I just did a reno using Rex Palissandro 18" (really about 17.5") square tiles in a 5x8 bath and they look fantastic. I think that large tiles look great in a small bath.
i sorted through the tiles to find the repeats and it seemed like there were 7 or 8 different "movement" tiles and 4 or 5 others that didn't have much movement on them. I will post photos on a future message.

Here is a link that might be useful: Rex Palissandro

I can’t help you with the size, but I had to comment, because your post is essentially identical to the one I wrote when I was searching for my marble look-alike… every part of what you wrote had me nodding my head in agreement…

Here is my gardenweb post.

I love the tile I chose (my installed tile.) although the size isn’t good for you… possibly the other commenter’s choices might give you some options??

I saw the pallisandro tile (above comment) and it really is beautiful. I found it had a tan-undertone that was emphasized by my white subway tile, or else I would have stopped looking after seeing it… if I remember correctly, it came in a smaller wall-tile?

p.s.- we also had a small, old-house bathroom to work with and I think choosing bright, glossy tile made all the difference in the world.

Here is a link that might be useful: Our finished bathroom

Airbumpkin: Sorry can't help with a 3"x 6" tile but we will have 4x10 white carrara look-a-like for our master bath shower which will also be frameless. The floor will be 2 x 2 white carrara. I have the quote and it is called Fi Elegant Ideas Tec #910 in bright white. It is porcelain which I understand to be stronger than ceramic tile.

I called our tile supplier and he said it was by Florida Tile but I can't find it online anywhere. So I'm going to pick up a sample tomorrow and will post a picture of it then.

I realize the Rex Palissandro does not come in the small sizes you prefer, but I thought I would post a photo anyway. I used a green glass and stone mosaic accent and light green wall paint. I know horizontal accent stripes are out of fashion, but I like the look in my small tub alcove. I am using the same mosaic as a backsplash on my vanity.

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Thanks for the input, all.

I believe I may have found another good option, which is available in the 3x6 we're hoping for. Samples should be here tomorrow, I'm hoping they look good. If they do, I can check this off my list of things to worry about. Will report back here with results.

Please let us know what you're getting and howit looks (even better, a photo of the tile and/or link to where to order it). We, too, would love to buy marble tile----for a kitchen backsplash---but would prefer the durability and low maintenance of a porcelain.

I just finished gutting our master bath and used the 7 1/2 x 19 sculpture glossy "fake" on the walls and the matte (12x24) on the floor. It is beautiful! Got the tile at Arizona Tile and the price was right.

The other posters have better answers than I do, when it comes to porcelain "fake marble". However, in our last house, we put in a beautiful pink shiny real marble on the floor, and it was GORGEOUS! I loved it! It was so dimensional.
Now, at the time, I had 4 kids, three of them boys, one of them recently potty trained. The aim was just egregious.
Normally, I eschew anything toxic, so I used natural cleaners to clean the floor. They did fine, but when it was time to sell the house, I broke down and used bleach to clean the floor around the toilet, and they looked great -- completely undamaged.
I am from near Baltimore, where in the olden days, women used to come out and scrub the famous white marble steps with bleach, EVERY DAY, or so the legend has it. This is all just to say, marble isn't the frail substance it is made out to be.

I know this is not what you asked but have you considered doing plain white subway time with a band of Carrara mosiac tile with a real marble cap piece?

Sorry for bumping an old thread but I'm also looking for Carrara 3x6 look a-like porcelain/ceramic tile. Did anyone have any luck with this format and if so can you please post what you ended up using please? I wanted to use Alfa Carrara 3x6 but it is no longer available.

I just installed American Olean Mirasol Bianco Carrera in my bathroom. I chose the 2 x 4 matte finish subway tiles for the shower and 12 x 12 matte finish for the floor. It looks beautiful...beyond my expectations. By accident the tile distributor sent me the bullnose in a glossy finish. The glossy has more of a “marble” feel, but I love the clean, calm matte finish look. This product is relatively new. When I went online to find the matte finish bullnose, I found other distributors are carrying more sizes than listed on the American Olean website...but, I am not sure if it is available in 3 x 6. http://americanolean.com/series.cfm?series=182

Thanks so much for posting this, MW297. I have been searching for a solution for our bathroom and I think your choice will be what we go with. This is a bath enclosure that I wanted glossy marble finish since it's all walls and ceiling. That particular tile looks good and I'm going to order a sample soon. I'm wondering how much repeat there is per box, always a risk ordering online.

