Portuguese marble (Estremoz, Rosa Aurora, Ruivina, Vélez, etc.) remains one of the most competitive in Europe on a quality/price basis. Below are current 2025 price ranges, what is and isn’t included, the factors that move the price, and simple “back-of-the-envelope” project calculations.
Note on sources: open price lists on stone marketplaces and individual suppliers in 2024–2025 show a widespread (you’ll see offers around €70–90/m² for 20 mm as well as premium picks at €150–200+/m²). That’s normal: the final price depends on grading (“Extra/Select/Commercial”), veining, thickness and finish. As a rough guide, international listings for Portugal show 20 mm slabs from ~$70/m² up to $165–$194/m² depending on the stone and selection.
Base price ranges & delivery terms
The figures below are EXW (Ex Works, pick-up at a factory in Alentejo) unless noted. FOB (Setúbal/Sines port) is shown separately.
20 mm slabs (polished face)
Commercial / Standard: €55–85/m²
Select / First: €85–120/m²
Extra / Premium (white Estremoz Extra, rare patterns): €120–180+ /m²
Typically included: the slab itself, basic face polish, standard A-frame/cradle if buying by bundle.
Typically not included: cut-to-size, edge polishing, sealer, tone/pattern matching (incl. book-match), custom crating, crane loading, freight.
Marble tiles / cut-to-size (CTS)
Tile 30×60×1.5–2 cm (honed/polished): €25–55/m² EXW
Custom parts (treads, trims, 20 mm panels): €60–120/m² EXW for fabrication + slab cost per your grade.
For perspective on retail outside Portugal: UK/EU retail collections for similar Portuguese looks often sell at €110+/m², depending on format and finish (that includes retail margin and local logistics).
Windowsills (20 mm, depth up to 200 mm)
Base (cut + top polish, arris): €35–60/linear m
Edge polish/chamfer: €8–15/linear m
Drip groove (external): €5–8/linear m
Material (by slab m²) is counted separately when billing by “purchased slab area.”
Countertops (20 mm, supply only)
The price consists of:
Material (slab) priced by purchased area, not net finished area;
Cutting/edges/cut-outs/laminations: guideline €45–60/m² (net finished area) for cutting + €15–30/linear m of edge; sink cut-out €70–120 (undermount), hob cut-out €50–80, tap hole €8–15;
Sealing/impregnation: €8–12/m²;
Crate/packing: €120–250 per crate (weight/format dependent).
Delivery terms
EXW (Ex Works): you collect; invoices usually exclude delivery, insurance and export formalities.
FOB (Free On Board, PT port): added costs include inland haulage to port, port handling/THC, export docs, creating. For an LCL crate this can add roughly +€300–600 to EXW depending on volume/weight (order-of-magnitude only; get a forwarder’s quote).
At a macro level, Portugal’s FOB export price for “marble for construction” in 2022 averaged ~$780/tonne (raw/statistical category; not directly comparable to finished goods but useful as context).
Price drivers
Grading & pattern.
“Extra” = brightest fields/most uniform or rare veining; expect +20–60% vs “Commercial.” Continuous veins for book-match add more (bundle selection and higher waste).
Thickness & format.
20 mm is the volume standard; 30 mm costs more for stone and processing and weighs more; 15 mm for wall cladding is lighter but needs a good substrate and is sometimes mesh-backed.
Finish.
Polished, honed, satin/velvet, brushed, etc. Polishing is “in the base” for slabs; alternative finishes require re-polishing/calibration and typically add €4–12/m² in processing.
Waste / yield factor.
Countertops, book-matched wall panels and pattern-driven work often use 50–70% of the slab area (you buy 30–100% more than the net result). Standard tile formats: ~10–15% waste; complex layouts: more.
Logistics.
Rule of thumb weight: ~54 kg/m² for 20 mm (density ~2700 kg/m³). Weight dictates packing, truck type (tail-lift, crane), unloading costs, etc.
Volume & urgency.
Small runs, “project-only” batches, and rush production windows increase the unit price due to changeovers/logistics.
Factory & region.
Factories in Alentejo (around Borba/Estremoz) often offer sharper pricing on local stones thanks to shorter upstream logistics when you buy direct.
3–5 live pricing examples (with numbers)
All examples are EXW (factory/yard in Alentejo). For clarity, I add a typical Borba → Lisbon delivery for small consignments. VAT excluded.
Example 1. Floor tiles 60×60, honed, 15 mm — 10 m² hallway
Installation (usually a different contractor altogether).
Mini-FAQ (short and straight)
1) Why “prices from …”? Because the outcome depends on grade (Extra/Select/Commercial), veining/uniformity, format, finish and waste. The same stone can cost multiples more if you need a particular look or book-match.
2) 20 mm or 30 mm? 20 mm is standard for tiles, panels and most supported countertops; 30 mm is stiffer/heavier, may need fewer substrates, but costs more in material and logistics.
3) How much will my order weigh? Roughly ~54 kg/m² for 20 mm and ~40.5 kg/m² for 15 mm—plus crate/A-frame.
4) Why is material billed by “purchased slab area” instead of net finished area? Because you buy real slab area from which your parts are cut. Waste is unavoidable, especially with pattern matching and cut-outs.
5) Can I reserve a slab “for my project”? Yes—normally a deposit/prepayment + clear drawings/spec and a defined hold period (e.g., 7–14 days). Move fast for rare looks.
6) EXW vs FOB in two lines? EXW: collect at factory (all risks/costs after pickup are yours). FOB: supplier delivers and loads on board at port of departure (pre-loading port costs on supplier), then your freight/insurance apply.
7) How much to budget for domestic delivery in Portugal? Depends on volume (weight/metres), truck type (tail-lift/crane) and drop-off. For small 0.2–0.8 t consignments Alentejo → Lisbon, a few hundred euros is a fair starting point. Exact tariff only from a haulier.
8) Polished vs honed: price and care? Polished is glossier and pops the veining but shows scratches; honed is matte/silky and often more practical. Processing price difference is small; correct sealing and care matter more.
How to read and compare quotes
Check the base: what exactly is in the “€/m²” line? A slab or finished tile/part? Which grade?
Lead times: bundle in stock, production slot, time for crating/documents.
Taxes: quoted ex VAT or incl. VAT? For export—zero-rate conditions/document flow.
Where to look for “market” benchmarks
Marketplace listings for Portuguese marbles (Estremoz, Rosa Aurora, etc.) show a wide range—from ~$70/m² for 18–20 mm up to $165–$194/m² and higher for premium/Extra. Treat this as indicative—get job-specific quotes for your project.
To sense retail abroad, check mainstream tile retailers’ “Portuguese/Calacatta Evora”-type ranges—often £110+/m² depending on format/finish.
Bottom line
For 20 mm slabs in Portugal, think €55–180+ /m² EXW depending on grade/pattern.
Tiles/CTS start around €25–55/m² EXW for standard formats and rise with custom work.
Countertops and panels are priced by purchased slab area with waste: the effective €/m² of net finished work can be many times the slab €/m².
Logistics & packing are meaningful: budget crates, weight and unloading method.