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Taj Mahal Quartzite

Quartzite

Taj Mahal

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

Style:

Veined Natural Polished

Champagne-cream warmth with gentle golden veining — timeless regal elegance drawn from 600 million years of geological artistry.

Taj Mahal Quartzite is amongst the most celebrated natural stones in the world, and for good reason. Its soft, pale champagne-cream base radiates old-world warmth, while gentle, flowing formations of warm beige, subtle rose-brown, and delicate gold create sweeping crystalline movement across the polished surface. Named after the famed Mughal palace — a monument to eternal beauty — this stone carries its namesake's promise of refined, timeless elegance into every space it graces. Quarried in Ceará and Minas Gerais, Brazil, Taj Mahal belongs to a celebrated family of crystalline quartzites traded under names including Perla Venata, Perla Santana, Matira, and Naica. At over 600 million years old, these stones carry within their crystalline structure an almost unfathomable depth of geological time. Mohs 7 hardness and porosity below 0.5% deliver the practical resilience that justifies Taj Mahal's position as one of the most specified natural stones for premium kitchen installations worldwide. Available in polished, honed, and leathered finishes. In2stone has always regarded Taj Mahal as one of the finest all-round quartzites available — beautiful enough for the most discerning designer, tough enough for the busiest family kitchen. Its warm, palace-inspired palette pairs exquisitely with rich walnut or warm grey cabinetry, champagne gold hardware, and soft natural textures. Whether as a full kitchen worktop run, an elegant island, or a sophisticated bathroom vanity, our craftsmen ensure every installation honours this legendary stone with precision-cut joins and impeccable finishes.

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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Taj Mahal Quartzite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Taj Mahal

Why is Taj Mahal quartzite so popular for kitchen worktops?
Taj Mahal quartzite has earned its worldwide popularity through a rare combination of exceptional beauty and outstanding practicality. Its warm champagne-cream palette with gentle golden veining offers a timeless elegance that complements almost any kitchen design, while its Mohs 7 hardness, low porosity, and resistance to scratching, heat, and etching mean it performs brilliantly in real working kitchens. It delivers the luxury of marble with none of the practical compromises — a genuinely best-of-both-worlds natural stone.
What colours and textures does Taj Mahal quartzite have?
Taj Mahal quartzite features a soft, pale champagne-cream base with gentle, flowing formations of warm beige, subtle rose-brown, and delicate gold veining. The surface has a beautiful crystalline quality with a faceted, light-catching texture that sets it apart from flatter, more uniform stones. The warm neutral palette shifts subtly in different lighting — warmer and more golden under ambient light, cooler and more refined in natural daylight.
Is Taj Mahal quartzite better than marble for kitchens?
For practical kitchen use, Taj Mahal quartzite significantly outperforms marble. At Mohs 7, it is more than twice as hard as marble (3-5), meaning it resists scratches from knives and cookware. Crucially, it does not etch from acidic foods — lemon, wine, tomato sauce, and vinegar can sit on the surface without leaving marks. Its porosity below 0.5% also means it absorbs less than marble. You get the warm, refined aesthetic of premium marble with the rugged confidence of a kitchen-ready natural stone.
Where is Taj Mahal quartzite quarried?
Taj Mahal quartzite is quarried in the Ceará and Minas Gerais states of Brazil. It belongs to a celebrated family of crystalline quartzites and is traded under several alternative names including Perla Venata, Perla Santana, Matira, and Naica. These ancient deposits are over 600 million years old, formed when quartz-rich sandstones were metamorphosed under extreme heat and tectonic pressure. Brazil's quartzite-producing regions yield some of the world's most prized natural stone.
What finishes can Taj Mahal quartzite be supplied in?
Taj Mahal quartzite is available in three main finishes: polished (high-gloss surface that enhances the stone's warmth and crystalline sparkle), honed (smooth satin finish that hides fingerprints and gives a more understated elegance), and leathered (textured, tactile surface with an organic, warm quality). Each finish significantly changes the stone's character. Polished is most popular for kitchens, while honed and leathered are increasingly chosen for contemporary and rustic designs respectively.
★★★★★
"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