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Marvel Epic Onyx Ivory 60 x 120cm Polished - Translucent Luxury in Cream

Experience the extraordinary translucence of precious onyx with our Marvel Epic Onyx Ivory polished porcelain, where nature's most luminous stone is brilliantly recreated in warm, honeyed ivory tones that seem to glow from within. Each 60 x 120cm tile captures the mesmerising beauty of genuine ivory onyx—that rare calcite marble formed in ancient caves where mineral-rich waters created translucent bands of cream, honey, and gold that appear backlit even in normal lighting. This premium porcelain achieves the impossible: bringing onyx's legendary luminosity and distinctive parallel banding into accessible luxury, with high-polished surfaces that amplify the stone's characteristic depth and inner light without the fragility, astronomical cost, or maintenance challenges of natural onyx.

Why Choose Marvel Epic Onyx Ivory?

Onyx represents nature's most dramatic achievement in decorative stone—a translucent marble so precious that historically only palaces and temples could afford it. Unlike typical marble formed under pressure, onyx develops through slow mineral deposition in caves and hot springs, creating its distinctive parallel bands and incredible translucency. Ivory onyx, with its warm cream and honey tones, is particularly prized for its ability to create glowing, warm environments that feel illuminated from within. Natural onyx is so rare and delicate that single slabs can cost more than entire room renovations.

What distinguishes our Marvel Epic Onyx Ivory is the sophisticated capture of onyx's unique optical properties through revolutionary porcelain technology. The design features onyx's characteristic straight, parallel banding rather than irregular veining—bands of cream, ivory, honey, and pale gold that flow across the tile like geological sheet music. Multiple printing layers create genuine visual depth, making bands appear to float at different levels within the tile, exactly as translucent layers do in genuine onyx. Some areas feature concentrated honey tones suggesting greater translucency, while others show paler ivory for authentic variation.

The polished finish is essential to achieving onyx's legendary luminosity. The mirror-like surface doesn't just reflect light but seems to capture and hold it, creating the illusion of inner illumination that makes onyx so magical. When light hits the polished surface at certain angles, the honey bands appear to glow while ivory areas provide creamy contrast. The 60 x 120cm format maximises this effect, allowing the parallel banding to flow uninterrupted like frozen honey waterfalls, creating the monolithic luxury that makes genuine onyx installations so breathtaking.

Perfect Applications for Onyx Ivory

Illuminated Feature Walls

Transform walls into glowing art installations where Onyx Ivory creates the illusion of backlit luxury without actual backlighting. The polished surface captures ambient light and redistributes it across honey bands, creating natural luminosity that changes throughout the day. Perfect behind floating vanities where the onyx appears to glow, or in dining rooms where candlelight transforms the ivory bands into golden rivers. The parallel banding creates strong directional flow—use vertically for height or horizontally for width illusion. The warm ivory tones create inviting focal points without overwhelming colour. Strategic lighting amplifies the translucent effect dramatically. Browse our feature tiles collection.

Luxury Master Bathrooms

Create bathroom sanctuaries worthy of ancient Roman baths where Onyx Ivory brings warm, glowing luxury to private spa spaces. The honey-ivory tones are infinitely flattering in bathroom lighting, creating warm, healthy glows that make everyone look their best. Use on shower walls where water flowing over polished onyx creates mesmerising light effects, or behind freestanding tubs for theatrical backdrops. The parallel banding provides natural guidelines for fixture placement. Book-matching creates stunning symmetrical patterns where bands create butterfly effects. The warm tones work magnificently with gold or brass fixtures. Explore our luxury bathroom tiles selection.

Statement Kitchen Islands

Design kitchen islands that become sculptural centrepieces where Onyx Ivory's parallel banding creates natural artwork in functional form. Waterfall edges allow bands to cascade dramatically down sides, creating the illusion of frozen honey falls. The polished surface provides ideal food preparation areas while being completely stain and acid resistant—advantages natural onyx could never offer. The warm ivory tones complement both light and dark cabinetry while adding luxurious warmth. Under-cabinet lighting creates magical effects on the polished banded surface. Perfect for kitchens seeking show-stopping luxury with practical performance. Check our kitchen tiles options.

