Arctic Arkose is a high‑grade quartzite quarried in Finland, prized for its bright white background and subtle, fine‑grained texture. The stone displays a uniform, almost luminous surface with occasional faint veining that adds depth without compromising its sleek appearance. Its durability and resistance to abrasion make Arctic Arkose ideal for both interior and exterior applications, including flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and outdoor paving. Recommended finishes are polished for a reflective look or honed for a softer, matte aesthetic. Marmi di Carrara supplies Arctic Arkose in robust blocks and 2‑3 cm thick slabs, offering cut‑to‑size services and real‑time photos of actual slabs before purchase.
Petrographic description
Typically a white quartzite composed of tightly interlocked quartz grains.
Arctic Arkose is a Quartzite quarried in Finland, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICFIQR00084. Its dominant tone is white.
Like every quartzite, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: polished, honed, leathered, flamed. Typical applications: kitchen worktops, luxury floors, feature walls, exterior cladding.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
FAQ
Is Arctic Arkose suitable for outdoor use?
Quartzite: excellent outdoors thanks to its hardness and low absorption. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Arctic Arkose per m²?
Indicative price from €265/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Arctic Arkose shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
