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Maine Granite – Dark Harbor

Deer Isle Granite is a coarse-grained, intrusive igneous rock from the Deer Isle Pluton in Maine, primarily composed of feldspar, quartz, and biotite. It exhibits a classic color palette of pink/mauve, gray, and white with black mica flecks, and can also appear as a light-pinkish-gray/lavender. The stone is known for its consistent appearance with minimal movement.

Quarry
Crotch Island, Stonington, ME
Mohs hardness
6–7
Water absorption
0.22%
ASTM spec
ASTM C615/C615M-18
Installed price
$45–$100/sq ft installed
Slab price
$28–$67/sq ft slab
Finishes
Polished, Honed, Thermal, Leathered, Pointed, Bush-hammered, Six-cut
Applications
Countertops, flooring, facades, landscape items, monuments, exterior paving, interior paving
USA distributors
Boston Granite Exchange; StoneTrash; Stone Curators; Granite Importers
Maintenance
Granite is a highly durable natural stone. It is naturally a very dense stone but it is still a good idea to seal it once a year to protect your investment.