Engineered quartz

Caesarstone® Quarz 3141 Osprey

Caesarstone® 3141 Osprey is an engineered quartz surface from the speckled 3-series of the Israeli manufacturer Caesarstone. The polished slab shows a warm cream to pale beige ground tone with an evenly distributed fine speckling in darker grey, rust and ochre-brown tones – a calm, mineral sandstone or terrazzo feel. At ROSSITTIS we fabricate the large-format slabs into warm-toned kitchen worktops, vanity units, wall claddings, interior stairs, window sills and made-to-measure interior components.

Engineered quartz material from the speckled Caesarstone 3-series (Caesarstone Ltd., Israel), based on high-purity natural quartz aggregates (≈ 90–93 % quartz, ≈ 7–10 % polyester resin) – not a naturally formed stone. Variant 3141 “Osprey” with a warm creamy base tone and a dense, evenly distributed fine speckling in grey, rust and ochre-brown tones.

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Available as: Slabs, Skirting

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About Caesarstone® Quarz 3141 Osprey

Background. Caesarstone was founded in 1987 in Kibbutz Sdot Yam in Israel and is regarded as one of the pioneers of industrial engineered quartz slab production. The company produces its slabs by the Bretonstone® vacuum vibro-compaction process and has been among the globally leading brands in this material segment for decades. The version presented here, 3141 Osprey, comes from the 3-series, in which Caesarstone gathers its finely speckled, evenly dotted grades with a sandstone and terrazzo feel – the design counterpart to the single-colour 2-series slabs, the industrial 4-series Concrete slabs, the marble-inspired 5-series grades and the dramatically veined 6-series slabs.

Material build-up. A classic Caesarstone quartz slab consists of around 90–93 % natural quartz (SiO₂), about 7–10 % polymer binder on a polyester resin base as well as pigments and mineral additives. In the 3-series grades, Caesarstone deliberately composes the speckling from differentially pigmented quartz grains in several colour tones, which are evenly distributed in the polyester resin matrix. Quartz has a Mohs hardness of 7 (against calcite marble at Mohs 3) – which makes engineered quartz slabs considerably more scratch-resistant, more acid-resistant and free of pores. In spring 2024, alongside the classic quartz line, Caesarstone brought the Mineral™ line to market, in which a large part of the crystalline quartz was replaced by other mineral aggregates – this change is a direct response to the global discussion of silicosis risk during fabrication; the grade documented here, 3141 Osprey, corresponds to the historical quartz mix.

The 3141 Osprey version. In design terms Osprey is a warm, calm grade in the Caesarstone portfolio. The ground tone is a pale, slightly warm cream beige – not bright white, not pronouncedly beige, but a balanced neutral natural tone. Over it lies a fine, evenly distributed speckling of somewhat darker grey, rust and ochre-brown mineral grains. The impression recalls a very finely patterned sandstone, a classic fine terrazzo or a high-quality textured paper in “sand”. The name “Osprey” refers to the pale, sand-coloured plumage tone of this bird. From a distance the slab looks calm and continuous; close up the dense grid of dots becomes apparent.

Format and fabrication. Caesarstone supplies the slabs in the standard format 306 × 144 cm as well as in the jumbo format 327 × 162 cm, in 2 and 3 cm thicknesses; individual lines also in 1.2 cm and 0.6 cm (Caesarstone Slim) for wall claddings and furniture fronts. The slabs can be cut, profiled, drilled and edge-worked with diamond tooling. Standard edges are square, chamfered (V-chamfer, 45°), rounded (R3, R5) and finished profile edges such as bullnose, half-round or a mitred edge joint for 90° corner connections.

Thermal and chemical properties. Engineered quartz is considerably more acid-resistant than marble, because the quartz aggregates themselves are inert to acid and the polyester accounts for only a small share of the volume. Even so: strongly concentrated acids (hydrochloric, sulphuric, nitric acid) and aggressive industrial chemicals attack the binder. Heat tolerance extends to roughly 150 °C for short periods; hot pots, frying pans or baking trays must never be set down directly on the surface, because direct point heat can cause discolouration or stress cracks. UV resistance is limited – the slab is clearly designed as an interior material and should not be permanently installed in fully sunlit conservatories or open loggias.

