Cherry Blossom marble has become a fixture in showrooms that want something softer than Calacatta but more characterful than plain white. The stone reads as a warm ivory base scattered with dusty rose and grey veining, the kind of pattern that reads differently from two meters away versus up close. For importers and fabricators, the appeal is practical as much as visual: it ships well, it cuts predictably, and it sits in a price bracket that leaves room for margin. This guide covers what the material actually looks like, the slab formats you can expect out of China, and where it performs best in real projects.
What Cherry Blossom Marble Looks Like
The defining feature is the veining. Rather than the bold, dramatic diagonals you get from Nero or Portoro, Cherry Blossom carries fine, web-like lines in muted pink, lavender-grey, and occasional russet. The background ranges from near-white to a faint cream, which lets the veining do the talking without overwhelming a room.
Two points matter for buyers. First, the pattern is naturally variable block to block, so a single container will show a spread of looks. That is normal and usually desirable for flooring or wall cladding where repetition looks artificial. Second, the pink tones are subtle. If a client expects vivid sakura pink, manage expectations, this is a quiet stone, not a statement one.
Where It Comes From and How We Stock It
Cherry Blossom is quarried and processed through Chinese facilities, and Stonelink has handled it since 2012 out of our Shuitou and Xiamen bases. Because we run direct quarry access plus global sourcing, we can hold consistent supply across the six stone families we carry, cherry blossom included. Our inventory runs to 60,000 m² across 2,000+ designs, which means most standard orders can ship from stock rather than waiting on a fresh block.
For buyers, the practical upside is lead time. Stock slabs move in days, not months, and mixed containers with other marble or travertine lines are straightforward to assemble.
Standard Slab Sizes and Finishes
Most Cherry Blossom leaves our yard in these formats:
- Slabs: 2400–3000 mm long × 1200–1800 mm wide, thickness 18 mm or 20 mm. Book-matched pairs are available on request for feature walls.
- Tiles: 600×600 mm, 800×800 mm, and 600×1200 mm, usually 12 mm or 15 mm thick. Other cut-to-size dimensions are produced to order.
- Finishes: polished is standard and shows the veining best. Honed gives a softer, more matte residential feel. Leathered finishes are possible but less common on this material.
Thickness tolerance holds to ±1 mm on slabs. If your project needs 30 mm for stair treads or heavy counters, flag it early so we reserve the right block.
Best Applications
Cherry Blossom works in spaces where you want warmth without weight:
- Bathroom vanities and wall cladding. The light base keeps small rooms bright, and the veining adds interest without reading busy.
- Hotel and apartment flooring. At 18–20 mm it handles foot traffic well. Seal it properly and maintenance stays simple.
- Kitchen islands. Polished tops look clean, though as a marble it will etch from acids, so specify honed plus a penetrating sealer for busy kitchens.
- Feature panels and reception desks. Book-matched slabs turn a plain wall into a focal point.
Price Range and What Moves It
Pricing sits in the mid tier of imported marble, generally an industry range of roughly USD 25–55 per m² for slabs FOB China, depending on grade, slab size, and finish. Tiles run a bit lower per square meter because cutting yield is higher. Expect the pink-heavy blocks to carry a small premium over the whiter selections, since they are the ones clients ask for by name.
Container consolidation, incoterms, and polishing all shift the final number. We quote per order rather than publishing a fixed sheet, because block variation makes a one-price-fits-all figure misleading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherry Blossom marble durable enough for floors?
Yes for residential and most commercial interiors. It is a genuine marble, so it scratches and etches like one, but at 18–20 mm with a good sealer it holds up under normal foot traffic. Avoid it in exterior paving or freeze-thaw climates.
Can I get a consistent color across a large order?
We sort slabs by tone batch before loading, and you can request a tone sample set before container packing. Full block-to-block identity is not possible with natural stone, but we keep the spread tight.
Do you supply matching tiles and slabs together?
Yes. Many buyers take slabs for counters and tiles for floors from the same batch so the veining family stays coherent. Just tell us the split when you order.
What is the minimum order?
We typically work in full-container loads, though smaller LCL shipments can be arranged through Xiamen. Mixed-stone containers are the norm for our 80+ export countries.
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Contact the Stonelink team to check current stock, request tone samples, or build a mixed container with other marble and travertine lines. We ship from Shuitou and Xiamen to 80+ countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I import natural stone from China?
Most overseas buyers work with us in four steps: (1) share your project specs or choose from our inventory; (2) we send whole-slab photos and video so you see exact veining before committing; (3) we handle packing, booking and ocean freight from Xiamen/Shuitou; (4) goods arrive at your port with full documentation. English communication and container-load or LCL both supported.
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ) and lead time?
MOQ typically starts from one container, and mixed sizes or products are accepted. Standard lead time is about 15–25 days after order confirmation, with slab photos and video provided before shipment so you know exactly what you receive.
Can you send stone samples before I place an order?
Yes. We provide samples — offcuts or small slabs — so you can verify color, finish and quality before committing to a full shipment. Samples are shipped worldwide by courier, and the sample cost is typically credited against your first container order.
Do you provide quality control and certifications?
Yes. Stonelink is a China-based natural stone manufacturer and exporter operating from the Xiamen and Shuitou stone hub since 2012, with a 60,000 m² inventory spanning 2,000+ designs and direct quarry access, shipping to 80+ countries. Every shipment is inspected for packing and quality before loading, and we can arrange third-party inspection and the documentation your destination requires. Tell us your certification needs (CE, SGS, etc.) and we will match them.
How do I choose the right natural stone for my project?
Start with the application: floors and high-traffic areas favor harder stones (granite, quartzite), while marble and onyx shine in lower-abuse, design-led spaces. Match the finish to the mood (polished for drama, honed for calm), confirm color stability under your lighting, and review whole-slab photos or video with our team before you buy. We advise free of charge based on your project.
What shipping terms and documents are included?
We ship FOB Xiamen/Shuitou as standard and can also quote CIF or DDP to your port. We handle export packing, container booking and ocean freight, and provide the full document set — commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading, certificate of origin and insurance. Both full containers and LCL are supported.