On hand at our Los Angeles yard: 5 slabs of Calacatta, a 2 cm white with semi-white, ivory, and grey quartzite from Brazil in a polished finish. Lot 1005790 measures about 128″ × 79″.

This slab

The recorded size of a slab in this lot is 128″ × 79″, about 70 square feet. Thickness is 2 cm. The color on record is white with semi-white, ivory, and grey. Natural stone still varies inside that description, so the slab itself is the reference for movement and shade. This material is recorded as quarried in Brazil.

The polished finish is reflective and lets the color read clearly. Two centimeters is a standard slab thickness for counters, vanities, and wall cladding.

In the yard

Lot 1005790 at our Los Angeles yard shows 5 slabs in stock, none on hold, and 5 slabs available. Available means in stock minus slabs on hold.

The slabs can be compared in daylight at our Los Angeles yard before anything is cut.

Where it works

For this kind of stone, the usual applications are kitchen countertops, islands, and vanities. The right use still depends on the finish, the thickness, and how the slab will be cared for after it is installed. Inspiration photos show this stone in a Kitchen.

The material

Quartzite begins as sandstone and is metamorphosed into a hard, quartz-rich stone. It is chosen for kitchens and islands when a project wants marble-like movement with more scratch and heat resistance than marble. Density and absorbency still vary by quarry, so sealing should be confirmed on the slab in front of you, not assumed from the name. Movement can change across one lot, which is why the pieces are best compared side by side in daylight.

About Calacatta

Calacatta Quartzite, primarily quarried in the Bahia region of Brazil, is a sophisticated natural stone celebrated for its striking resemblance to classic Italian marble. It features a luminous ivory-white to soft gray background, elegantly traversed by bold, fragmented veining in shades of charcoal, silver, and occasional honey-gold. Geologically distinct from the marble it mimics, this metamorphic rock offers superior hardness and resistance to scratching and etching, making it an ideal choice for high-traffic kitchen countertops. Interestingly, while its appearance suggests delicate luxury, its crystalline structure is so dense that it is often used in demanding outdoor applications.