Stone Type: Quartzite
-Sizes/Thickness: 3/4" (2cm slab)
1-1/4" (3cm slab)
-Origin: Brazil
-Finish: Polished
New Elegance Quartzite is quarried from a bedrock quarry in the northern part of Brazil. The warm beige tones within the slab will have areas of milky white quartz scattered throughout. There will also be areas of burgundy and gold veins. During the polishing process, an epoxy resin is applied to the surface of the stone to fill in any natural pits, cracks or fissures that may exist. This does not affect the durability, maintenance or beauty of the stone. It is possible for some of the more minute pits that are too small to effectively hold the resin, to reopen during other finishing stages. However, this will not detract from the overall quality or appearance of the stone. Due to the qualities of the stone, the slabs are book-matched, meaning slab one and slab two will be cut and polished to create a mirror image of each other. These are then kept in sequence, which allows for a consistent flow in pattern. Finally, a mesh backing is adhered to the back of the stone to ensure safety while handling and fabricating the slab or tile. As a natural stone product, it is recommended that it be sealed to extend its longevity.
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