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Cristallo Quartzite

Quartzite

Cristallo

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 Cristallo up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this quartzite unique.

Colour:

Cream Gold

Style:

Exotic Natural Polished

A gem-like translucent quartzite with crystalline facets and honey-gold veining — born to be backlit.

Cristallo quartzite is one of the most celebrated natural stones for its striking translucent quality. This luminous Brazilian quartzite features a pale ivory-white base with large, faceted crystalline formations and delicate veining of warm honey-gold and soft brown-grey tracing organic paths across the polished surface. Scattered rose-brown mineral accents add subtle colour depth. When backlit, Cristallo transforms into something truly magical — the translucent crystalline structure glows with an inner luminosity that no opaque material can replicate. Beyond its visual magic, Cristallo is harder and more durable than granite, exceeding even the renowned Taj Mahal Quartzite in hardness. This means it handles kitchen heat, scratches, and daily wear without issue, making it one of the rare stones that offers both extraordinary beauty and genuine practical performance. The crystalline patterns give each slab a gem-like quality — as though a precious stone had been sliced open to reveal its inner structure. In2stone offers Cristallo to customers who want their worktop to be more than a functional surface — they want a piece of natural art. Our stonemasons take special care with translucent stones, ensuring clean cuts that preserve the crystal clarity and positioning each slab to maximise the interplay of light and mineral.

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 Cristallo quartzite. From template to installation, In2stone handles everything — so you can enjoy your new surface without the stress.

Cristallo Quartzite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Cristallo

Can Cristallo quartzite be backlit?
Yes — Cristallo is celebrated specifically for its translucent quality. When backlit, the crystalline structure glows with an inner luminosity that creates a truly magical effect. It's one of the most popular quartzites for backlit kitchen islands, bar tops, and feature walls.
How hard is Cristallo quartzite compared to other white stones?
Cristallo is harder than granite and even harder than the celebrated Taj Mahal Quartzite. Its Mohs 7+ hardness means it resists scratches, heat, and daily wear with ease. Despite its gem-like translucent appearance, it's one of the toughest natural stone worktop options available.
What does Cristallo quartzite look like without backlighting?
Without backlighting, Cristallo presents a luminous pale ivory-white base with large faceted crystalline formations and delicate honey-gold and brown-grey veining. Scattered rose-brown mineral accents add subtle colour depth. It's beautiful as a standard worktop — the backlighting option is a bonus, not a requirement.
What's the difference between Cristallo and Cristallo Extra?
Cristallo Extra is a premium 'Extra' grade selection that offers even greater clarity and more refined, subtle veining. While standard Cristallo is already exceptional, the Extra grade represents the highest quality slab selection from the quarry — the very best of the best.
Where is Cristallo quartzite quarried?
Cristallo is quarried in Brazil — the world's leading source of exotic quartzite. The name 'Cristallo' (Italian for crystal) reflects the stone's distinctive crystalline translucency. The geological conditions that create this remarkable see-through quality are relatively rare, making Cristallo a genuinely special natural stone.
★★★★★
"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