| Availability | Inquire | |
|---|---|---|
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Brazil | |
| Absorption | Less than 2% | |
| Abrasion Resistance | Excellent | |
| Chemical Resistance | Good | |
| Durability | Excellent | |
| Fire Performance | 0 flame spread (per ASTM E 84) | |
| Freeze Thaw Resistance | Good | |
| Hardness | Excellent | |
| Panel Sizes | Up to 4'×8' (1220mm×2440mm) | |
| Staining Resistance | Good | |
| Structural Performance (on Honeycomb) | Excellent |
Aquarius Granite Panels by StonePly
Aquarius Granite features a white to light gray foundation animated by layered charcoal veining and granular mineral clusters. Movement shifts diagonally across the surface, with fractured crystalline areas and soft gray washes creating depth and variation. The pattern is broad and expressive, yet grounded by a consistent light background that maintains overall balance.
In large-format vertical installations, Aquarius Granite delivers visual texture without overwhelming surrounding materials. It can be specified for lobby wall systems, architectural surrounds, and statement entry volumes, and is equally effective in exterior cladding compositions where a light surface with pronounced movement is desired.
Aquarius Granite is fabricated as a StonePly composite panel by laminating a thin granite facing to an aluminum honeycomb backing. Using a reduced stone thickness allows the panel assembly to achieve a substantial decrease in overall weight compared to traditional full-bed installations. This panelized system is manufactured for incorporation into contemporary architectural wall assemblies where lightweight natural stone cladding is required.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Aquarius Granite, please contact StonePly for more information.
Additional Reading
Other than diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, granite is the hardest natural stone. Granite is the preferred stone for exterior cladding as it is known for its strength and resistance to the elements. Unlike marble, granite is a very low maintenance choice for your building exterior; it is extremely resistant to heat, scratching, and stains.
Quarried all over the world, granite comes in a wide variety of colors. Typically you find granite finished with a high polish to show off the beautiful array of colors and natural grain. Granite's appearance is phenomenal for exterior applications or interior accents but can sometimes look too "busy" in confined spaces. To meet the need of current trends, granite can be honed, sandblasted, or have other textures applied to soften its natural tones and provide a very aesthetically pleasing panel.
Granite is not only found in commercial cladding applications but is a favorite for counter tops and flooring as well. The stone is extremely durable and easily maintained and cleaned. Being harder than marble and limestone, granite surpasses other stones in its ability to resist staining and acidic materials.
If your requirements call for a stone that has permanence, enduring texture and color, along with complete freedom from deterioration and maintenance, then granite is an ideal candidate for your project.