Taj Mahal Quartzite FAQ

Taj Mahal is generally classified as a true quartzite: a metamorphic stone formed from sandstone, made mostly of quartz and much harder than marble. Some stones sold under quartzite names are actually dolomitic marbles that etch with acids, which is why we recommend a simple lemon-juice drop test on the actual slab you are buying. Genuine Taj Mahal should not etch.

Because it is quartz-based, Taj Mahal resists etching from lemon, vinegar and wine far better than marble. It is not completely stain-proof: like any natural stone it has some porosity, so slabs should be sealed after installation and re-sealed periodically. Dark oils and dyes should be wiped up rather than left to sit.

Quartzite is commonly rated around 7 on the Mohs scale, harder than granite's main minerals and much harder than marble (around 3). In practice this means good resistance to everyday scratching from knives, pans and keys, although cutting directly on the surface is still not recommended because it dulls knives.

Taj Mahal has a creamy ivory-to-beige background with soft taupe, grey and gold veining. Some blocks are calm and even; others show more pronounced movement or occasional darker mineral pockets. The variation is natural and is why we photograph and number every slab before it is confirmed.

Polished gives the brightest, most reflective surface and shows veining most vividly. Honed is matte and understated, and is popular for floors and relaxed kitchens. Leathered adds a soft texture that hides fingerprints and water marks and is the most forgiving in busy households. All three are available from our factory; see the individual finish pages for details.

Taj Mahal slabs are supplied in the industry-standard 2 cm and 3 cm thicknesses. Slab dimensions vary by block; we send the exact size of each numbered slab with its photo so you can plan your layout. Cut-to-size countertops, stair parts and tiles are made to your drawing.

Taj Mahal is a premium quartzite, and pricing depends on slab grade, thickness, finish, quantity and destination. Full-container orders are priced per square metre or square foot; small cut-to-size orders are quoted per project including packing and, if required, DDP delivery. Send us your quantity and destination for a current quotation.

We accept orders from a single kitchen or a few slabs. Small quantities ship by LCL (shared container) or by DDP door-to-door service with duties and customs clearance included. Distributors and fabricators usually order by full 20-foot container.

Full slabs are packed on steel A-frames in export bundles with protective padding. Cut-to-size pieces are packed vertically in fumigated wooden crates with foam between pieces. Every crate is labelled and photographed before loading.

The stone is quarried in Brazil. We import blocks and slabs and process them at our own factories in Shuitou, Fujian, China, where polishing, honing, leathering and cut-to-size fabrication are done. Our Xiamen office handles quotations, photos and export documents.

No. The name refers to the stone's warm ivory color, which recalls the famous marble monument. The Taj Mahal itself is built of Makrana marble from Rajasthan; Taj Mahal quartzite is a Brazilian stone with a completely different composition.

Yes. We can send a small sample tile in your chosen finish so you can check color and texture, followed by full-slab photos of the specific material available for your order.