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Golden Macaubas Quartzite

Quartzite

Golden Macaubas

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
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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 Golden Macaubas up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this quartzite unique.

Sun-kissed quartzite from Brazil's legendary Macaubas quarries — flowing honey-gold warmth with delicate blue-grey mineral accents.

Golden Macaubas quartzite radiates the warmth of a Brazilian sunrise. Quarried in the renowned Macaúbas region of Bahia and the Gouveia area of Minas Gerais, this celebrated stone belongs to one of the most prestigious quartzite families in the world. Its rich, flowing bands of honey-gold, warm amber, and soft cream create a luminous, sun-kissed surface that fills any room with natural warmth and radiance. Also known as Giallo Macaubas, Amarelo Macaubas, or Evora Gold, this stone has earned a devoted following among designers worldwide. Its vibrant golden colouring comes from iron oxide minerals distributed through the quartz-rich matrix during millions of years of metamorphic transformation. Delicate veins of deeper brown and subtle blue-grey trace organic paths through the golden ground, adding depth and sophistication. Harder than granite, resistant to heat, scratches, and acid etching, Golden Macaubas combines sun-drenched beauty with serious kitchen-grade durability. In2stone's craftsmen take special pride in working with Golden Macaubas. The warm tones demand careful grain matching to ensure seamless visual flow across joins, and our team's experience with the Macaubas family means we understand exactly how to bring out the best in every slab.

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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Golden Macaubas Quartzite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Golden Macaubas

What colours are visible in Golden Macaubas quartzite?
Golden Macaubas features flowing bands of rich honey-gold, warm amber, and soft cream as its dominant palette. Woven through this warm golden base you'll find delicate veins of deeper brown and subtle blue-grey that add depth and sophistication. The overall effect is luminous and warmly radiant — like sunlight captured in stone. The golden colour intensity can vary between slabs, adding to each piece's uniqueness.
What kitchen cabinet colours complement Golden Macaubas quartzite?
Golden Macaubas brings tremendous warmth, so it pairs beautifully with both complementary warm tones and contrasting cool ones. Dark walnut, rich espresso, or warm oak cabinetry amplifies the golden warmth for a cosy, inviting kitchen. For contrast, navy blue, charcoal grey, or crisp white cabinets allow the golden tones to really glow. Avoid competing warm-toned countertops — let Golden Macaubas be the warm element in the room.
Is Golden Macaubas part of the famous Macaubas quartzite family?
Yes — Golden Macaubas is one of the most celebrated members of Brazil's legendary Macaubas quartzite family. The family includes Blue Macaubas, Fantasy Macaubas, Calacatta Macaubas, and White Macaubas, among others. These stones are quarried from related geological formations in Bahia and Minas Gerais and share exceptional metamorphic characteristics, though each has its own distinctive colour identity.
How does Golden Macaubas quartzite perform in kitchens compared to marble?
Golden Macaubas vastly outperforms marble in kitchen applications. At Mohs 7+, it is roughly twice as hard as most marbles. It resists acid etching — so lemon juice, vinegar, and wine will not leave marks the way they damage marble within minutes. It handles hot pan placement without scorching and is far more scratch-resistant. You get a warm, luxurious natural stone aesthetic with genuine kitchen-grade toughness.
How do you look after Golden Macaubas quartzite worktops?
Seal annually with a quality impregnating stone sealer to maintain optimal stain protection. For daily cleaning, use warm water with a mild pH-neutral soap and a soft cloth. Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners. The golden tones in Golden Macaubas are actually quite forgiving with everyday marks and minor imperfections — they blend into the warm, varied surface far more easily than they would on a white stone.
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"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