MW297, would you have a photo of your finished bath we could see?

blondelle, if MW297 doesn't respond for some reason, here's the link where I'm purchasing mine:

Here is a link that might be useful: Mirasol Bianco Carrara Tile

I'm in the middle (well actually it's almost done) of my bathroom remodel, and I used the 6x6 Alfa Tile from Spain for the shower walls. Who told you the 3x6 is no longer available?

I have taken photos, but the pictures don't do the tile justice. I almost didn't purchase these tiles based on pictures I found on the internet and this forum. I think it is best to visit your local American Olean distributor to look at the product in person. When I first installed the brick 2 x 4 tile, I thought it looked to busy, but after adding the white grout, it looks beautiful...cloud-like. I really think you have to see this tile in person...then, you can decide if you prefer the glossy or the matte finish. As I wrote above, the glossy is more "marble like" the matte finish is more "cloud like" ... you have to see the physical product for yourselves.

Has anyone gotten tile through Costco affiliated Korel?
They have porcelain that looks like carrera marble, including non-slip for floors.

Hi
I have the same concerns and desires for my master bathroom remodel--except for the tile size. Can you please tell me what you decided to go with? I also love in the Seattle area so local pick up would not be a problem. I am feeling kind of overwhelmed :( thanks a lot.

My daughter is using a porcelain "Carrara look" tile in her bath. She chose Daltile's Florentine Carrara. She is using 12x24 on the walls and 24x24 on the floors. The tile comes in other sizes with shiny or matte finishes. Her bathroom is only 76"x 65 plus the 36x60 tub alcove.
Here is an in-progress picture without grout yet

Has anyone found the honed carrara marble look alike in the 3x6 subway? I am looking for that tile for my backsplash. I was able to find a polished natural stone tile in Lowes. I like it because it has gray streaks, but I'm not sure if I like the polished.

I also used Mirasol Bianco Carrara tile in my bathroom.
12x12 matte on bathroom floor
10x14 glossy on shower walls
2x4 matte mosaic on shower floor

What countertop material are you all using with your faux marble tile bathrooms?

Cooking -The Tile Shop has a 3x6 tile called Calacutta Bianco that is great. Comes in both matt and glossy finish and several sizes. Right now that is what i am planning on using for my backsplash.

Birchpoint, since my DD's bathroom needed only a small countertop, we opted to use a remnant rather than buy a whole slab of stone. Using a remnant severely limited her choices as did her not wanting anything with "swirls or waves" in it. Available remnants that were white were more creamy white and didnt look good with the white in her faux marble tiles.
She did find a Hanstone Quartz remnant called Black Coral. It has grey flecks in it and is more of a matte finish than shiny. Her cabinets are a very light grey color.
I will post a reveal of her bathroom in a day or two. We think it looks great. In the mean time here are the samples of what she used.

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Thank you badgergal! Your daughter's bathroom is one that I have saved and am watching. I am soooo overwhelmed by all the decisions I have to make on this house build. I wish I could hit the "pause" button. I always thought it would be fun to build your own house just the way you want it, but it is no longer fun. It is just stressful and overwhelming to want and expect something wonderful (like you see on GW or Houzz) but having trouble putting it together yourself!

Your contribution has been helpful!

I just used MS-International-Calcatta-12-in-x-12-in-Ivory-Porcelain in my total gut for the tub surround. I love it we looked at real marble but the posts here make me think twice. My husband did all the install so came to about $200 in materials for tile grout tile backer and mud.

Here is a link that might be useful: tile from HD

Anyone know about ceramic or porcelain 'faux marble' hex tile?

@vpdel I am looking for faux marble hex too. Here is a link of some tile. I am not sure how it looks in person.

http://www.countryfloors.com/categories/category/porcelain/white/marmi-vista-porcelain/

Same here - I'm going to see the Marmi Vista hex tiles in person tomorrow. Has anyone used it? I did a photo search and didn't find any.

1dogand3cats, what is stonepeak's price per sq. ft? Do you know?

