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| Other Names | Giallo Macaubas Quartzite, Amarelo Macaubas Quartzite, Macaubas Gold Quartzite, Yellow Macaubas Quartzite | |
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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 |
Gold Macaubas Granite presents a luminous golden field layered with long, continuous bands of caramel, honey, and soft beige. Linear veining moves horizontally across the slab, ranging from fine striations to more pronounced mineral seams that create depth without disrupting the overall flow. The surface reads as structured yet fluid, with a natural rhythm that carries consistently across the stone.
Used as exterior cladding, the material can establish a continuous horizontal reading across the building envelope, particularly where long elevations or extended wall runs are part of the design. That same surface can carry through returns and recessed conditions without interrupting the visual flow. Within interior vertical applications, Gold Macaubas Granite can be carried across wall planes that define primary circulation or larger gathering spaces, where the linear movement reinforces direction while maintaining a cohesive surface.
Panel fabrication begins with a thin layer of stone bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, resulting in a lightweight panel with consistent thickness. This configuration allows Gold Macaubas Granite to be integrated into cladding systems where panel layout, joint alignment, and installation sequencing are carefully coordinated. The natural veining and tonal range remain clearly visible at the surface within this panelized format.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Gold Macaubas 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.