Camouflage is a Brazilian quartzite with a brown-grey, cream-coloured figure and a deliberately lively surface. At ROSSITTIS we carry it for feature walls, bathrooms, fireplaces and interiors in which natural stone is meant to show visible character.
Camouflage does not carry its name by chance. The surface lives from an irregular mixture of brown, grey, cream and warm earth nuances, which reads almost like a layered landscape or a camouflage pattern. The material is therefore not a calm background stone but a deliberately decorative quartzite. Anyone looking for a smooth, controlled surface is in the wrong place here. Anyone wanting geological movement and individuality in a space gets exactly that.
The stone comes from Brazil and is traded internationally as a decorative brown quartzite. Typical of quartzite is a dense, hard and scratch-resistant structure. More important for planning than individual guide values, however, is the character here: Camouflage lives from its image. Every slab will turn out differently, and precisely this scatter has to be wanted. In the right application that is a clear advantage, because no surface reads as interchangeable.
The stone is particularly strong on vertical surfaces, in bathrooms, on fireplace cladding, on counter fronts or as an eye-catcher in residential and commercial settings. Camouflage can also work as a floor or stair where the strong figure suits the space. At ROSSITTIS, Camouflage is available as a raw slab, tile, wall cladding, stair tread, window sill, vanity top and for further made-to-measure internal components.
Compared with calm brown natural stones, Camouflage reads as markedly more animated and more artistic. Against engineered quartz or ceramic with a printed decor, the stone remains more unpredictable and livelier. That is precisely what makes it appealing, but also more planning-intensive.
The honest assessment: Camouflage is not a stone for every surface. In small rooms or on too many components at once, the figure can become too dominant. Used deliberately as an accent quartzite, on the other hand, it is very strong.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
10 slabs in stock · plus 2 blocks
Thicknesses: 2 cm · Finishes: Polished, Satin-honed · Available as: Slabs
Camouflage 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.
Satin-honed
The surface is brushed — softer minerals are removed in a targeted way, creating a slight depth and a matt appearance. Veined quartzites gain a special character in this way. Acid-resistant and scratch-resistant, easy to care for in daily use — a popular alternative to a polish in modern kitchens and living spaces.
Care & fabrication
As a quartzite, Camouflage is markedly less sensitive than marble: hard, scratch-resistant and largely resistant to acids. On heavily used working surfaces a professional sealer is nonetheless sensible, because it reduces the ingress of moisture, oils and colouring agents.
For cleaning and care, pH-neutral stone cleaners and soft cloths are suitable. Aggressive sanitary chemicals and abrasive products are not necessary and should be avoided.
Colouring agents, greases and cosmetics should be removed promptly. Gentle, regular cleaning keeps the surface looking good permanently.
Thanks to its hardness, Camouflage is also suitable for heavily used areas including the kitchen; with a more porous batch, the sealer is the decisive protection.
Frequently asked questions
Is Camouflage suitable for the kitchen?
Yes. As a quartzite, Camouflage is hard, scratch-resistant and more acid-resistant than marble, and therefore well suited to heavily used surfaces. A sealer gives additional protection against staining.
How much does Camouflage vary from slab to slab?
Very markedly. This variation is precisely part of the material and should be deliberately allowed for in selection and cutting.
How do I clean and care for Camouflage?
For cleaning and care, use pH-neutral stone cleaners and soft cloths. A sealer on heavily used surfaces is sensible; abrasive products are to be avoided.
Where does Camouflage come from?
Camouflage is traded as a decorative brown quartzite from Brazil.
Where does Camouflage work best?
The stone is particularly strong on walls, on vanity tops, on fireplace cladding and on selected feature surfaces.
Camouflage or a calm brown natural stone?
Camouflage is considerably more animated and more decorative. Calm brown natural stones read as more restrained and are easier to integrate into large surfaces.
What does Camouflage 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.
