CRS Marble & Granite sources a lot of exclusive exotic stones and carries an inventory of more than 400 colors of quartz, quartzite, granite, soapstone, marble, and our own newly launched line of CRS Quartz. Sometimes homeowners bring in samples and swatches to match a new stone with existing cabinets and paint colors, or they use our design center and specialists to find samples right in our showroom. Sometimes, however, homeowners come in wanting that wow factor in their homes. Exotic stones fit the bill because they are naturally custom pieces, born of the earth. These stones, like all of our product offerings, display consistent color and are never dyed or altered in any way. One of our newest and most exotic quartzites is Jacaranda, mined and shippe to us through our relationship with an ecofriendly Brazilian mine named Gramazini.
Jacaranda wows through its movement and the dominant velvet red tones supplemented with charcoal black and brilliant gold. Perfect for any quartzite application like indoor countertops, shower walls, outdoor kitchens, and fireplace surrounds, it also is beautiful as a feature wall. Without a doubt, Jacaranda is one of the rarest, most spectacular stones in our collection. Its strength and diversity allow it to be finished in a variety of ways – leathered, polished, or honed. For a contemporary look, pair Jacaranda with white or gray Shaker-style cabinetry. When going traditional, Jacaranda works well with cherry or maple cabinetry. Like any quartzite, it is very hard, non-porous, and heat resistant.
Jacaranda is not the only exotic stone we offer at CRS Marble & Granite. Our partnership with the Gramazini quarry enables us to also offer Azurite, Lucent, Alexandrita, Fusion, and many other stones. Choosing one of these exotics will provide a one-ofa-kind look in your home. Other partnerships, including a sole distributorship with LG Viatera Quartz, allows us to offer a wide selection of engineered quartz stones, too, so homeowners can achieve just the perfect color and look they are seeking. Drop in to tour our showroom or schedule a design consultation. We will be waiting for you and will have a specialist on hand to showcase new ideas for your home.
Sunny Surana is president of CRS Marble & Granite with four locations in the U.S., including Raleigh, and two locations overseas. He has been sourcing high-quality stones from remote international quarries for more than twenty years in this family-business-turned-international success model. See Jacaranda quartzite plus other exotic stones in the 60,000-square-foot Raleigh showroom at 7521 Exhibit Court or call 919-784-9282. Learn more at www.crsgranite.com.