Achill Quartzite
Quartzite · photos on request
In brief. Achill Quartzite is a white quartzite. 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, leathered. Typical uses: kitchen worktops, feature walls, flooring, exterior cladding.
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About Achill Quartzite
Achill Quartzite is a natural quartzite quarried in Ireland, known for its predominantly white colour and distinctive granular texture. This durable stone often displays subtle veining and occasional mineral inclusions, giving each slab a unique character. Its high hardness and resistance to weathering make it ideal for both interior and exterior applications, including kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, wall cladding, and flooring. A honed or brushed finish enhances its natural matte appearance, while a polished finish reveals a subtle sheen. Marmi di Carrara supplies Achill Quartzite in blocks, slabs of 2 or 3 cm thickness, and cut-to-size pieces, always providing photographs of the actual slabs before purchase to ensure complete satisfaction.
Achill Quartzite is a metamorphic quartzite typically exhibiting a white to light grey groundmass with subtle granular texture and occasional iron oxide staining.
Where to use Achill Quartzite
| 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 | Limited |
General guidance for the quartzite family. The right thickness, finish and treatment for Achill Quartzite 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 Achill Quartzite
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.
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.
Photos of Achill Quartzite
Natural stone changes from block to block, so we photograph the lots we have in stock at the moment of your request. Send the form with your sizes and we reply with real photographs of the slabs or blocks available.
Similar stones
Other quartzite materials in white tones to compare.
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 Achill Quartzite come from?
Ask us for the origin of the lots of Achill Quartzite available now.
How much does a slab of Achill Quartzite weigh?
A 2 cm slab of this stone family weighs about 54 kg per square metre; a 3 cm slab about 81 kg.
Is Achill Quartzite suitable for kitchens and bathrooms?
Typical uses of quartzite are kitchen worktops, feature walls, flooring, exterior cladding. 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 Achill Quartzite?
The finishes normally used on this stone family are polished, honed, leathered. The finish is chosen according to where the stone goes: polished or honed indoors, textured finishes where grip is needed.
Can Achill Quartzite be used outdoors?
For the quartzite 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 Achill Quartzite?
Use water and a neutral detergent; sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and textured finishes.
Do slabs of Achill Quartzite 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 do I get a price for Achill Quartzite?
Prices depend on the selection, thickness, finish and quantity. Send the form with your sizes: we reply with photos of the lots available and a written offer.