This seamless 3D PBR 8K texture captures the intricate composition of onyx chips embedded within a rough, natural substrate. The base material consists primarily of calcite and quartz minerals, forming a sedimentary stone with characteristic coarse grains and mineral veins. The texture reveals a complex pattern of interlocking onyx fragments, exhibiting natural sedimentary layering that highlights the stone’s earthy color palette—ranging from warm beige and amber tones to deeper browns and subtle hints of gray. The rough surface finish reflects the raw, unpolished state of onyx, where natural weathering and slight porosity contribute to the tactile, uneven form. This coarse grain structure is emphasized in the Normal and Height maps, enhancing depth perception and surface irregularities in 3D applications.
From a materials perspective, the texture simulates the intricate layering and adhesive minerals binding the onyx chips together. The substrate acts as a cementing matrix, holding the fragmented grains in place, while the mineral veins introduce subtle variations in reflectivity and color. The BaseColor (Albedo) map accurately reproduces the natural pigments and earthy tones inherent to onyx, while the Roughness map defines the uneven, matte qualities of the raw surface—avoiding overly polished or metallic appearances. The Metallic channel remains minimal, reflecting the stone’s non-metallic nature, whereas the Ambient Occlusion map enhances shadowing within crevices and around the chip edges, adding realism to the sedimentary pattern.
The Height (Displacement) map provides fine-scale elevation differences, crucial for rendering the coarse grain texture and subtle relief of the natural onyx surface. These variations can be blended with Normal maps to achieve a more immersive material response under different lighting conditions. This texture’s resolution at 8K ensures exceptional detail, suitable for close-up renders in Blender, Unreal Engine, and Unity, supporting high-fidelity architectural visualizations and naturalistic 3D environments. The seamless tiling feature allows for extensive coverage without visible repetition, maintaining the organic, random appearance characteristic of onyx stone.
For practical use, it is recommended to carefully adjust the UV scale to match the intended physical size of onyx chips, as improper scaling can distort the natural pattern and grain detail. Additionally, fine-tuning the Roughness map can help balance the interplay between matte and slightly reflective areas, enhancing realism depending on the lighting setup. When using displacement or parallax mapping, blending these with Normal maps will provide a more nuanced surface form, capturing both macro and micro details of the onyx roughness and sedimentary structure.
Using This PBR Texture in Blender
Import the texture maps into Blender with sRGB color space for albedo/base color and
Non-Color for normal, roughness, metallic, AO, height, and ORM maps. Connect normal maps
through a Normal Map node, then adjust UV scale with a Mapping node so the material repeats naturally on
your model.
- Albedo -> Principled BSDF Base Color
- Roughness -> Roughness, Metallic -> Metallic
- Normal -> Normal Map node -> Normal
- Height -> Bump or Displacement depending on render setup
For the full step-by-step setup, see
How to Use Seamless Textures in Blender.
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FAQ
Is this texture seamless and tileable?
Yes. This texture is designed as a seamless tileable PBR material, so it can repeat across large surfaces without visible borders.
Which resolutions and formats are available?
You can download PNG/WEBP versions and use 1K, 2K, 4K and 8K download options when available on the page.
Can I use it in Blender, Unreal Engine and Unity?
Yes. The download options and engine-mapped ZIP workflow are designed for Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity Standard, URP and HDRP material pipelines.
Is commercial use allowed?
Yes. The texture is available under the AITextured free commercial license. Review the license page for redistribution and AI-training restrictions.
