand carried by Marble of the World, selected to meet the demands of luxury indoor and outdoor living applications.
• Diresco Engineered Surfaces Engineered surface brand available through Marble of the World, selected for quality and durability in luxury residential and commercial applications.
• Earth Elements Engineered Surfaces Premium engineered surface brand distributed by Marble of the World for luxury residential and commercial projects.
• Vetrite Engineered Surfaces Engineered surface brand distributed by Marble of the World for high-end interior and exterior applications, featured in the resource library with care guides and technical specifications.
• Vetrazzo Recycled Glass Surfaces Recycled glass surface brand distributed by Marble of the World, combining sustainability with luxury aesthetics for countertops and architectural installations.
• Geoluxe Premium Surfaces Premium engineered surface brand available at Marble of the World with certified local fabricators, suited to high-end residential and commercial projects.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• The Stone CollectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarble of the World was acquired by The Stone Collection, a leading importer and distributor of premium natural and engineered stone with showrooms across Texas, Colorado, Arizona, and Utah. The acquisition extends Marble of the World's geographic reach and brings enhanced inventory, selection, and customer service to Florida clients. The partnership includes a new 110,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility in Pompano Beach, FL, designed by Gensler.
• Luxe Interiors + Design MagazineflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerMarble of the World and The Stone Collection partnered with Luxe Interiors + Design Magazine to showcase their partnership and share details about the new Pompano Beach facility and the depth of inventory available across both brands. This editorial partnership amplifies brand awareness among high-end design audiences.
• American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)minorOthersMarble of the World maintains a membership with ASID, the American Society of Interior Designers, demonstrating its commitment to the design community and credibility among interior design professionals.
• National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)minorOthersMarble of the World holds a membership with NKBA, the National Kitchen & Bath Association, supporting its presence among kitchen and bath design professionals who are key specifiers of stone surfaces.
• Natural Stone InstituteminorOthersMarble of the World is a member of the Natural Stone Institute, an industry body setting standards and providing resources for natural stone professionals, fabricators, and suppliers.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• The Stone Collection: Parent company and direct multi-state distributor of premium natural and engineered stone with showrooms in Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, and Florida. Operates the same wholesale-to-fabricator model as Marble of the World at greater geographic scale.
• MSI Surfaces (M S International): Largest U.S. distributor of natural stone, quartz, and porcelain slabs and tile with nationwide distribution centers. Competes directly with Marble of the World across both natural stone and engineered surface categories.
• Daltile: Largest U.S. manufacturer and distributor of tile, stone, and countertops with nationwide service centers. Overlaps with Marble of the World on tile, porcelain, and natural stone product categories but at much broader scale and including manufacturing.

Direct peers

• Arizona Tile: Specialty distributor of natural stone, quartz, and porcelain slabs with showrooms across the Western U.S. Highly comparable to Marble of the World in curated inventory, fabricator-channel model, and premium design-segment focus.
• Stone Source: National wholesale distributor of natural stone and porcelain slabs with showrooms in major design markets. Targets the same architect/designer trade channel and premium specification segment as Marble of the World.
• Cosmos Surfaces: Distributor of natural stone, porcelain, and engineered surfaces serving architects, designers, and fabricators across the U.S. Direct comparable in product breadth and trade-focused distribution model.
• Levantina: Spanish-based global supplier and distributor of natural stone (marble, granite, limestone) with U.S. distribution. Competes with Marble of the World in imported exotic marble and large-format slab categories.
• Marble & Granite Inc: Northeast U.S. wholesale distributor of natural stone slabs serving fabricators, architects, and designers. Direct comparable to Marble of the World in product mix and channel approach, but with different geographic footprint.

Regional players

• Ciot: Canadian-based distributor of natural stone, porcelain, and tile slabs with showrooms across Canada and one U.S. location. Comparable in premium slab distribution model and trade-channel focus, but geographically distinct.

Emerging players

• Caesarstone: Leading manufacturer of engineered quartz surfaces carried by Marble of the World as a partner brand. Increasingly competes with Marble of the World's natural stone offering via direct fabricator relationships in the same U.S. market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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