Oricalus Granite

Other NamesCatalina Mountain Rock Granite, Red Rock Granite
AvailabilityInquire
Finishes Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique
Country of OriginBrazil
Abrasion ResistanceExcellent
Chemical ResistanceGood
DurabilityExcellent
Fire Performance0 flame spread (per ASTM E 84)
Freeze Thaw ResistanceGood
HardnessExcellent
Panel SizesUp to 4'×8' (1220mm×2440mm)
Staining ResistanceGood
Structural Performance (on Honeycomb)Excellent

Oricalus Granite Panels by StonePly

Oricalus Granite is a highly expressive stone defined by a complex interplay of warm rust, ochre, and deep brown tones layered over a fractured white and gray mineral base. Broad crystalline sections are intersected by dense networks of dark veining and oxidized mineral deposits, while areas of mossy green emerge in irregular formations. The composition reads as dynamic and multi-directional, with contrasting zones of light and dark creating strong visual depth across the surface.

Architectural projects often incorporate Oricalus Granite when a visually dominant material is required to establish identity within a façade or interior composition. On exterior elevations, it can be introduced as a focal cladding element or articulated across select façade zones where variation and contrast are intended to drive the design. Interior applications extend to lobby walls, feature enclosures, and vertical surfaces where the movement and color variation of Oricalus Granite can be experienced across the full scale of the material.

Fabricated as a thin layer of Oricalus Granite bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, the material achieves a substantial reduction in overall panel weight while retaining the visual complexity of the stone. This panelized approach supports controlled fabrication, efficient installation, and coordination with contemporary attachment systems used in both exterior and interior wall assemblies.

For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Oricalus 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.