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Tunisia · Limestone

Thala Beige

also known as Thala Limestone, Pierre de Thala

A warm, compact limestone from the Kasserine region of northern Tunisia, widely used in contemporary hospitality and residential architecture across North Africa, the Middle East and increasingly European export markets. Its consistent beige-cream tone, fine grain and strong exterior durability make it a cost-competitive alternative to Italian and Portuguese limestones.

Origin
Thala, Kasserine governorate (northern Tunisia), Tunisia
Stone type
Limestone
Density
2.6 g/cm³
Look
warm beige, compact, architectural, Mediterranean
Finishes
polished, honed, sandblasted, flamed
Formats
slab, tile, cut-to-size, pavers, facade-panel
Exterior use
Suitable — dense, exterior-grade

Type-level physical facts shown. Per-lot lab values (absorption, flexural strength) confirmed at quotation.

Produced by Tunisian Marble Group · Thala, Kasserine

Good to know

Is Thala Beige suitable for exterior facades?

Yes. It is a dense limestone with low absorption, specified extensively for exterior cladding, paving and hardscape across North African and Middle Eastern projects in varied climates.

How does it compare to Moca Cream from Portugal?

Both are warm fine-grained limestones with a cream-beige character and are often specified as alternatives. Thala tends to be slightly warmer and darker in tone; Moca Cream has a more refined surface finish.

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