Classica by Magica

Collection Summary

Classica by Ceramica Magica is an unglazed porcelain stoneware collection inspired by historic marbles. It is made in Italy by Terratinta Group. The palette runs from whites such as Carrara and Bianco di Asiago, through warm neutrals such as Marfil, Botticino and Calacatta Ambra, to saturated stones including Rosso Verona, Verde Alpi, Verde Guatemala, Dark Emperador and Nero Marquina. All colors share one matte finish and a moderate (V2) shade variation. The collection’s main differentiator is its modular size system: square fields up to 24″x24″, narrow strips, an 8″x8″ octagon, a 1.8″ dot and a 2″x2″ mosaic. Together these let designers build cassettone, herringbone, basketweave and checkerboard compositions within a single collection.

Design & Aesthetic

Classica reads as a library of marble rather than a single look.

• Light grounds: Carrara and Bianco di Asiago give a quiet base. Calacatta Ambra adds golden and amber veining to a pale field.
• Warm neutrals: Marfil is a creamy beige with soft, subtle veining. Botticino carries light golden veins. Fior di Pesco sits between light grey and beige, crossed by white veins and amber tones.
• Accent colors: Rosa Perlino is a pale rose. Rosso Verona brings deep red tones. Verde Alpi and Verde Guatemala are greens with darker veining. Dark Emperador is a deep brown with a network of gold and cream veins. Nero Marquina is black with characteristic quarried-marble veining.

Ceramica Magica’s catalog pairs these colors in two-tone layouts:

• Cassettone: a large square framed by strips, with small corner squares.
• Sfalsato: offset squares with small inset accents.
• Pentagona.
• Herringbone and two-color “Herringbone Zebra.”
• Basketweave, Basket Chequered and Chequered.

The catalog gives a mix percentage for each pattern, such as 74% / 24% / 2% for the 24″ cassettone. This gives designers a starting point for quantities. Typical pairings in the catalog include Carrara with Nero Marquina, Carrara with Verde Alpi, and Bianco di Asiago with Rosa Perlino.

Material & Craftsmanship

Ceramica Magica classifies Classica as unglazed porcelain stoneware (Group BIa UGL, water absorption ≤0.5%) under EN 14411 / ISO 13006. The manufacturer’s catalog states that Classica contains 20% recycled material. Ceramica Magica is a brand of Terratinta Group, based in Fiorano Modenese, Italy. The company’s Declaration of Performance is published at terratintagroup.com.

Design Applications

Tile X Design lists Classica for floors, walls and shower floors. The manufacturer’s catalog shows these uses:

• Floors: octagon-and-dot floors, cassettone and checkerboard floors.
• Walls: 12″x24″ wall fields, herringbone strip walls.
• Wet-area walls: Fior di Pesco 12″x24″ is shown on bathtub and shower walls.

The size range lets one marble carry from a large-format floor into a smaller-scale wall pattern. Bathrooms, entries and hospitality-style interiors can use a coordinated pair of colors across several formats.

Specifying Classica

• Finish: One matte finish across all colors and sizes. There is no polished option to plan for.
• Thickness: The manufacturer lists 9.5 mm (see verification notes).
• Variation: V2 (moderate). Review multiple pieces, especially for the strongly veined colors.
• Limited specialty pieces: The 8″x8″ Ottagona octagon comes only in Carrara and Bianco di Asiago. The 1.8″x1.8″ Dot comes only in Carrara, Bianco di Asiago, Rosa Perlino, Rosso Verona, Verde Alpi and Nero Marquina. Confirm availability before building an octagon-and-dot design around another color.
• Lead time: Some items are stocked at Tile X Design, and others are special order from Europe (10–16 weeks). Confirm which sizes and colors are stocked early in the project.
• Specialized uses: Ceramica Magica recommends consulting its Contract Division for guidance on correct use.

Product Specifications

• Water Absorption: Compliant (EN ISO 10545-3, Eb ≤ 0.5%)
• Modulus of Rupture: Compliant
• Breaking Strength: Compliant
• Abrasion Resistance: < 150 mm³
• Thermal Expansion Coefficient: ≤9 MK-1
• Thermal Shock Resistance: Resistant
• Frost Resistance: Resistant
• Acid & Alkali Resistance: ULA–ULB (low concentration) / UHA–UHB (high concentration)
• Chemical Resistance: UA
• Stain Resistance: Class 5
• Color Resistance to Light: No Alteration
• Friction Coefficient: R10 matte (DIN EN 16165 Annex B) | DCOF >0.42 matte (ANSI A137.1)
• Recycled Content: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Classica colors be combined in the same floor pattern?

Yes. Ceramica Magica designed the sizes to work together and publishes layouts with suggested coverage ratios. Examples include a 24″x24″ cassettone framed with 4″x24″ strips and herringbone in alternating colors.

Which Classica colors come in the octagon and dot pieces?

The 8″x8″ octagon is made only in Carrara and Bianco di Asiago. The dots are made in six colors: Carrara, Bianco di Asiago, Rosa Perlino, Rosso Verona, Verde Alpi and Nero Marquina. A Carrara octagon with Nero Marquina or Verde Alpi dots is one supported combination.

Is Classica suitable for a shower floor?

Tile X Design lists shower floor as an application. The matte surface is rated R10 with a DCOF above 0.42. Confirm the specific format and slope requirements with your Tile X Design representative and the manufacturer’s guidance before specifying.

Can Classica be used outdoors?

Classica passes the ISO 10545-12 frost resistance test. However, neither Tile X Design nor the manufacturer lists exterior applications. Treat it as an interior collection unless the manufacturer confirms a specific outdoor use.

How much will the marble pattern vary from tile to tile?

Classica is rated V2, or moderate variation. Veining and tone will shift between pieces, more visibly in high-contrast colors like Nero Marquina and Dark Emperador. Review a range of samples to judge the effect at full scale.