Petrographic description
Viitasaari Yellow is a Granite quarried in Finland, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICFIGR00017. Its dominant tone is yellow & gold.
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.
Viitasaari Yellow Granite: complete guide
Overview
Viitasaari Yellow is a Finnish granite in yellow-beige tones. It is chosen to achieve a warm, light effect with the resistance of an igneous rock.
History and origin
Viitasaari is in central Finland, a region of lakes and forests with several quarrying operations. Yellow granites are less common than grey and pink ones, and are appreciated for their brightness. They are used for cladding, floors and furnishing both indoors and outdoors. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Appearance
The background ranges from straw yellow to beige, with grey quartz crystals and dark specks. The granular pattern is regular, but the warm shade can vary between slabs. Flamed, it looks light and sandy; polished, warmer and golden.
Uses
Suitable for floors, façades, steps, kitchen worktops and bathrooms. Outdoors it creates bright surfaces for squares, terraces and pool surrounds. On light kitchen worktops oil stains are more noticeable: a good protective treatment is recommended.
Care and maintenance
Clean with a neutral detergent; a water- and oil-repellent is useful, because light backgrounds show stains and rust. Avoid prolonged contact with wet metal objects.
- Classification
- granite (intrusive igneous rock)
- Density
- approx. 2,600-2,650 kg/m³ (indicative)
- Mohs hardness
- approx. 6-7
- Water absorption
- low
- Main use
- interiors and exteriors
- Acid resistance
- good
FAQ
Is Viitasaari Yellow 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 Viitasaari Yellow per m²?
Indicative price from €70/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 Viitasaari Yellow 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.
