Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Availability | Inquire | |
|---|---|---|
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Brazil | |
| 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 |
Avatar Granite is a dramatic stone characterized by sweeping bands of blue-gray, charcoal, and deep mineral tones layered across a warm cream and taupe background. Complex waves of crystalline patterning move across the surface, intersecting with areas of fractured mineral structure and textured deposits. The composition creates a striking geological landscape, where contrasting colors and dense formations produce strong visual movement and depth.
Architectural projects often specify Avatar Granite when a bold stone surface is intended to anchor a building’s visual identity. On exterior elevations it can be incorporated into expressive cladding zones or prominent façade sections where the dramatic patterning enhances the overall composition. Interior environments benefit from its visual energy across lobby walls, atrium enclosures, and tall vertical installations that allow the layered mineral formations to read across broad architectural surfaces.
Fabricated as a thin granite facing bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, Avatar Granite reduces overall panel weight while maintaining the visual mass associated with solid stone. This construction method supports efficient installation across expansive wall areas and allows the material to integrate effectively within modern façade systems.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Avatar Granite, please contact StonePly for more information.
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.