Product Type:
Quartzite
Origin:
Brazil
Stocked Finish:
Polished
Stocked Thickness:
3/4″ (2cm slab)
1-1/4 (3cm slab)
New Louise Blue
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Recommended Uses:
Commercial
Residential
Interior Countertops
Interior Wall
Fireplaces
Shower Walls
New Louise Blue is quarried from a bedrock quarry in Brazil. This is a metamorphic stone which evolved from a sandstone due to extreme heat and pressure. The bold blend of gold, greys and cream with dramatic patterning make this stone a striking addition to your project.
It is a common characteristic for this stone to have voids in the raw material. Before the stone reaches the polishing stages, these voids are filled with a polyester resin. Depending on how deep each void is, the resin may shrink as it dries, which will leave the surface of the filled area slightly lower than the rest. This does not affect the durability, maintenance or beauty of the stone. Due to the qualities of the stone, the slabs are book-matched to allow for a consistent flow in pattern. As a natural stone product, it is recommended that this be sealed to extend its longevity. Finally, a mesh backing is adhered to the back of the stone to ensure safety while handling and fabricating the slab.
As a natural stone product, it is recommended that this be sealed to extend its longevity. Natural stone may absorb moisture during fabrication and from installation materials. Therefore, it is recommended that sealing should be done after the stone has fully dried to ensure proper sealer absorption, and prior to consumer use. Drying time will vary depending on the stone, as well as the temperature and humidity level. Quartzite has a more open structure and therefore needs a sealer that is designed to penetrate properly to ensure that the stone is sealed. After sealing, allow it to cure completely. Arizona Tile suggests using 3-5 coats of solvent-based impregnating sealer for the initial sealing and applying 1 coat of sealer every 6 months moving forward. It’s also recommended to seal all cut edges, on-site at the time of installation. This will help to minimize water and oils from penetrating into the stone around sinks, faucet holes, ovens and any seams.
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