MARBLE KNOWLEDGE HUB

Everything You Need to Know About Sourcing Natural Stone from China

Frequently Asked Questions

Buyers worldwide ask these questions when sourcing marble from China. Get expert answers directly from us.

Q: Where can I buy Chinese marble direct from factory?

A: STARRY STONE operates two quarries in Xinjiang and Xi'an, China, with a state-of-the-art processing facility. We supply 13 premium marble varieties factory-direct to architects, developers, and stone distributors in the USA, Australia, Japan, and the Middle East. Every slab is precision-cut and polished at our facility — no middlemen, no markup. Contact us for current inventory and pricing.

Q: What natural stone varieties does STARRY STONE offer?

A: We offer 13 distinctive marble varieties across two series. Starry Sky Series — Emerald, Meteor Green, Green, and Cat's Eye — feature rare cosmic-green tones with crystalline sparkle effects. Earth Series — Brown, Gold, and Red — deliver warm, grounding palettes. Our Independent Collection includes Brazil White Sand Gold, Brazil Fish Belly White, Van Gogh Impression, Rome Impression, Dijiaer Gray, and Anlan White. View full collection →

Q: How is Chinese marble quality compared to Italian or Brazilian marble?

A: Chinese marble from reputable quarries meets international standards — ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. Our tolerance: thickness ≤0.5mm, flatness ≤0.3mm/m. Chinese marble offers 30-50% cost savings vs. Italian equivalents of comparable grade, while delivering equivalent performance in hardness and finish quality. We grade every slab: AAA for decorative surfaces, AA for structural applications.

Q: Do you provide marble samples?

A: Yes. Free sample swatches (100×100mm) for all 13 varieties. Larger sample slabs (300×300mm) available at cost. We also offer WhatsApp video consultations to show you the exact slab in our inventory. Email jasonjin86@gmail.com or WhatsApp +86 135 8649 5532.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity?

A: Standard minimum: one full container (20ft or 40ft). We accommodate smaller trial orders for first-time buyers. LCL (partial container) available through our logistics partners for specific projects.

Q: How long does shipping take?

A: Ocean freight: USA West Coast 15-20 days, USA East Coast 28-35 days, Australia 18-25 days, Middle East 15-22 days, Japan 7-10 days. Air freight: 3-7 days worldwide. All shipments include export documentation and marine insurance.

Q: Where are the quarries located?

A: Xinjiang quarry (Northwest China) — source of our Starry Sky and Earth series, known for rare cosmic-green and warm earth-tone marbles. Xi'an quarry (Central China) — premium architectural marbles. Both use digital mining management for precision extraction. Visit our quarry page →

Q: What finishing options are available?

A: Polished (mirror finish), Honed (matte), Brushed (textured), and Leathered. Standard thickness: 18mm/20mm (tiles), 20mm/30mm (slabs). Custom thicknesses available. Edge profiles: eased, beveled, bullnose, ogee.

Q: How does quality control work at STARRY STONE?

A: Every batch receives an independently numbered inspection record covering the full lifecycle — quarry extraction → block selection → slab cutting → polishing → final inspection. ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified facility. We provide traceability documentation with every shipment so you know exactly which quarry block your slabs came from. Tour our factory →

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