| Other Names | Ferro Gold, Beige Butterfly, Ocre Itabira | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Butterfly Beige Granite Panels by StonePly
Butterfly Beige Granite features a light cream to beige background punctuated by large, irregular feldspar crystals in warm gold and tan tones. These mineral formations are interspersed with smaller black and gray inclusions, creating a layered crystalline field with noticeable depth. Rather than a uniform speckle, the surface is defined by the scale and distribution of its larger mineral components, giving the stone a textured, dimensional presence.
On exterior facades, Butterfly Beige Granite can be expressed through panelized cladding and vertical wall systems where the lighter palette contributes to a more open surface. Entry conditions and architectural transitions benefit from the scale of the mineral pattern, which remains legible from a distance. Within interior environments, the material can define wall planes and enclosed vertical elements, where the larger crystalline structures become more pronounced and provide visual texture without overwhelming the overall composition.
StonePly achieves a lighter panel by bonding Butterfly Beige Granite as a thin natural stone layer to an aluminum honeycomb backing, while maintaining consistent thickness across each unit. This construction method allows the material to coordinate with contemporary wall assemblies and simplifies handling during installation of vertical cladding systems.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Butterfly Beige 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.