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Acqua Mare Quartzite

Quartzite

Acqua Mare

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

Our quartzite 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 quartzite to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

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

Style:

Veined Natural Matte

Serene silver-grey clouds drift across this luminous Brazilian quartzite, evoking calm coastal mornings.

Acqua Mare quartzite captures the tranquil beauty of dawn breaking over a still sea. Quarried in the Pindobaçu region of Bahia, Brazil, this extraordinary natural stone features a soft silver-grey base with flowing swirls of dove-grey and white that create gentle, cloud-like formations across the polished surface. Delicate charcoal veins trace organic paths through the luminous base, with subtle olive-gold threads adding unexpected warmth to the cool palette. As a true quartzite — one of nature's hardest worktop materials at Mohs 7 — Acqua Mare delivers beauty without compromise. It resists heat, scratches, and acidic kitchen spills with ease, making it a genuinely practical choice for busy family kitchens. Its pale, reflective surface brings light and space to any room, working beautifully with both contemporary and coastal-inspired interiors. At In2stone, we love how Acqua Mare proves that understated natural stone can be just as breathtaking as the most dramatic exotics. Our stonemasons take particular pride in working with stones like this, where clean cuts and invisible joins let the stone's quiet elegance speak for itself.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

5 out of 5

Stain Resistance

3 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

5 out of 5

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Get a free, no-obligation quote for Acqua Mare quartzite. From template to installation, In2stone handles everything — so you can enjoy your new surface without the stress.

Acqua Mare Quartzite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Acqua Mare

What does Acqua Mare quartzite look like?
Acqua Mare features a luminous silver-grey base with soft, flowing swirls of dove-grey and white, traced by delicate charcoal veins and subtle olive-gold threads. The overall effect is calm and cloud-like — a serene, understated natural stone with real depth and character.
What kitchen styles suit Acqua Mare quartzite?
Acqua Mare's cool grey palette and gentle movement make it a natural fit for contemporary, Scandinavian, and coastal-inspired kitchens. It pairs beautifully with white or pale grey cabinetry, brushed steel hardware, and light timber accents. Its reflective quality brings light into darker spaces.
How durable is Acqua Mare quartzite for a busy kitchen?
Extremely durable. With a Mohs hardness of 7, quartzite is harder than granite and significantly harder than marble. Acqua Mare resists scratches, heat from hot pans, and acidic spills from lemon juice, wine, and vinegar without etching — making it one of the most practical natural stone choices for kitchens.
Where is Acqua Mare quartzite from?
Acqua Mare is quarried in the Pindobaçu region of Bahia, Brazil — one of the country's most important quartzite-producing states. Brazilian quartzite is renowned worldwide for its exceptional hardness, vivid natural colouring, and dramatic geological character.
How do you care for Acqua Mare quartzite worktops?
Daily cleaning is simple — warm water with a mild pH-neutral soap and a soft cloth. We recommend sealing your quartzite worktops annually to maintain optimal stain resistance. Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners, and use chopping boards and trivets as good practice to protect the sealant.
★★★★★
"Excellent Service and Beautiful Results - Highly Recommended! I recently had In2stone install new quartz worktops in my kitchen, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was completely stress-free. The team was not only competitively priced but also incredibly friendly and professional throughout the entire process. They handled everything seamlessly - removing the existing sink, hob, and old laminate worktops before fitting the new quartz surfaces. The finished worktops are absolutely beautiful and have transformed my kitchen into a modern, minimalist space that I love spending time in. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. I'm a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend In2stone to anyone considering new worktops. Well done to the entire team - you've exceeded my expectations!"
— Ashley ChapmanGoogle 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."

Olivia Tett

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."

Carly Rielly