Ambra Dorata is an amber-coloured Brazilian quartzite with linear banding and a warm effect both outdoors and indoors. At ROSSITTIS it is used for floors, stairs, wall claddings and external surfaces, wherever a golden-brown stone with the hardness of a quartzite is called for.
Other trade names: Ambra Dorato Quartzite, RO-08-042
About Ambra Dorata
Ambra Dorata lives on warmth and direction. Its colouring moves between amber, golden brown, honey and sandy tones, often in clear linear bands. This makes the stone read not as diffuse but as ordered and architectural. On larger floor areas, stairs or wall claddings in particular, this produces a warm, high-grade surface with a markedly natural character.
The stone comes from Brazil, from Bahia, and is listed in the trade as a quartzite, described petrographically more precisely as a quartzitic sandstone. For practical application the trade classification is decisive: on the market, Ambra Dorata stands for a hard, quartz-rich stone with strong competence both outdoors and indoors. Compared with soft limestones or travertines it is markedly more resistant; compared with cool grey quartzites, noticeably warmer and more Mediterranean in expression.
Thanks to its quartz-rich structure, Ambra Dorata is of great interest for internal and external applications, even though the same depth of published individual test values is not always available as for standard quartzites. Typical and decisive for the specifier are its high hardness, good weathering resistance and great suitability for floor, stair and wall applications.
The finishes currently available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down this page. At ROSSITTIS, Ambra Dorata is available as a raw slab, as tiles, as treads and risers, window sills, skirtings, worktops, wall cladding and for external projects.
The frank assessment: Ambra Dorata is not a neutral stone, nor a purely technical external covering. Its strength lies in the warm, banded natural stone effect with genuine quartzite performance. Where precisely that mixture is called for, the material is very strong.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
3 slabs in stock · plus 2 blocks
Thicknesses: 1 & 1.3 cm · Finishes: Polished · Available as: Tiles and flooring slabs
Ambra Dorata is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
Polished
Polishing is the most classic finish for quartzite — a glossy surface with the highest possible colour intensity and a pronounced sense of depth. Depending on the mineral composition, the effect can be satin-gloss in places. As a silicate rock it is fully acid-resistant and scratch-hard — ideal for kitchen worktops and feature surfaces.
Care & fabrication
As a quartz-rich stone, Ambra Dorata is comparatively easy to look after, but should nevertheless be sealed on worktops and in bathrooms. That makes cleaning and care easier and reduces staining.
For cleaning and care, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners, water and a soft cloth or brush are sufficient. Aggressive cleaners are usually not necessary.
In the kitchen, oil, coffee and coloured liquids should nevertheless not be allowed to dry on. Even robust quartzites benefit from regular maintenance cleaning.
Outdoors, clean drainage, suitable finishes and a proper substructure matter more than special chemistry. Textured surfaces are often the best choice there.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ambra Dorata suitable for a kitchen?
Yes, very much so. As a quartz-rich stone, Ambra Dorata is markedly more robust and more capable in everyday use than marble or limestone.
What finishes are available in Ambra Dorata?
The finishes currently available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does Ambra Dorata come from?
Ambra Dorata comes from Brazil, from Bahia, where it is one of the warm, quartz-rich natural stones with clear banding.
How do I clean Ambra Dorata correctly?
For cleaning and care, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners and regular maintenance cleaning are sufficient. A sealer is sensible on worktops and in wet areas.
Is Ambra Dorata suitable for external use?
Yes. The stone is very well suited to internal and external walls, floors, stairs and other external applications.
Ambra Dorata or travertine?
Ambra Dorata is harder, denser and markedly more robust. Travertine often reads as lighter and more porous, but is more care-intensive in external and kitchen applications.
What does Ambra Dorata cost?
The price depends on the batch, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — with natural stone there is no serious flat rate per square metre. Business customers see prices once their B2B account is activated; private customers receive a complete quote through a fabricator near them.
