| Other Names | Imperial Brown Granite, Coffee Imperial Granite, Brown Pearl Granite, Cafe Imperiale 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 |
Cafe Imperial Granite Panels by StonePly
Cafe Imperial Granite carries a rich brown palette layered with charcoal undertones and prominent feldspar crystals in muted bronze and smoky gray. The larger mineral formations sit within a darker ground, giving the surface a coarse, crystalline texture with noticeable variation. From a distance, it can read as a darker, unified field, while closer viewing reveals the irregular shapes and tonal shifts within the stone.
Interior applications may include wall panel systems, feature walls, and vertical architectural surfaces where a darker granite is used to define key areas within a space. It can also be incorporated into lobby walls, circulation areas, or integrated wall sections, where the scale of the crystal structure becomes more apparent at closer range. The variation within the surface allows it to maintain depth across broader wall areas without appearing flat.
StonePly fabricates Cafe Imperial Granite as a thin layer of stone bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, reducing weight compared to traditional full-bed stone. Each panel maintains a consistent thickness, allowing for better control during fabrication and more precise alignment in the field. This approach supports integration into interior wall systems while improving handling and overall efficiency.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Cafe Imperial 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.