Ijen Blue Quartzite
Ocean Azure Vein-Cut Honed Quartzite for Luxury Architectural Installations
Sourced from select international quarries, Ijen Blue Quartzite captures the essence of Indonesian ocean heritage through vein-cut honed surfaces revealing deep azure, soft teal, and cream mineral flows. Each 20mm slab is precision-calibrated for architectural installations including luxury hotel reception counters, statement kitchen countertops, and bespoke residential furniture for villas, penthouses, and high-end hospitality projects worldwide.
Technical Specifications
- Material
- Natural Quartzite
- Origin
- International (Selected Quarries)
- Color
- Ocean Azure with Soft Teal and Cream Veining
- Slab Size
- 290 × 170 cm (114 × 67 inches)
- Thickness
- 20mm (30mm available on request)
- Density
- 2,620 kg/m³
- Water Absorption
- 0.18%
- Compressive Strength
- 175 MPa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ijen Blue Quartzite?
Ijen Blue Quartzite is a natural quartzite with vein-cut honed surfaces revealing ocean azure, soft teal, and cream mineral flows. Named after Indonesia Ijen volcano region, this stone captures tropical water heritage and is suited for luxury hospitality and contemporary residential projects.
How does Ijen Blue Quartzite compare to marble?
Ijen Blue Quartzite has a Mohs hardness of 7, making it significantly more durable than marble for kitchen and high-traffic applications. Quartzite requires less maintenance than marble, resisting scratches, etching, and stains far better while offering similar visual elegance.
What finishes are available for Ijen Blue Quartzite?
Ijen Blue Quartzite is available in nine finishes: Polished, Honed, Leathered, Bush-hammered, Sandblasted, Brushed, Antique, Tumbled, and Sawn. Honed is most popular for kitchen countertops; polished works well for hotel reception counters and luxury feature walls.
What is the typical slab size and thickness?
Standard Ijen Blue Quartzite slabs measure 290 × 170 cm (114 × 67 inches) with consistent 20mm calibrated thickness. 30mm thickness is available on request for high-traffic commercial installations. Each slab receives factory honing and epoxy resin treatment.
How does Ijen Blue Quartzite compare to Elegant Blue Quartzite?
Both are premium blue quartzites with luxury positioning. Ijen Blue Quartzite has more uniform ocean-azure veining with subtle teal and cream flows; Elegant Blue Quartzite features bolder bookmatched navy and royal blue patterns. Choose Ijen Blue for understated luxury; Elegant Blue for high-impact feature statements.
Is Ijen Blue Quartzite suitable for kitchen countertops?
Yes, Ijen Blue Quartzite is excellent for kitchen countertops. With Mohs hardness 7, low water absorption (0.18%), and high compressive strength (175 MPa), it resists daily wear far better than marble. Honed finish with annual sealing is recommended for optimal long-term performance.
Can Ijen Blue Quartzite be backlit for feature walls?
Yes, Ijen Blue Quartzite is well-suited for backlit feature walls and reception counters. Its translucent mineral structure allows LED panels behind honed slabs to reveal flowing azure patterns. This technique is commonly specified for luxury hotel lobbies and high-end residential installations.
What is the price range for Ijen Blue Quartzite?
Ijen Blue Quartzite is positioned in the premium luxury stone tier. Pricing depends on slab dimensions, finish selection, quantity, and project-specific requirements. Contact our team for detailed quotations including freight, customs clearance, and on-site delivery for international projects.