Cardinal Red
Granite · Finland · 1 photo
In brief. Cardinal Red is a red granite from Finland. Petrographically it is classified as granite. Texture: coarse. Marmi di Carrara supplies it as blocks, slabs of 2 and 3 cm, tiles and cut-to-size elements, in the finishes typical of this family: polished, honed, flamed, leathered, bush-hammered. Recommended applications: suitable for interior and exterior applications. Blocks reach about 270 × 140 cm. Indicative price: from € 90/m² · polished 2 cm slabs, ex works Carrara, VAT excluded.
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About Cardinal Red
Cardinal Red is a striking granite originating from the pristine quarries of Finland, renowned for its bold and warm aesthetic. The stone features a dominant deep red hue, ranging from brick to raspberry tones, set within a generally coarse and uniform grain structure. Its visual impact is defined by this rich coloration, with minimal veining, offering a solid and dignified appearance suitable for high-end architectural projects. Ideal for both interior cladding and exterior facades, it complements contemporary and classical designs alike. Cardinal Red is available in polished or honed finishes, enhancing its natural depth. At Marmi di Carrara srl, we supply this exceptional Finnish granite as raw blocks, precision-cut slabs in 2 cm and 3 cm thicknesses, and custom cut-to-size pieces. We provide detailed photos of the actual slabs available for purchase, ensuring transparency and confidence for architects and designers sourcing Cardinal Red granite from Finland.
Typically a coarse-grained igneous rock characterized by a prominent red feldspar matrix, often interspersed with darker amphibole or biotite minerals.
Dominant tones measured on our photo
Where to use Cardinal Red
| Interior floors | Excellent |
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| Wall cladding | Excellent |
| Kitchen worktops | Excellent |
| Bathrooms and wet areas | Excellent |
| Exterior paving and façades | Excellent |
| Frost exposure | Excellent |
| Back-lighting | Not suitable |
General guidance for the granite family. The right thickness, finish and treatment for Cardinal Red are confirmed on your project.
Weights and logistics
| Thickness (mm) | about 27 kg/m² |
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| Thickness (mm) | about 54 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 81 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 108 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 135 kg/m² |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 2 cm | about 292 kg |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 3 cm | about 437 kg |
| 20-foot container (about 27 t) | about 500 m² of 2 cm slabs |
Weights are calculated from the typical density of the stone family; the packing list of each shipment states the real weight.
Finishes for Cardinal Red
Polished
Mirror-like gloss that brings out colour and veining at full depth. The classic choice for walls, tops and interior floors; slippery when wet.
Honed
Smooth and matt, with a soft satin look. Hides small scratches and etching better than a polish and is safer underfoot.
Leathered
A brushed texture on hard stones: matt, lightly textured and very good at hiding fingerprints and water marks on worktops.
Bush-hammered
A rough, pitted surface made with a toothed hammer. Maximum slip resistance for exterior paving, ramps and steps.
Flamed
A thermal finish that makes the crystals burst and leaves a rough, non-slip surface. The standard for exterior granite.
Care and maintenance
- Clean with water and a neutral detergent; hard stones tolerate everyday use very well.
- Sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and on honed, leathered or flamed finishes.
- Avoid waxes and film-forming products that leave a layer on the surface.
- Outdoors, an occasional wash with a pressure cleaner at moderate pressure restores the colour.
- Hot pans, knives and frost are not a problem for most stones of this family; use trivets anyway to protect sealers.
How to order
- Send sizes, thickness, finish and destination with the form.
- We reply with photos of the lots available now and a written offer.
- You approve the slabs or the block; for large projects we prepare a dry-lay.
- Cutting, finishing, quality check and packing in wooden crates or bundles.
- Shipping worldwide from Carrara, with packing list and documents.
Cardinal Red photo gallery
Every photo has its own page with tones, details and technical sheet.
Similar stones
Other granite materials in red tones to compare.
More stones from Finland
Archipelago Red · Arctic Brown · Arctic Green · Arctic Red · Arctic White · Arcticum Red · Artic Green · Artic White · Ataraksia · Aurora · Balmoral Red (Coarse Grained) · Balmoral Red, Fine-Grained · Baltic Brown · Baltic Green FG · Baltic Green S. G. · Baltic Mahogany · Beaver Brown · Blazing Black · Carmen Red · Coffee Brown · Dragon · Eagle Red · Esko Brown · Finlandia Brown · Flame Creek · Flamenco · Forest Pearl · Fox Brown · Fox Brown Dark · Inari White · Järppilä Rosa · Kajaani Grey · Karelia Beige · Karelia Red · Karelian Green · Korpi Black · Korpilahden Musta · Kuru Grey · Kuru Red - Brown · Kurun Musta
Shipping and returns
Shipping cost depends on weight and distance and is stated in the written offer; within Italy it starts from € 300 per shipment. Goods can be returned within 14 days: a 30% restocking fee applies and the return transport is paid by the customer. Pieces cut to size cannot be returned.
Questions and answers
Where does Cardinal Red come from?
Cardinal Red comes from Finland.
How much does a slab of Cardinal Red weigh?
A 2 cm slab of this stone family weighs about 54 kg per square metre; a 3 cm slab about 81 kg.
Is Cardinal Red suitable for kitchens and bathrooms?
Typical uses of granite are kitchen worktops, exterior paving and cladding, stairs, high-traffic floors. For kitchen tops we recommend a suitable finish and sealing: tell us your project and we advise the right solution.
Which finishes can I have on Cardinal Red?
The finishes normally used on this stone family are polished, honed, flamed, leathered, bush-hammered. The finish is chosen according to where the stone goes: polished or honed indoors, textured finishes where grip is needed.
Can Cardinal Red be used outdoors?
For the granite family our guidance for exterior paving and façades is: excellent; for frost exposure: excellent. We confirm thickness and finish on your project and climate.
How do I clean and protect Cardinal Red?
Use water and a neutral detergent; sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and textured finishes.
How big are the blocks of Cardinal Red?
Blocks reach about 270 × 140 cm; slab sizes depend on the block actually quarried.
Do slabs of Cardinal Red all look the same?
No. Natural stone changes from block to block and even within the same block. This is why we send photographs of the lots available at the moment of the offer, and book-match slabs from the same block when the design needs it.
How much does Cardinal Red cost per m²?
Indicative price from € 90/m² for polished 2 cm slabs, ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, thickness, finish and quantity: send the form with your sizes and we reply with photos of the lots available and a written offer.