Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Other Names | Capao Bonito Red, Capao Red, Capo Bonito, Red Capao Bonito, Rosso Capao Bonita, Vermelho Capao | |
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| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Brazil | |
| Absorption | 0.2-0.25% | |
| 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 |
Capao Bonito Granite is a deep red granite with a dense, crystalline composition of brick-red feldspar, black mineral clusters, and muted gray interlocking grains. The pattern is tight and consistent across the surface, reading as uniform from a distance while revealing a granular, mineral-rich texture up close. This even distribution of color and scale gives Capao Bonito Granite a grounded, stable appearance without directional movement.
Used across building exteriors, Capao Bonito Granite can establish continuity across large vertical cladding surfaces, while also defining entry sequences and transitional architectural zones where a controlled, uniform field is required. Within interior environments, Capao Bonito Granite can be carried through lobby walls, elevator interiors, and circulation areas, where its fine-grained composition supports cohesive panel layouts without visual disruption.
StonePly fabricates Capao Bonito Granite as a thin layer of stone bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, producing panels that are lighter in weight with a consistent thickness across each panel. This approach allows Capao Bonito Granite to be installed as part of coordinated wall systems, supporting efficient handling and installation while preserving the visual character of the stone.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Capao Bonito 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.