Avocatus

Quartzite

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Avocatus is a striking natural quartzite primarily quarried in Brazil, renowned for its intense and varied green palette. Its deep olive to lush mint tones are often dramatized by a high-contrast network of black veins and white quartz inclusions, evoking the dense, layered canopy of a tropical rainforest. As a true quartzite with a Mohs hardness of 7, it offers exceptional resistance to heat, scratches, and acidic etching, making it a premier choice for luxury kitchen islands and feature walls. Interestingly, the stone’s unique avocado-green hue is derived from trace amounts of iron oxides and chromium-rich minerals like fuchsite trapped within its crystalline structure.

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Applications

Avocatus is a versatile natural stone suitable for a wide range of interior and exterior applications.

Kitchen Countertops

Timeless beauty with excellent durability and heat resistance.
Waterfall Islands

Bookmatched slabs create stunning, seamless waterfalls.
Backsplashes

Elegant and durable surface for full height backsplashes.
Bathroom Vanities

Luxurious and moisture resistant for everyday use.
Feature Walls

Large format slabs create seamless statement walls.
Fireplace Surrounds

Adds sophistication and elevates any living space.
Flooring

Suitable for high traffic residential and commercial areas.
Commercial Spaces

Ideal for hotels, lobbies, retail and office environments.
Outdoor Applications

Perfect for covered outdoor kitchens and living areas.

Consider these recommendations a starting point. The suitability of any natural stone ultimately depends on the project, environment, and fabrication approach. While marble is often discouraged for exterior applications, some of the world's most celebrated outdoor architecture—including much of Rome—has been crafted from marble and continues to stand the test of time.