Marble is a stylish, heat-resistant choice for a kitchen benchtop. People love it for the veining, the timeless look and the cool surface. It does ask more of you than granite or quartz. Marble is porous and can etch when acidic spills sit on it. That means regular sealing, quick clean-ups and a bit of care in everyday use. This guide covers how to choose a marble finish, colour, slab, edge profile and splashback. It also weighs up the pros and cons, and compares marble with