Boutique Hotel Lobbies

Essential for luxury hospitality venues seeking to create unforgettable first impressions with genuine material luxury. Onyx Ivory's apparent translucency immediately communicates exceptional quality—guests recognise this as the ultimate luxury stone. The parallel banding creates natural wayfinding, guiding movement through spaces. Use on reception desk fronts where the honey bands appear to glow, welcoming guests with warm luxury. The polished surface reflects chandelier light beautifully, amplifying grandeur. Perfect for boutique properties differentiating through material excellence. The warm ivory prevents the coldness that pure white stones might create. View our commercial tiles range.

Executive Office Statements

Elevate corporate spaces with Onyx Ivory creating environments of success and sophisticated taste. The parallel banding provides subtle movement without distraction, perfect for video call backgrounds. The warm ivory tones create welcoming yet professional atmospheres. Use on accent walls behind desks for authority with approachability, or in boardrooms where the luxury material communicates stability and success. The polished surface reflects light, brightening often-windowless corporate spaces. Law firms and financial institutions particularly appreciate onyx's associations with established wealth.

Gallery & Museum Installations

Transform exhibition spaces into luminous chambers where Onyx Ivory provides museum-quality backdrops that enhance rather than compete with displays. The parallel banding creates natural sight lines that guide viewers through exhibitions. The warm ivory provides perfect neutral background while the honey bands add subtle warmth. The apparent translucency adds architectural interest during installation changes. Perfect for jewellery displays where the onyx's glow enhances precious items, or sculpture galleries where the banded backdrop adds rhythm without distraction.

Design & Styling Ideas

Colour Schemes That Enhance Onyx Ivory:

Warm Luxury Palettes:

  • Cream, gold, and white for tonal elegance
  • Ivory, brass, and chocolate for rich warmth
  • Honey, bronze, and champagne for golden luxury
  • Ivory, navy, and gold for classic contrast
  • Cream, copper, and beige for organic warmth

Contemporary Onyx:

  • Monochrome creams for sophisticated subtlety
  • Black and ivory for dramatic contrast
  • Grey and cream for cool elegance
  • Sage and ivory for natural luxury
  • Blush and cream for feminine sophistication

Interior Style Pairings:

  • Hollywood Regency: Glamorous furniture matching onyx luxury
  • Contemporary Classic: Traditional materials, modern application
  • Warm Minimalism: Simple forms with luxurious warmth
  • Art Deco Revival: Geometric furniture complementing linear bands
  • Global Luxury: Onyx as international symbol of success

Working with Parallel Banding:

  • Vertical Installation: Emphasises height, creates waterfall effects
  • Horizontal Placement: Elongates spaces, creates landscape flow
  • Book-Matching: Creates symmetrical butterfly patterns
  • Continuous Flow: Aligns bands across multiple tiles
  • Mixed Orientation: Creates dynamic geometric compositions
  • Accent Banding: Single strips within plain fields

Material Combinations:

Installation & Maintenance

Polished Onyx Installation Excellence

Installing Onyx Ivory demands meticulous attention worthy of its luxury status. The parallel banding requires precise alignment—mismatched bands destroy the flowing effect. Book-matching creates spectacular symmetrical patterns but requires careful tile selection and numbering. The polished surface needs extreme protection during installation—use protective film throughout. Handling requires clean gloves to prevent marking the high-polish finish. Only white adhesive should be used to prevent any colour showing through the translucent-effect design. Professional installation strongly recommended for this investment-grade material.

Banding Pattern Management

Maximise the onyx's luminous beauty:

  • Map band flow before installation begins
  • Number tiles maintaining pattern sequence
  • Align bands perfectly at joints
  • Consider lighting angles for glow effects
  • Plan book-matches for feature areas
  • Document pattern for future reference

Polished Surface Protection Protocol

  • Apply protective film immediately
  • Remove adhesive instantly from surface
  • Use non-scratch tools exclusively
  • Clean with lint-free cloths only
  • Avoid any abrasive contact
  • Final polish only after all trades complete

Creating Luminous Effects

  • Position near natural light sources
  • Install LED strips for backlighting illusion
  • Use uplighting to emphasise bands
  • Consider reflective surfaces nearby
  • Plan for evening lighting effects
  • Maximise ambient light interaction

Maintaining Onyx Brilliance

The polished porcelain surface requires dedicated but simple maintenance. Daily dust mopping with microfibre prevents micro-scratches that could dull the mirror finish. Damp mopping with pH-neutral cleaners specifically designed for polished porcelain maintains brilliance without residue. The ivory tones hide dust better than darker stones but show certain marks more readily—consistent cleaning is key. Periodic machine polishing restores maximum luminosity. The honey bands retain their glow indefinitely with proper care. Professional maintenance annually ensures the onyx-like luminosity remains spectacular.

