Granite
Blue Bahia Granite
Blue Bahia Granite, also known as Azul Bahia, is an exotic Brazilian granite renowned for its vibrant blue color, which is interspersed with intricate patterns and specks of white, grey, and sometimes gold. It features an intense blue background with off-white, cream-colored, or black lines and patches. Geologically, it is often classified as a sodalite-rich syenite / commercial granite.
- Origin
- Bahia, Brazil, Brazil
- Quarry
- Bahia, Brazil
- Mohs hardness
- 6-7
- Water absorption
- 0.10%. Generally low, but sealing is recommended to prevent absorption of liquids.
- ASTM spec
- ASTM C615 (Standard Specification for Granite Dimension Stone)
- Installed price
- $70 - $130 (Some sources indicate $130/sq ft average, others $70-90/sq ft for granite, and some as low as $59-78/sq ft for general granite. Exotic granites can be higher).
- Slab price
- $102 - $118 (Some sources indicate $118/sq ft from StoneTrash, $102.23/sq ft from Solidshape. Zicana Boutique lists slabs in the $7358 - $8550 range, which would be much higher per sq ft depending on slab size).
- Finishes
- Polished, Honed
- Applications
- Countertops, kitchen fixtures, high-end interior design, walls, flooring.
- USA distributors
- New York Stone, Tez Marble, Southstar Granite, StoneX USA, East Coast Granite Charlotte, KLZ Stone Supply, Zicana Boutique, MGSI - Marble and Granite Supply of Illinois, StoneLocator, Marble Systems, Solidshape.
- Maintenance
- Requires sealing periodically (e.g., annually) to prevent absorption of liquids. Clean regularly with mild soap and water. Resistant to scratches, heat, and stains.