Quick Summary:
Aquarela Quartzite is a Brazilian exotic stone famous for its watercolor-like blend of purple, red, and green tones. Featuring translucent crystal veins, it offers a dramatic backlit effect, making it a centerpiece for luxury design.
Product Overview Aquarela Quartzite is a geological masterpiece that blurs the line between natural stone and fine art. Quarried in Brazil, this exotic quartzite is characterized by its fluid, painterly movement of colors-ranging from rich violet and burgundy to soft greens and greys.
The most striking feature of Aquarela is its crystalline quartz inclusions. Large sections of the slab are composed of pure, semi-translucent quartz crystals. Under natural light, they add depth and sparkle; when backlit with LEDs, they glow with a warm, fiery intensity, transforming the stone into a dynamic light installation.
We are a direct stone manufacturer in China. We import premium Aquarela blocks directly from Brazil and process them in our facility. Our expertise allows us to maximize the translucent potential of this stone through precise cutting and polishing.
Stone Characteristics
Stone Type: Exotic Natural Quartzite
Origin: Brazil (Processed in China)
Texture: Fluid, Swirling, Crystalline
Translucency: Partial (Crystal veins are highly translucent)
Hardness: Very High (7 on Mohs Scale)
Technical Specifications (Data based on standard ASTM/EN testing)
| Property |
Value |
Unit |
| Density |
2.65 – 2.70 |
g/cm³ |
| Water Absorption |
0.10 – 0.20 |
% |
| Compressive Strength |
180 – 200 |
MPa |
| Flexural Strength |
18 – 22 |
MPa |
| Porosity |
Low |
– |
| Hardness (Mohs) |
7 |
Scale |
| Acid Resistance |
High |
– |
Color & Pattern Description Aquarela offers a complex, multi-dimensional palette:
Base Tones: A swirling mix of Purple, Bordeaux Red, and Slate Grey.
Highlights: Streaks of Olive Green and Golden Brown.
Crystal Veins: Distinct bands of clear or milky white quartz crystals run through the slab. These areas are translucent.
Movement: The pattern flows organically like a river or a watercolor painting ("Aquarela" means watercolor in Portuguese).
Key Advantages
Backlit Capability: The crystal veins create a unique "lava lamp" effect when illuminated from behind.
Extreme Durability: Despite its delicate look, it is a hard quartzite that resists scratching and etching.
Artistic Impact: Every slab is unique, serving as a natural mural for feature walls.
Versatility: Suitable for kitchen countertops (hard) and decorative walls (beautiful).
Recommended Applications Luxury Interior
Backlit Feature Walls: Install LED panels behind the slab to highlight the crystal veins.
Kitchen Islands: A durable yet stunning centerpiece. Waterfall edges are recommended to show the flow of the pattern.
Fireplace Surrounds: The warm colors (red/purple) complement the fire perfectly.
Bar Tops: Illuminated bar counters for hotels and clubs.
Welcome to contact if any interest
Ms. Kelly Lin
Whatsapp&wechat:+8618850011367
Email: marble@xiamensrs.com