Stonpeaks classic statuarietto 12x12 and 24x12 are $3.90 (as quoted by my tile place in Richmond VA)

Anyone found some real installation photos of this tile? I will appreciate some photo link thanks

http://www.stonepeakceramics.com/products-collections-tiles.php?coll=CLASSIC&linea=STATUARIETTO

Larger tile creates fewer grout lines which makes the space appear larger, particularly in a small bathroom. It may seem counterintuitive, but it works.

lizdc: I used the same tile but 12x24 - love it!

Unfortunately, it's not available in 3x6 - the smallest they make it is 9x18.

So?

Tile cutter. That 9 x 18 will easily slice up into 9 3 x6 tiles. (9 inch side cuts into 3 3" wide and the 18 length cuts into 6")

Cutter is only around $20-25 at Home Depot that will take up to 20 inch tiles

Cuts like a dream. (And I have a zero-functioning right shoulder from a long-ago injury and need a Service Dog because of it and I can slice up tiles with the tile cutter.)

Just mark the tiles with a sharpie, position them on the cutter (has a guide to help you stay straight) and cut.

The quarry tile I wanted for the kitchen only came in 18 x 18. I wanted 3 smaller sizes for a 3 size herringbone. Just whacked them up

Carrara by fine makes a 3" by 6" tile

what is the best Carrera look alike for the Hex shape? I was looking at Carrera hex for the shower floor, however now I'm concerned about the maintenance after reading the posts above. Is there a great look alike for the Hex shape for a shower floor?

This is not a true hex but it was very realistic looking and the shape is interesting too. http://products.daltile.com/series.cfm?series=487

roarah I like that Daltile Linear Hex one! I just got it priced out if anyone is interested and it was $12.25/SF. Trying to track down a sample of it now. I am also looking for other Carrera look alike Hex options. Does anyone know of any???

I saw a 4 inch hex in Tile Fantastic in San Jose, California today - I believe it is from Marca Corona in Italy.

Erica H - what state are you in that they priced it at $12.25/SF?? I just had it priced in Maryland and they want $19.18/SF!!! That's a huge difference. I want your price! Did you end up getting it? If so, do you have a picture? Thanks!

I am in Florida! My contact is DJ at Abbey Carpet & Floor: DJ@abbeylargo.com. Hopefully that price is still good! :) I did not end up using it, sorry!

I am looking at using 12 x 24 Porcelain Carrera look alike for shower walls and bathroom floor. I want a quartz countertop and am wondering if solid white would be best? I had picked out Silestone Lagoon before I picked the floor and shower tile. Now I think it will look slightly off. It has the carrera look, but will be just different from the tiles to look mismatched. I am using white cabinet. Any countertop suggestions?

Do you have a sample of the Silestone Lagoon to look at with your tile. I think you are right that it might look slightly off but it's hard to know with out seeing it in person. I also think it might be difficult to find a solid white countertop that will play well with both the white in the tile and your white countertops. Maybe you should concierge a light to medium tone gray countertop. It will provide a little contrast and keep your room from looking too white (unless that is the look you want). I think it would look better not to have too much movement in the countertop since the porcelain carrara tile has lots of movement.

I posted a picture earlier in this thread showing the Carrara look alike tile my daughter used in her bathroom. She opted for light gray cabinets and initially wanted a white countertop. She shopped remnants for her countertop and was not able to find something that didn't "look slightly off". She ended up using a black quartz that had some lighter speckles in it. She thought it looked better than a solid color. Perhaps you could find a grey with some flecks of dark grey, black or white in it.

I've posted many pics of my daughter's bathroom on this forum but here's a few shots for you so you can see how contrasting colors work

Or Moonstone

Would work for you. If your not limited to Silestone Cambria has some options that might work too.

Snowdown White

Greystone

Good look with your search for the right countertop.

Thank you so much, Erica H! I will try that! I called around to a couple other places and the lowest price I got so far is $14/SF...so I'll try your contact. Thanks again! What did you end up going with, may I ask? Who knew re-modeling a small bathroom would be so hard! :-)

badger gal, thanks so much for your comments and photos. I appreciate the recommendations of the gray quartz possibilities. I may decide to use the carrera look tiles in the shower and a gray tile floor. If i do that I think the quartz and countertops are far enough apart in the room that I can use lagoon or something similar. The vanities and showers are on opposite walls that are 14' wide. The tile store is getting in some samples of the gray tile i like for the floor. So I will see how that looks. Thanks for sharing the photos. Your daughter's bathroom is lovely.