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Available finishes

Polished
Polished
This finish gives the natural stone a shiny, smooth appearance. The color of the material can be intensified with toners and waterproofing agents. It is an ideal choice for internal floors, worktops, tables and decorative panels. However, it is not recommended
Brushed
Brushed
A slightly uneven surface with a soft texture and a rustic look. It highlights the natural veins and reliefs of the stone. Ideal for indoor flooring, worktops in general, tables and panels.
Levigado
Levigado
Smooth surface with a velvety touch and a matte look. It brings out the natural color of the stone without any shine. It is ideal for floors, stairs, countertops, pool edges or any surface where water can get in, as it offers more traction than polished.

Technical details

There are no technical details for this rock.

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Alpinus

Alpinus is a Pegmatitic Granite formed through pressure and heat, and its mass contains giant, well-formed minerals. Its mineralogical composition is simple, mainly consisting of: K-feldspar (74%), quartz (20%), muscovite (5%), biotite (1%), and other precious minerals. These percentages may vary depending on the extracted pattern. In addition to the basic materials of its formation, Alpinus contains inclusions of precious gems such as Aquamarine, Beryl, and black, green, and pink Tourmaline, which add value to the material.

Suitable places for use

  • Panels
    Panels
  • Tables
    Tables
  • Kitchens
    Kitchens
  • Bathrooms
    Bathrooms

Specifications

  • Rock types
    Granite, Pegmatite
  • Colors
    • WhiteWhite
  • Hardness
    The higher the hardness of a rock, the more resistant it will be to scratches, that is, its resistance to abrasion. The closer to 10, the more resistant it will be to abrasion. The hardness used in Rock Library is from the Mohs Scale.
    6 | 7
  • Reacts with acids
    The reaction with acids happens when a solution with acidic pH comes into contact with the rock, which releases a corrosion on the surface, removing part of the shine.
    No
  • Structures
    Movement, Translucent
  • States
    Minas Gerais

Where to find

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