The short answer: if the table is used every day and you have children, choose ceramic: it needs no sealing and wipes clean with a damp cloth. If you want natural stone with its own veining and are happy to look after it, choose marble: it is porous and must be sealed every year.
What each technical sheet says
| Ceramic (Livia and Aria) | Natural marble (Altea) | |
|---|---|---|
| Top | 6 mm ceramic with a marble finish on a board, 2.5 cm total thickness | Natural marble, each top with its own veining and shading |
| Cleaning | Damp cloth and mild soap | Damp cloth and pH-neutral soap; dry lemon, vinegar or wine straight away |
| Sealing | Not needed | Stone sealer once or twice a year |
| Weak point | The edge: avoid sharp knocks | Acids, which stain it if not wiped dry |
| Weight | Livia: 64 kg (180 × 90 cm) | Altea: 98 kg (round, 120 cm) |
How to decide
Think about what is going to happen to the table. A ring from a wine glass, a hot dish or homework done in felt tip is normal dining table use. Ceramic tolerates all of it without maintenance. Natural marble tolerates it if you look after it: coasters, immediate cleaning of acids and sealer once or twice a year.
Marble has one advantage that ceramic imitates but does not match: every top is different. If that individuality matters to you, the upkeep is a reasonable price.
An example
The Altea table, round at 120 cm, weighs 98 kg, more than the 180 × 90 cm Livia table at 64 kg. If you are going to move the table or carry it up a staircase, that figure matters more than the look.
Limits
This comparison uses the sheets for our own pieces, not a general rule for all manufacturers. Other ceramics or marbles may need different care. Always follow the instructions on the sheet for the piece you buy.
Next step
Compare the Livia Dining Table, Aria Dining Table and Altea Dining Table, or first read what table size you need. The ceramic table that best resists stains is explained on this page.
Frequently asked questions
Does a ceramic table stain?
It does not absorb wine or coffee and is cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap. The most delicate part is the edge, which is best protected from sharp knocks.
Does natural marble need maintenance?
Yes. It is porous: wipe up acidic liquids immediately, use coasters and apply a stone sealer once or twice a year.
Which weighs more, ceramic or marble?
Among our pieces, the round 120 cm marble Altea table weighs 98 kg, and the 180 × 90 cm ceramic Livia table weighs 64 kg.
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By Zaida Muñoz, interior designer at Zach & Decor · Updated 16/10/2026