Azul Marinho
Quartzite · Brazil · photos on request
In brief. Azul Marinho is a blue quartzite from Brazil. 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 Azul Marinho
Azul Marinho is a striking blue quartzite quarried in Brazil, prized for its deep, consistent hue and fine-grained texture. The stone displays a smooth, homogeneous surface with subtle linear veining that adds depth without compromising its vivid colour. Its durability makes it ideal for both interior and exterior applications such as flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and outdoor paving. Recommended finishes include polished for a high‑shine look or honed for a softer, matte appearance. Marmi di Carrara supplies Azul Marinho in robust blocks and 2‑3 cm thick slabs, offering cut‑to‑size services and real‑time photos of actual slabs before purchase.
Typically a dense, blue quartzite with a uniform coloration.
Where to use Azul Marinho
| 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 Azul Marinho 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 Azul Marinho
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 Azul Marinho
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 blue tones to compare.
More stones from Brazil
Acqua Verde · Agua Santa · Amarelo Antico · Amarelo Brasil · Amarelo Capri · Amarelo Colonial · Amarelo Icarai · Amarelo Laranjeiras · Amarelo Merouca · Amarelo Ornamental · Amarelo Paraiso Light · Amarelo Paraiso dark · Amarelo Persa · Amarelo Real · Amarelo Selvagem · Amarelo São Francisco · Amarelo São Francisco Real · Amarelo Tombas · Amarelo Veneziano · Amarelo Vicenza · Amazonas Green · Amendoa Missi · Amparo · Améndoa Capixaba · Aquarius Red · As de Paus · Asa Branca · Atibaia · Aves · Azul Bahia · Azul Guanabara · Azul Palmares · Azul Paramirim · Azul Pegaso · Azul Quati · Barracuda · Bege Amendoa · Bege Saara · Bianco Regina · Bianco Rubelita
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 Azul Marinho come from?
Azul Marinho comes from Brazil.
How much does a slab of Azul Marinho weigh?
A 2 cm slab of this stone family weighs about 54 kg per square metre; a 3 cm slab about 81 kg.
Is Azul Marinho 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 Azul Marinho?
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 Azul Marinho 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 Azul Marinho?
Use water and a neutral detergent; sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and textured finishes.
Do slabs of Azul Marinho 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 Azul Marinho?
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.