Granite
Absolute Black
India (Andhra Pradesh)
Granite
Café Imperial
Brazil
ASTM C615Food-Contact EligibleEtch ResistantScratch ResistantHeat ResistantFrost ResistantExterior-Grade
Café Imperial
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HardnessHard(6–7 Mohs)
SoftHard
Acid SensitivityAcid Safe
SafeHigh Risk
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Slab Yard Diagnostic Protocol
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From your Stone ID Kit
Glass tileHCl dropper bottle (5–10%)
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Stone TypeGranite
Geological NameGranite
OriginBrazil
ASTM SpecificationASTM C615
ClassificationDense Crystalline / Siliceous
Available FinishesPolished, Honed (Matte), Leathered, Brushed, Flamed
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Shop Stone I.D. Kit — $139.97HardnessHard(6–7 Mohs)
SoftHard
Acid SensitivityAcid Safe
SafeHigh Risk
LOW — siliceous; does NOT etch
🔥Heat Tolerance
>480°F (250°C)
💧Sealer
Yes (impregnator)
Technical Details
ASTM SpecificationASTM C615
Mohs Hardness6–7
Absorption0.05–0.40%
Density (pcf)160–175
Compressive Strength (psi)19,000–35,000+
Flexural Strength (psi)≥1,200
Abrasion Resistance (Ha)25–50+
Thermal Tolerance>480°F (250°C)
ClassificationDense Crystalline / Siliceous
Geological NameGranite
OriginBrazil
Where can you use Café Imperial?
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Interior
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Exterior
Recommended Conditional Not Recommended
Care Instructions
Maintenance recommendations for Café Imperial
🧹 Daily Cleaning
- Wipe surfaces with a soft, damp cloth or microfiber towel
- Use a pH-neutral stone cleaner — never use acidic or abrasive products
💧 Sealing Schedule
- Sealer type: Yes (impregnator)
- Seal every 1–2 years for normal residential use
- Test with water drops — if absorption occurs within 10 minutes, it's time to reseal
- Always clean the surface thoroughly before applying sealer
- Allow sealer to cure fully before using the surface (typically 24 hours)
⚠️ Warning Signs — Time to Call a Pro
- Dull spots or rings where liquids have sat on the surface
- Visible cracks, chips, or separating seams
- Discoloration or staining that won't clean away
- Surface feels rough or gritty in areas that were previously smooth
- Grout deterioration around the stone edges
🛒 Recommended Products
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pH-Neutral Stone Cleaner
For daily cleaning. Avoid acidic or alkaline cleaners.
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Impregnating Sealer
Penetrates the stone to protect from within. Apply annually.
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