Falux - White Onyx
White Onyx is a luxurious and elegant natural stone known for its translucency and soft, creamy white tones. It often features delicate veins in shades of gold, gray, or pink, making it perfect for high-end interior designs. Ideal for backlit walls, countertops, and decorative accents, White Onyx brings brightness, purity, and sophistication to any space.

Stone Type | Onyx |
Color | Pure white or off-white with subtle veins (golden, gray, or pink tones) |
Applications | Wall cladding, countertops, decorative panels, columns, and backlit features |
Appearance | Translucent white background with elegant, soft veining and high gloss |
Porosity | Medium |
Polishability | Very high |
Frost Resistance | Low (recommended for indoor use only) |
Water Absorption | Moderate (needs sealing for protection) |
Grindability | Good |

In the realm of luxury design, light is not merely functional; it is an element to be sculpted, shaped, and celebrated. Few materials can capture the essence of purity and light quite like White Onyx. This rare and precious natural stone is revered for its ethereal translucence and serene beauty, offering a canvas of soft, creamy white that seems to glow from within. It stands as a symbol of sophistication and tranquility, transforming interiors into sanctuaries of calm and elegance. The unique character of White Onyx makes it an unparalleled choice for creating environments that are both visually stunning and deeply serene.
The Ethereal Beauty of White Onyx
The allure of White Onyx lies in its delicate and luminous appearance. Its background is a pristine canvas of pure, milky white or soft, creamy tones, creating an immediate sense of peace and spaciousness. This immaculate base is often graced with subtle, wispy veins that drift across the surface like fine brushstrokes. These veins can appear in gentle shades of gold, soft gray, or even pale pink, adding a touch of warmth and complexity to the stone's otherwise pure character.
What truly sets this stone apart is its remarkable translucency. When light touches its surface, it penetrates deep into the stone, creating an otherworldly glow that highlights its inner structure. This quality gives White Onyx an almost magical presence, making it appear weightless and radiant. Each slab is a unique work of art, offering a different pattern and level of translucency for a truly bespoke installation.
Sculpting with Light: Applications for White Onyx
The singular ability of White Onyx to interact with light makes it the ultimate material for creating dramatic and unforgettable design features. Its most celebrated application is in backlit installations, where its full luminous potential is unleashed. When illuminated from behind, a wall panel, bar front, or countertop transforms into a breathtaking feature that radiates a soft, ambient glow, becoming the undeniable soul of the space.
Beyond its use in backlit features, its elegance is suited for a range of high-end applications where purity and luxury are paramount:
· Breathtaking Feature Walls: Create a stunning focal point in a living room, hotel lobby, or luxury spa that exudes tranquility
· Luminous Countertops: An ideal choice for islands, vanities, and bar tops where a touch of glamour is desired
· Elegant Decorative Panels: Use it for custom panels, room dividers, or art niches to add a sculptural element
· Majestic Columns: Cladding columns in this material turns structural elements into glowing pillars of light
Understanding the Care and Properties of This Noble Stone
While White Onyx is cherished for its delicate beauty, understanding its properties is essential to ensure it remains a pristine feature for years to come. As a type of onyx, it has a medium porosity and moderate water absorption. To protect its pure, light-colored surface from staining or etching, it is crucial that the stone is professionally sealed with a high-quality sealant. This is especially important for applications like countertops and vanities.
This noble stone boasts a very high polishability, which allows it to be finished to a glass-like, reflective sheen that enhances its natural luster and translucence. Its good grindability also makes it suitable for intricate custom fabrications. It is important to note its low frost resistance, which means it is exclusively recommended for interior use, where it can be protected from extreme temperature changes and the elements.
Invite Timeless Purity into Your Space with White Onyx
To select White Onyx for your project is to make an investment in unparalleled elegance and serene beauty. It is a material that transcends trends, offering a timeless purity that elevates any design. Its unique ability to play with light creates an atmosphere of sophistication and calm that cannot be replicated by any other stone. This is more than just a surface; it is an experience of luxury and light.
Your most ambitious design visions deserve a material of this caliber. We invite you to experience the serene beauty of our curated collection at FMA Marble. Consult with our onyx specialists to discover the unique character of each slab. Allow us to help you select a truly exceptional piece of White Onyx to illuminate your design.