ROSSITTIS range. We carry 3141 Osprey as a polished large-format slab with stock depth. From it we produce kitchen worktops (standard and island), vanity tops, wall claddings (including kitchen splashbacks and bathroom walls), interior stairs with treads and risers, window sills, skirtings, bar counters, buffet and furniture tops as well as floor areas for high-quality living spaces. The warm creamy tone with its finely speckled dotting suits calm living concepts, Mediterranean architecture, hospitality interiors and hotel foyers in which the surface is meant to stay visually in the background.

Comparison. Within the Caesarstone family, Osprey stands for a calm sandstone feel in the warm beige spectrum. Stylistically related are 3142 Crocodile, 3030 Stellar Negro and 3142 Walnut – all 3-series grades work with even mineral speckling. Compared with the Calacatta-oriented 5-series slabs, any veining is absent – Osprey is deliberately a speckled, terrazzo-like look. Compared with genuine sandstones, the slab looks more controlled and less porous, but without their natural liveliness. Compared with CTX BasicAgglo marble agglomerates, acid and scratch resistance is considerably higher – Osprey is the right choice for the actual kitchen working surface.

Guarantee and brand. On its slabs in residential applications Caesarstone offers the “Caesarstone Forever” lifetime warranty, with clearly defined care and fabrication conditions. The brand is established Europe-wide among architects, interior fit-out contractors and premium kitchen studios.

An honest assessment. 3141 Osprey is a choice for clients and architects looking for a warm-toned, calm, finely patterned engineered-stone look that actively stays in the background and combines well with timber, fabric, Mediterranean wall colours and matt metal accents. Anyone who wants a dramatic material picture with veining, or an uncompromisingly single-colour solid white slab, is better served by other grades.

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Current availability from our warehouse.

107 quartz composite slabs in stock · plus 16 blocks

Thicknesses: 1.3–3 cm · Finishes: Polished · Available as: Slabs, Skirting

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Finishes

Caesarstone® Quarz 3141 Osprey is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.

Polished

A glossy surface with the highest possible degree of colour intensity — the standard finish in the engineered stone and engineered quartz segment. Easy to care for in everyday use and resistant to common household acids. A prestigious choice for kitchen worktops, wall claddings and exposed surfaces with a classic high-gloss character.

Care & fabrication

Cleaning. Day to day, warm water, a soft cloth or a clean mop and a neutral to mildly alkaline pH cleaner are enough. Soapy engineered-stone cleaners, mild all-purpose cleaners, mild washing-up foam and special engineered quartz care products are suitable. Caesarstone recommends its own care products (Caesarstone Cleaner) – these are not essential, but well matched. Wipe up spilled liquids – wine, coffee, juices, oil – promptly in everyday use.

Do not use. Concentrated acids (sulphuric, hydrochloric, nitric acid), cement and rust removers, paint strippers, oven cleaners, acetone, petrol, thinners, nitro cleaners and very strongly alkaline industrial cleaners are off limits – they can attack the polyester resin. Also avoid chlorine-based bleaches in high concentration. Do without abrasive pads (steel wool, green scouring pads); the polished surface is hard, but not invulnerable.

Impregnation. A classic natural stone impregnation is not required – engineered quartz is dense and free of pores in itself, water absorption is below 0.05 %. A sealer would tend to show up on the surface as a haze.

Kitchen. 3141 Osprey is a classic kitchen material. Despite its high material hardness and acid resistance the rule is: use chopping boards (knife marks can gradually leave the polyester resin dull), use trivets for hot pots and pans – direct point heat can cause local discolouration. On direct contact with a hot baking tray (above roughly 150 °C) there is a risk of stress cracks. The dishwasher must not be built in directly against the underside of the slab with full contact – heat protection is standard practice. On the speckled beige slab, dark stains (red wine, coffee, berry juice) and grease marks are less conspicuous than on a solid white slab; even so, the material is no invitation to let them stand.

