Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Other Names | Desert Gold Granite, Beach Sand Granite, Beach Gold Granite | |
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| 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 |
Desert Beach Granite is a richly layered granite with a warm cream and off-white base saturated with sweeping concentrations of amber, gold, and russet brown that shift across the surface in broad, organic formations. Dark espresso and near-black mineral deposits punctuate the composition in scattered clusters and fine branching patterns, creating sharp contrast against the lighter tones. The overall character is dense and textural, with a color range that evokes sun-bleached earth and weathered stone — complex without being chaotic.
Well-suited to exterior conditions where warmth and texture define the material palette, Desert Beach Granite works effectively across ventilated rain screen systems, monumental building entry conditions, and large accent wall panels on resort, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. Inside, its layered color and organic patterning bring depth to spa interiors, upscale restaurant environments, and cultural building interiors where a stone with strong natural character anchors the material composition.
Taking a thin layer of Desert Beach Granite and bonding it to an aluminum honeycomb backing yields a panel of uniform thickness and considerably reduced weight — one that carries the full depth and texture of the natural surface. Through the StonePly system, this granite reaches exterior cladding assemblies, interior statement walls, and building envelope conditions where its expressive character can be specified with confidence across a range of project scales.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Desert Beach 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.