Apache Quartzite
Apache quartzite is an exotic natural Brazilian rock known for its beauty and durability.
Characteristics
- Composition: Apache quartzite is predominantly composed of quartz, one of the hardest minerals, giving it high resistance and durability. It may contain small amounts of other minerals that contribute to its color and texture variations.
- Appearance: Apache quartzite has a unique and attractive appearance, with patterns and veins that vary in shades of orange, brown, and gray. It features a predominantly gray background with veins and spots ranging from orange to brown, creating a striking and dynamic visual effect.
- Texture: The texture of Apache is generally uniform, with a surface that can be polished to achieve an intense shine or left with a matte finish for a more rustic look.
Uses
- Indoor Applications: Due to its resistance and beauty, Apache quartzite is widely used in kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, floors, wall cladding, and fireplaces.
- Outdoor Applications: It is also suitable for external use in facades, pool areas, floors, and staircases, due to its resistance to weathering and durability.
Extraction Locations
Apache quartzite is exclusively extracted in the south of Bahia, a region known for its geologically rich formations of ornamental rocks. The deposits in this area are favored by tectonic activity and natural processes that contributed to the formation of this type of rock.
Care and Maintenance
- Cleaning: To maintain the beauty of Apache quartzite, regular cleaning with water and neutral soap is recommended. Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaning products that can damage the surface.
- Sealing: It is advisable to periodically seal the surface of the quartzite to protect against stains and liquid infiltration. The frequency of sealing may vary depending on the use and exposure of the rock.
- Damage Prevention: Use trivets for hot pots and cutting boards to prevent damage caused by heat or direct impacts.
Installation
The installation of Apache quartzite should be carried out by qualified professionals to ensure a perfect and durable finish. It is important to ensure that the surface where the rock will be installed is leveled and properly prepared.
Technical Analysis
- Geological Classification: Apache quartzite belongs to the group of quartzites, metamorphic rocks formed from the recrystallization of sandstone.
- Resistance and Durability: With hardness superior to that of granite, Apache quartzite is highly resistant to scratches and impacts, making it ideal for high-traffic and intensive use areas.
Historical Information
The use of quartzite in construction and decoration dates back to ancient times due to its durability and attractive aesthetics. In Brazil, Apache quartzite has gained popularity in national and international markets, standing out for its unique beauty and superior properties.
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Apache is a type of yellow quartzite extracted with a mixture of red and white in Brazil by SuperClássico
| PETROGRAPHY CLASSIFICATION | QUARTZITE | |
| NORMA | TESTS | RESULTS |
| ABNT NBR 12766 | Water Absortion | 0,14% |
| ABNT NBR 12766 | Apparent Dry Density | 2676 kg/m³ |
| ABNT NBR 12767 | Compressive Strength83 | 83 mpa |
| ABNT NBR 12763 | Flexural Strength | 4,06 mpa |
| Abrasion Strength | 0,007 (cm²/cm³) | |
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Classification
Type: QUARTZITE
About
Apache is a type of yellow quartzite extracted with a mixture of red and white in Brazil by SuperClássico
Composition
Surface Finishings
Polished
It is the “shiny” surface that results in the plate when receiving the complete finish, that is, until the last grain. Depending on its composition, the polished material may have a higher or lower brightness intensity.
Brushed
It is the resultant surface in the sheet when it receives roughing treatment performed by steel brushes or synthetic materials. Different brushing models can be executed, with greater roughness, medium and few.
Soft Leather
It is the resultant surface in the sheet when it receives roughing treatment performed by steel brushes or synthetic materials. Carried out with a brush of low roughness, which gives it a lightly textured look like fabric.
Flamed
It is the resultant surface in the plate when it receives heat treatment (burned with torch specially developed for the function) that takes out small flakes of the same, making the surface slightly irregular producing the impression that it is rustic.
Honed
It is the resultant surface on the sheet when receiving abrasive grinding wheels up to the grain 120. This grain defines the surface finish limit either as anti-slip or even for the application of resin and subsequent polishing.
Leather Finish
It is the resultant surface in the sheet when it receives roughing treatment performed by steel brushes or synthetic materials. Depending on the type of brushes used you can still reproduce in some materials a surface with a design similar to natural leather.
