| Other Names | Bahia Creme Granite, Crema Azul Bahia Granite, Creme Azul Bahia Granite, Crema Blue Bahia Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Brazil | |
| Absorption | 0.15-0.2% | |
| 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 |
Crema Bahia Granite Panels by StonePly
Crema Bahia Granite features a warm blend of golden beige, soft brown, and charcoal mineral tones in a medium-grained crystalline structure. Scattered darker concentrations are balanced by lighter quartz and feldspar clusters, while subtle blue-gray mineral flecks introduce depth and variation. The overall composition is dense and evenly distributed, creating a textured surface with a rich, natural warmth.
Projects that rely on a warmer palette often incorporate Crema Bahia Granite across exterior wall cladding and vertical surfaces where a deeper tone is needed without becoming overly dark. Interior applications extend into partition walls, bar enclosures, and feature surfaces, where the varied mineral mix adds visual interest while maintaining a cohesive overall read.
Reduced weight is achieved by bonding a thin layer of Crema Bahia Granite to an aluminum honeycomb backing, forming StonePly panels with a consistent thickness. This approach makes it possible to incorporate the stone into panelized cladding systems while maintaining clean alignment and allowing Crema Bahia Granite to be used across vertical applications with greater flexibility.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Crema Bahia 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.