| Other Names | Carnelian Granite, American Mahogany Granite, Dakota Red Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | United States | |
| 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 |
Dakota Mahogany Granite Panels by StonePly
Dakota Mahogany Granite is a deep, richly toned granite with a dense crystalline matrix of dark mahogany, burgundy, and reddish-brown feldspar interlocked with charcoal and blue-grey mineral deposits. Small flecks of white and silver quartz are distributed throughout, catching light against the darker tones and adding fine contrast to the overall composition. The pattern is tight and evenly distributed, giving the stone a bold, consistent character that reads with equal intensity at close range and across large surface areas.
Given its depth of color and visual density, Dakota Mahogany Granite is particularly effective on exterior building facades, architectural accent walls, and monumental entry conditions on civic, governmental, and institutional buildings where a stone with a strong, enduring material presence is called for. Inside, it brings strong contrast to feature wall installations in financial institutions, cultural venues, and public-facing commercial interiors where dark, richly toned natural stone sets a deliberate material tone.
When specified through StonePly, Dakota Mahogany Granite is cut to a thin layer and bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing — achieving uniform panel thickness and a weight that makes large-format installation practical across a range of wall and façade systems. The full color and crystalline character of the natural stone surface is retained throughout.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Dakota Mahogany 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.