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Texas Sunset Red Granite
Texas Sunset Red Granite is a distinctive, large-grained granite quarried from Granite Mountain, an exfoliation dome in Marble Falls, Texas. Its vibrant pink-to-red coloration, often with subtle black markings, is attributed to high concentrations of alkali feldspars, particularly orthoclase feldspar. This Proterozoic-aged stone is a prominent feature of the Llano Uplift.
- Quarry
- Marble Falls, Llano County, Texas
- Mohs hardness
- 7–7.5
- Water absorption
- 0.09%
- ASTM spec
- ASTM C615
- Installed price
- $60–$90/sq ft installed
- Slab price
- $10–$20/sq ft slab
- Finishes
- Polish, Diamond® 8, Bush Hammer, Diamond® 5, Diamond® 200, Diamond® 300, Rub & Sand, Split, Diamond® 10, Thermal, Diamond® 100, Textured, Flamed, Honed
- Applications
- Countertops, flooring, exterior cladding, memorials, landscaping, building stone
- USA distributors
- Coldspring; Alamo Stone; Granite Countertop Warehouse; CRS Marble and Granite
- Maintenance
- Granite is a durable stone, but it is recommended to seal it annually to protect the surface. For daily cleaning, use a pH-neutral cleaner, warm water, and mild dish soap with a soft cloth or sponge.