Elazig Cherry
Limestone · Turkey · 1 photo
In brief. Elazig Cherry is a red limestone from Turkey. Petrographically it is classified as limestone. Texture: veined. It is also traded as Elazig Bordo, Rosso Levante Turcia, Rosso Levante Turchia, Rojo Turco. Marmi di Carrara supplies it as blocks, slabs of 2 and 3 cm, tiles and cut-to-size elements, in the finishes typical of this family: honed, brushed, tumbled, sandblasted. Typical uses: flooring, wall cladding, façades, architectural elements. Blocks reach about 260 × 140 cm. Indicative price: from € 90/m² · polished 2 cm slabs, ex works Carrara, VAT excluded.
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About Elazig Cherry
Elazig Cherry is a striking breccia from Turkey, distinguished by its dominant red tones and scattered green pebbles. The stone displays a rugged, fragmented texture where angular fragments are held together by a cohesive cement, creating a dynamic visual rhythm. Calcite veins add subtle contrast to the warm palette, enhancing its natural character. This robust material is ideal for high-impact architectural applications, including flooring, wall cladding, and decorative accents in both commercial and residential settings. It performs well in polished or honed finishes, which highlight its unique grain and colour depth. Marmi di Carrara supplies Elazig Cherry in blocks, standard slabs of 2 or 3 cm, and custom cut-to-size pieces. We provide detailed photos of actual slabs to ensure you select the exact variation before purchase, guaranteeing transparency and quality for your project.
This breccia features red and green pebbles bound by a cement matrix of similar hues, interspersed with calcite veins.
Dominant tones measured on our photo
Where to use Elazig Cherry
| Interior floors | Good |
|---|---|
| Wall cladding | Excellent |
| Kitchen worktops | With care |
| Bathrooms and wet areas | Good |
| Exterior paving and façades | Good |
| Frost exposure | With care |
| Back-lighting | Not suitable |
General guidance for the limestone family. The right thickness, finish and treatment for Elazig Cherry are confirmed on your project.
Weights and logistics
| Thickness (mm) | about 25 kg/m² |
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| Thickness (mm) | about 50 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 75 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 100 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 125 kg/m² |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 2 cm | about 270 kg |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 3 cm | about 405 kg |
| 20-foot container (about 27 t) | about 540 m² of 2 cm slabs |
Weights are calculated from the typical density of the stone family; the packing list of each shipment states the real weight.
Finishes for Elazig Cherry
Honed
Smooth and matt, with a soft satin look. Hides small scratches and etching better than a polish and is safer underfoot.
Brushed
Worked with abrasive brushes for a slightly undulating, silky surface that follows the grain of the stone. Warm to the touch and easy to live with.
Sandblasted
A fine, even roughness obtained with a jet of sand. Lightens the colour and gives grip: used for exteriors, steps and pool surrounds.
Tumbled
Edges and surface are softened in a drum for an aged, antique look. Typical for travertine and limestone floors.
Care and maintenance
- Clean with water and a neutral detergent made for natural stone; rinse and dry.
- Avoid acids and descalers (vinegar, lemon, anti-limescale sprays): they etch calcite and dull a polished surface.
- Seal with an impregnating protector after laying and repeat when water no longer beads, typically every 1–3 years on tops.
- Wipe wine, coffee, oil and citrus juice straight away, especially on kitchen and vanity tops.
- A dulled or scratched surface can be re-honed or re-polished on site: the stone is the same through its whole thickness.
How to order
- Send sizes, thickness, finish and destination with the form.
- We reply with photos of the lots available now and a written offer.
- You approve the slabs or the block; for large projects we prepare a dry-lay.
- Cutting, finishing, quality check and packing in wooden crates or bundles.
- Shipping worldwide from Carrara, with packing list and documents.
Elazig Cherry photo gallery
Every photo has its own page with tones, details and technical sheet.
Similar stones
Other limestone materials in red tones to compare.
More stones from Turkey
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Shipping and returns
Shipping cost depends on weight and distance and is stated in the written offer; within Italy it starts from € 300 per shipment. Goods can be returned within 14 days: a 30% restocking fee applies and the return transport is paid by the customer. Pieces cut to size cannot be returned.
Questions and answers
Where does Elazig Cherry come from?
Elazig Cherry comes from Turkey.
How much does a slab of Elazig Cherry weigh?
A 2 cm slab of this stone family weighs about 50 kg per square metre; a 3 cm slab about 75 kg.
Is Elazig Cherry suitable for kitchens and bathrooms?
Typical uses of limestone are flooring, wall cladding, façades, architectural elements. For kitchen tops we recommend a suitable finish and sealing: tell us your project and we advise the right solution.
Which finishes can I have on Elazig Cherry?
The finishes normally used on this stone family are honed, brushed, tumbled, sandblasted. The finish is chosen according to where the stone goes: polished or honed indoors, textured finishes where grip is needed.
Can Elazig Cherry be used outdoors?
For the limestone family our guidance for exterior paving and façades is: good; for frost exposure: with care. We confirm thickness and finish on your project and climate.
How do I clean and protect Elazig Cherry?
Use water and a neutral stone detergent, avoid acids and descalers, and seal the surface with an impregnating protector.
Is Elazig Cherry known by other names?
Yes: Elazig Bordo, Rosso Levante Turcia, Rosso Levante Turchia, Rojo Turco.
How big are the blocks of Elazig Cherry?
Blocks reach about 260 × 140 cm; slab sizes depend on the block actually quarried.
Do slabs of Elazig Cherry all look the same?
No. Natural stone changes from block to block and even within the same block. This is why we send photographs of the lots available at the moment of the offer, and book-match slabs from the same block when the design needs it.
How much does Elazig Cherry cost per m²?
Indicative price from € 90/m² for polished 2 cm slabs, ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, thickness, finish and quantity: send the form with your sizes and we reply with photos of the lots available and a written offer.