Artificial marble is a man-made composite material, using resins (like acrylic or polyester) mixed with natural stone dust, minerals, or fillers, plus pigments, to mimic real marble’s look but offer consistent color, design flexibility, durability, and often lower cost, commonly used for countertops, sinks, and tiles. Unlike porous natural marble, it’s non-porous, easier to maintain, stain-resistant, and can be molded into various shapes, though it may be less heat-resistant than natural stone.