Real Stone. Real Strong. Real Thin.
| Other Names | Bordeaux Fire Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Fire Bordeaux Granite presents a warm composition of cream, beige, and soft taupe tones layered with sweeping areas of rose, rust, and muted red. The surface is highly expressive, with fluid mineral movement that blends lighter and darker regions into broad, organic patterns. Subtle gray undertones and scattered crystalline textures add depth, while the color variation shifts gradually across the stone.
Where variation in tone is used to animate large vertical surfaces, Fire Bordeaux Granite can be introduced across exterior wall sections, articulated façade elements, or recessed cladding zones that benefit from a more dynamic material expression. Interior applications may carry through onto feature walls within open gathering spaces, vertical surfaces framing transitional areas, or integrated architectural planes that anchor key portions of the interior.
Within the StonePly system, a thin layer of Fire Bordeaux Granite is bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing, forming a panel with consistent thickness and reduced overall weight. This construction shifts the stone from a solid stone application to a panelized element that can be incorporated into a wider range of wall assemblies. The result maintains the natural movement and color variation of Fire Bordeaux Granite while allowing for more controlled integration into vertical systems.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Fire Bordeaux 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.