Complete the Look

Onyx Collection Options:

  • Various onyx colourways available
  • Different banding patterns
  • Book-matched sets
  • Coordinating trim pieces

Luxury Combinations:

Complementary Elements:

Lighting & Enhancement:

  • LED strip lighting systems
  • Uplighting solutions
  • Backlighting options
  • Display lighting consultation

Installation & Care:

  • Professional installation essential
  • Polished surface care kits
  • Maintenance programmes
  • Book-matching service
  • Lighting design consultation
  • Protection products

Why Buy From Hyperion Tiles?

Onyx specialists - Understanding translucent luxury
Polished perfection - Mirror finish excellence
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Luxury focus - Premium material knowledge
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Design consultation - Lighting and layout advice
Book-matching - Symmetrical pattern creation
Quality guarantee - Premium porcelain
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Ready to bring legendary onyx luminosity home?

Order your sample today to experience the warm ivory glow, parallel banding, and polished brilliance of our Marvel Epic Onyx Ivory tiles. Each sample showcases the translucent effect and luxurious depth that makes onyx the ultimate luxury stone. Contact our expert team for lighting advice, book-matching consultation, and creating truly luminous spaces. Visit our showrooms in Ascot (67 High Street, Ascot, SL5 7HP) or Beaconsfield to witness the glowing beauty of Onyx Ivory and explore our complete marble and luxury collections, where precious stone beauty meets practical perfection.

Specification

Colour: Onyx Ivory
Material: Porcelain
Finish: Polished
Style: Modern, Traditional
Shape: Rectangle
Dimensions: 60 x 120 x 0.9 cm
Tiles per box: 2
Area per box: 1.44 m²
Tiles per m²: 1.39
Area per tile: 0.72 m²
Sealing: Not Required
Suitability: Interior walls and floors
Availability: 3-4 weeks from order

The tiles are available for purchase per box.

Delivery And Returns

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Product Frequently Asked Questions

How does porcelain achieve onyx's translucent appearance?

Through sophisticated multi-layer printing that creates genuine visual depth. Different bands appear to float at various levels within the tile, exactly as translucent layers do in real onyx. The polished surface amplifies this effect, creating apparent depth that suggests translucency. Strategic colour placement—lighter areas suggesting more translucent zones—enhances the illusion. While not actually translucent like genuine onyx, the visual effect is remarkably convincing, especially with appropriate lighting.

What makes onyx different from regular marble?

Onyx is technically a different stone entirely—a form of calcite that forms through deposition rather than metamorphosis. This creates parallel banding rather than irregular veining, and genuine translucency that regular marble lacks. Onyx is much rarer, more fragile, and dramatically more expensive than marble. Our porcelain captures onyx's visual characteristics—the banding, the apparent translucency, the inner glow—without its practical limitations.

Can this really replace genuine onyx?

For most applications, absolutely! You get onyx's extraordinary beauty without its problems: complete stain resistance versus extreme porosity, no risk of cracking or chipping, no need for constant sealing, resistance to acids that would destroy real onyx, and about 5% of the cost. You sacrifice actual translucency and absolute uniqueness, but gain practical luxury that can be enjoyed daily without anxiety.

How important is lighting with Onyx Ivory?

While beautiful in any light, appropriate lighting transforms Onyx Ivory from attractive to spectacular. Natural light makes honey bands glow warmly. Evening spotlights create dramatic band definition. Under-cabinet or uplighting produces the backlit effect onyx is famous for. Many clients install specific lighting to maximise their investment. The tiles are beautiful alone but become magical with thoughtful illumination.

Will the ivory colour date or yellow?

The warm ivory is timeless—neither stark white that can feel cold nor deep cream that might date. Porcelain's colour stability means no yellowing over time, unlike some natural stones. The honey tones are inherent to the design, not aging. This warm neutral has decorated luxury spaces for millennia and continues to signify refined taste. Think of it as the stone equivalent of champagne—always appropriate, never outdated.

Is polished onyx-effect suitable for floors?

Yes, with considerations. The polished surface is naturally smoother, requiring attention to slip resistance in wet areas. However, modern porcelain can achieve surprising grip even when polished. Always specify appropriate slip ratings. Many use Onyx Ivory successfully throughout homes including bathrooms. Consider matt alternatives for shower floors. The visual impact of polished onyx-effect floors is spectacular—like walking on crystallised honey.

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