Quartzite
Azul Macaubas Quartzite
Azul Macaubas is an exotic Brazilian quartzite known for its rare and beautiful blue color, ranging from wavy light to deep blue, often with auburn or golden veining. It is a highly durable and resistant natural stone.
- Origin
- Bahia, Brazil, Brazil
- Quarry
- Bahia, Brazil
- Mohs hardness
- 7
- Water absorption
- Low (some sources state 0.2% for Macauba Blue Quartzite). It is generally considered stain-resistant but porous, requiring sealing.
- ASTM spec
- Quartzite typically falls under ASTM C616 (Standard Specification for Quartz-Arenite Dimension Stone) or general natural stone specifications. Specific ASTM data for Azul Macaubas is not readily available in snippets, but general quartzite properties apply.
- Installed price
- $110 - $300+ (some sources indicate $110/sq ft including stone, fabrication, installation; others $180-$300+ for rare blue varieties).
- Slab price
- $105 - $300+ (some sources indicate $105/sq ft for slabs, others $180-$300+ for rare blue varieties).
- Finishes
- Polished, Honed
- Applications
- Countertops, feature walls, high-end interior design, flooring, vanities.
- USA distributors
- Artistic Tile, Marble.com, MSI Surfaces, Great Lakes Granite & Marble, StoneContact.com, MMG Tile & Stone, ABC Stone, AKDO, TR Granite, Hilltop Surfaces.
- Maintenance
- Requires sealing after installation and periodically (e.g., annually) to prevent water absorption and staining. Highly resistant to daily wear and tear, heat, and scratches.