Bahia Quartzite

Quartzite

A varied quartzite with a documented natural-stone character. The recorded appearance includes commercial quartzite movement. Recorded applications include blocks, slabs, worktops and wall cladding.

Stone familyQuartzite

Primary colourVaried

Market-name verified; quarry/operator to enrich verification · Reference STN-0001272

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Specification snapshot

Indicative catalogue data. Verify the exact stone, finish, thickness and current test certificates before specification.

Mohs hardness6-7

Water absorption0.1-0.6 %

Compressive strength100-250 MPa

Flexural strength10-25 MPa

Density2600-2800 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Polished; honed; leathered; brushed; flamed/sawn where suitable
Typical uses: Blocks; slabs; worktops; wall cladding; flooring; bathrooms; feature walls; furniture surfaces
Exterior suitability: Good for slabs/cladding/worktops when specified correctly; verify finish and absorption
Frost resistance: Generally good; verify by technical datasheet for each quarry batch
Recorded colour palette: Varied
Slab variation: V3 Moderate variationModerate variation: veining, colour or pattern can change between slabs.