Granite from Portugal

Branco Real

Pedras Salgadas, also known on the market as Pedras Salgadas, is a white-grey Portuguese granite with a quiet, fine-grained structure. At ROSSITTIS it is used for façades, stairs, worktops and pale interior and exterior surfaces.

Granite Portugal Frostbeständig Säurebeständig 2.618 kg/m³
Available as: Slabs

Other trade names: RO-01-084

About Branco Real

Pedras Salgadas belongs to the restrained pale granites that work less through contrast than through calm. The ground colour lies between white, light grey and a slight cream tone. Added to this are fine darker biotite points that keep the surface lively without becoming restless. For façades, stairwells, window sills or bright kitchens that is precisely what is attractive: a stone that appears friendly and high-quality without becoming loud.

In stock

Current availability from our warehouse.

3 slabs in stock · plus 1 block

Thicknesses: 2 cm · Finishes: Polished · Available as: Slabs

Updated daily from our live stock.

Technical data

Guide values for the stone type, taken from manufacturer and test reports. Natural stone is a natural product — individual batches and slabs can differ. For critical applications, request slab-specific test data.

Rohdichte 2.618 kg/m³
Druckfestigkeit 103,5 MPa
Biegezugfestigkeit 17,0 MPa
Wasseraufnahme 0,21 %
Frostbeständig Ja
Säurebeständig Ja

Suitability by application

Particularly suited to

Finishes

Branco Real is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.

Polished

Polishing is the most classic finish in the hard stone segment — a mirror-smooth, high-gloss surface with the highest possible colour intensity and maximum depth effect in the mineral structure. As an acid-resistant silicate stone, polished granite is easy to care for and the first choice for kitchen worktops, wall claddings and prestigious exposed surfaces.

Care & fabrication

Pedras Salgadas should be sealed on kitchen and wet surfaces, even though at about 0.21 % water absorption the stone is already quite dense. This makes cleaning and maintenance easier and reduces the penetration of oil, coffee or coloured liquids.

For cleaning and maintenance, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners, water and a soft microfibre cloth are sufficient. On pale granites, routine cleaning is usually straightforward, but regular follow-up cleaning is nevertheless worthwhile.

Avoid abrasive pads and aggressive cleaners not approved for natural stone. Outdoors, a suitable choice of finish, good drainage and proper installation matter more than strong chemistry.

Where Pedras Salgadas is used outdoors, it remains very dependable and friendly in effect over the long term with normal care and clean construction.

Frequently asked questions

Is Pedras Salgadas suitable for a kitchen?

Yes. With around 2,618 kg/m³ bulk density, about 0.21 % water absorption, 103.5 MPa compressive strength and 17.0 MPa flexural strength, Pedras Salgadas is well suited to kitchen worktops.

Which finishes are available for Pedras Salgadas?

The surface finishes currently held in stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.

Where does Pedras Salgadas come from?

Pedras Salgadas comes from Portugal, from the Trás-os-Montes region. On the market the stone is also known under the name Pedras Salgadas.

How do I clean and care for Pedras Salgadas?

For cleaning and maintenance, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners and a soft cloth are sufficient. A sealer makes sense above all for kitchens and wet areas.

Is Pedras Salgadas frost-resistant?

Yes, the stone is regularly used for interior and exterior applications. The low water absorption of about 0.21 % clearly speaks for good external capability with proper construction.

Pedras Salgadas or Blanco Alba?

Pedras Salgadas often appears somewhat warmer and finer, Blanco Alba somewhat cooler and more technical. Technically both lie in the dependable pale granite segment.

What does Branco Real 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.

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