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Vanga Granite

Granite

Vanga

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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Full Service — Installation

Our granite range is available with full supply, templating, fabrication and installation across Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Chichester, Southampton and the surrounding area, with our services extending to Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Dorset and Berkshire . The reach of our installation service depends on the type of project — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Supply & Fabrication — UK Wide

Outside our installation area? We can fabricate granite to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Vanga up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

Style:

Speckled Natural Polished

Scandinavian heritage granite over 2.5 billion years old — a powerful, energetic red from Sweden's Skåne region, quarried continuously since the 1920s and prized for its deep potassium-feldspar warmth.

Vanga granite carries 2.5 billion years of Scandinavian geological heritage. Quarried from the historic Vånga quarry in Sweden's Skåne region — a site in continuous operation since the 1920s — this commanding stone features a powerful, energetic background of warm brick red, terracotta, and light brown tones. The warm base is intricately and densely fragmented by dark charcoal and deep brown crystalline flecks, creating a classic, highly forgiving pattern that has made Vanga one of Northern Europe's most enduring natural stones. The deep, powerful red colour comes from potassium feldspar — the mineral that defines Scandinavian red granites. Vanga's particular shade sits between the warmth of brick and the richness of wine, creating a tone that feels both ancient and timeless. The Vånga quarry has supplied this stone to architectural projects across Scandinavia for over a century, and its reputation for consistent quality has earned it heritage status in the Swedish stone industry. In2stone offers Vanga for customers who appreciate the story and provenance of their materials. This is a stone with a century of quarrying history, 2.5 billion years of geological heritage, and a warmth that no modern material can replicate. The red granite palette creates kitchens of extraordinary warmth and character — a bold alternative to the grey and black stones that dominate the market. Pair with cream or oak cabinetry for classic Scandinavian warmth, or charcoal units for dramatic red-on-dark contrast. Our craftsmen honour Vanga's heritage with precision fabrication worthy of this extraordinary ancient stone.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

4 out of 5

Stain Resistance

3 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

4 out of 5

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Vanga Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Vanga

What does Vanga granite look like?
Vanga features a powerful, energetic background of warm brick red, terracotta, and light brown tones, densely fragmented by dark charcoal and deep brown crystalline flecks. The overall effect is of deep, commanding warmth — a classic red granite pattern that is both forgiving and characterful. The potassium feldspar minerals create a rich red that feels both ancient and timeless.
How old is Vanga granite?
Vanga granite is approximately 2.5 billion years old — formed during the Precambrian era when the Earth's early continents were still taking shape. The Skåne region of Sweden contains some of the oldest exposed rock formations in Europe. When you install Vanga granite, you are bringing a piece of genuinely ancient geological history into your home.
Where is Vanga granite quarried?
Vanga is quarried from the historic Vånga quarry in the Skåne region of southern Sweden. The quarry has been in continuous operation since the 1920s — over a century of production from a single, remarkable deposit. Skåne's ancient Precambrian bedrock provides the geological foundation for this red granite, which has been used in Swedish architecture and infrastructure for generations.
What kitchen styles suit Vanga granite?
Vanga's warm red palette creates kitchens of extraordinary warmth and character. Cream or natural oak cabinetry delivers classic Scandinavian warmth. Charcoal units provide dramatic red-on-dark contrast. The stone suits traditional, rustic, country, and heritage-inspired kitchens where warmth and character are paramount. It also works surprisingly well in bold contemporary spaces where red becomes a confident design statement.
Are red granites rare?
Red granites are less common than grey, black, or white varieties. The deep red colour requires specific concentrations of potassium feldspar — a mineral that is not uniformly distributed in all granite formations. Scandinavian quarries in Sweden, Finland, and Norway produce some of the world's finest red granites. Vanga's century of continuous quarrying speaks to both the quality and the reliable supply of this particular deposit.
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"We decided to get bespoke granite work tops for our new kitchen and have to say that we are over the moon with them. From the outset, Ian was very professional when selecting the stone, he listened to what we wanted, went through all of the possibilities that we could have for our worktops and went through the process in detail once we had made a decision. The templateing and fitting was carried out by an incredibly professional and helpful team run by Kev, who knew exactly what they were doing and just got on and made my kitchen look amazing. I would highly recommend In2stone for a helpful, knowledgeable and professional service from start to finish."
— Nicky HavardGoogle Review

Why Choose Us

Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

The edge profiles and seamless joins other suppliers say they can't do? We do them every week.

"Other quartz suppliers weren't able to offer the ogee edging I wanted — In2stone could."

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The Quote Is the Price

No hidden costs, no surprises. We consistently beat competitor quotes — even online discounters decline to match us.

"Beat 6 other companies by a mile. Even an online company that claims to beat any quote declined to."

Dean Fitzpatrick

Ian Answers the Phone

No answering machines or sales scripts. You'll speak to the people who'll actually work on your project.

"Ian always answered the phone or called me back — and that was before we even decided to use him."

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