Bathroom. In the bathroom, Osprey can be used as a vanity top, wall cladding, bath surround and shower. Do not use anti-limescale sprays and limescale-dissolving sanitary cleaners in high concentration; in the shower area wipe standing water away promptly so that no limescale film builds up. On the warm creamy slab, limescale rings are less visible as lighter shadows than on pure white grades, but they do show up in direct raking light.

Floors and stairs. The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down. Dirt-trapping mats at the entrance reduce the ingress of abrasive particles.

Outdoors and frost. Not suitable for exterior construction. The polyester binder yellows under UV radiation, and freeze-thaw cycles can cause micro defects. Nor is it to be recommended permanently in fully sunlit conservatories or open loggias.

Guarantee and repair. In residential use Caesarstone grants a lifetime warranty on material and fabrication defects (“Caesarstone Forever”), on condition of fabrication and care to standard by certified specialist firms. The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of material is Caesarstone® 3141 Osprey?

It is an engineered quartz surface from the speckled 3-series of the Israeli manufacturer Caesarstone. High-purity natural quartz aggregates (around 90–93 % by volume) are compacted with about 7–10 % polyester resin, differentially pigmented quartz grains and additives into large-format slabs using the Bretonstone® vacuum process. The 3141 version shows a warm creamy sandstone feel with a fine speckling.

How is the appearance of Osprey to be understood?

A warm, gently balanced cream beige ground tone with a dense, evenly distributed fine speckling in grey, rust and ochre-brown mineral tones. Stylistically the surface recalls a fine sandstone, a classic terrazzo or a high-quality sand-textured paper. From a distance the slab looks calm and neutral; close up the dense grid of dots becomes apparent.

What is Osprey good for in design terms?

For calm, warm interior concepts in which the working or wall surface is meant to stay visually in the background. The slab combines well with pale and mid-tone timber, Mediterranean wall colours (earth tones, natural white), fabric and felt accents, bronze and brushed steel. It is the more restrained sister of the dramatic 6-series or clearly white 2-series grades.

Which slab formats and thicknesses does Caesarstone offer?

Standard format 306 × 144 cm and jumbo format 327 × 162 cm, in 2 and 3 cm thicknesses. Individual lines are also available in thinner gauges (1.2 cm and 0.6 cm “Slim”) for lightweight wall claddings and furniture fronts.

What does the Caesarstone Mineral line mean and does it affect 3141 Osprey?

In spring 2024 Caesarstone introduced a new material generation with the “Mineral” line, in which a large part of the crystalline quartz was replaced by other mineral aggregates – in response to the international discussion of silicosis risk during fabrication. The grade documented here, 3141 Osprey, belongs to the classic quartz mix; a Mineral version can be checked on request, subject to availability.

Is 3141 Osprey suitable for kitchen worktops?

Yes, that is its core domain. Engineered quartz is more acid- and scratch-resistant than natural marble and marble agglomerates. Even so the rule is: use chopping boards and trivets for hot pans, because the polyester resin can react sensitively to point loads. Direct heat above roughly 150 °C can cause discolouration or stress cracks.

Which cleaners may I use?

Permitted are warm water, neutral to mildly alkaline stone care products, mild all-purpose cleaners and special Caesarstone care products. Off limits are concentrated acids, cement and rust removers, paint strippers, oven cleaners and strong solvents such as acetone, petrol or thinners. Abrasive pads should be avoided.

What guarantee does Caesarstone offer?

In residential use Caesarstone grants a lifetime warranty (“Caesarstone Forever”) on material and fabrication defects, on condition of fabrication and care to standard. The warranty is handled through authorised specialist firms; ROSSITTIS supports with the documentation. Exterior surfaces and fully sunlit interior areas are expressly excluded.

What does Caesarstone® Quarz 3141 Osprey cost?

The price depends on the format, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — 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.