Petrographic description
Samoa is a Granite quarried in Brazil, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICBRGR00512. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every granite, 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, flamed, bush-hammered, leathered. Typical applications: kitchen worktops, exterior cladding and paving, stairs, monuments, high-traffic floors.
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.
Samoa Granite: complete guide
Overview
Samoa granite is a Brazilian granite in golden-beige tones, with grey and dark crystals. It is chosen for kitchen worktops and hard-wearing surfaces in warm shades.
History and origin
It comes from Brazil, one of the world's leading producers of coloured granites. Brazilian beige and golden granites have been widespread on the international market for decades, particularly for kitchen worktops and bathrooms. Pattern and shade vary according to the quarrying area. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background is golden beige, with grey quartz crystals, light feldspars and dark specks irregularly distributed, sometimes with slight movement. Between slabs the colour can vary from cream to a more intense gold. Polishing enhances the depth of the crystals; honed and brushed finishes give a more matt, natural effect.
Uses
Highly suitable for kitchen worktops, bathroom vanity tops, floors, stairs and exterior cladding. It resists scratches, heat and household acids well. With light granites, a treatment to limit oil stains is advisable.
Care and maintenance
Clean with water and a neutral detergent. Apply a stain-proofing impregnator at installation and renew it when water no longer beads. Avoid overly aggressive products that can alter the polish.
- Classification
- commercial granite (igneous or metamorphic silicate rock)
- Density
- approx. 2,600-2,700 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- 6-7
- Water absorption
- low
- Main use
- interiors and exteriors
- Acid resistance
- good
FAQ
Is Samoa suitable for outdoor use?
Granite: excellent for façades, paving and stairs in any climate. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Samoa per m²?
Indicative price from €120/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 Samoa 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.
