Bianco Antico Granite
Bianco Antico granite originates from Brazil and is quarried in the Ceará region1. This granite has large formations of crystals and black feldspar. The colouring of this stone is a white, cream and grey background with patches of brown splashed across the surface. Upon closer inspection, you can see this granite has a truly fabulous texture.
The brown patches of varying size have an almost metallic look to them with flecks of quartz. These flecks can be as small as a centimetre or greater than ten centimetres in size. This unique granite also has black feldspar2 markings and an abudance of clear quartz crystals.
Without physically viewing this slab in real life, it is difficult to appreciate what a complex and beautiful granite Bianco Antico really is. Using this granite is a guaranteed way to add character to any project. Another reason to view this slab is because this stones amazingly deep texture leads to a great degree variance between slabs. So, it is important to make sure you like the unique patterning of the slab you purchase for your project.
We would strongly advice you make sure you view the slab or slabs of Bianco Antico you are buying before any medium to large project in this material. The only instance where you would not have to worry about the variation in this granite would be for a small piece of furniture such as a granite coffee table.
Bianco Antico is an extremely popular choice for those wanting white granite worktops with character. And can be seen in kitchens across America and the United Kingdom. This material can also be seen in bathroom vanity units, feature walls and in the construction of luxury furniture.
If you are looking for a durable decorative stone light in colour with a lot of character, there are not many natural stones which are going to beat the wonderfully textured Bianco Antico granite.