Juparana Colombo is a pink-beige Indian granite with cloudy, flowing movement and a warm, classic effect. At ROSSITTIS it is used for stairs, tiles, window sills and worktops whenever a lively warm hard stone is sought.
Migmatit
India
Frostbeständig
Säurebeständig
2.597 kg/m³
Available as: Slabs, Skirting, Paving slabs, Tiles and flooring slabs ·
1 of 235 reserved
Other trade names: Colombo Juparana Granite, OBA, RO-01-020, RO-01-679
About Juparana Colombo
Juparana Colombo is a stone for projects that seek warmth and movement without tipping into restlessness. The material shows pink, beige, light grey and in places yellowish-brown zones in a cloudy, flowing image. Unlike evenly grained granites, Juparana Colombo lives from structure and transitions. On stairs, floors, window sills and worktops it therefore appears very lively while remaining harmonious enough for large areas. It is precisely this mixture that has made the stone a sought-after classic in the granite market for years.
The stone comes from India, from Tamil Nadu, and is clearly carried in the trade as a granite. That is exactly how it is planned as well: as a robust warm hard stone for interior and external applications. Compared with Ivory Fantasy, Juparana Colombo usually appears somewhat more strongly patterned; compared with Rosa Porrino, less dotted and more classically flowing. For projects with more movement than a standard granite but more everyday suitability than a limestone, that is a very strong intermediate position.
The technical values support this broad use: the bulk density is 2,570–2,623 kg/m³, the compressive strength 154.8–164 MPa, the flexural strength 12.0–13.6 MPa and the water absorption 0.18–0.26 %. In addition, the material is regarded as frost-resistant and, under normal conditions, acid-resistant. Juparana Colombo is therefore well suited to interior and external applications where the lively structure is wanted in design terms. For stairs, façades, floors and kitchen worktops that is a solid profile.
Polished intensifies the colouring and the cloudy flow image most clearly. The finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down this page. Brushed surfaces can be interesting where the movement is meant to be perceptible but not high-gloss. At ROSSITTIS, Juparana Colombo is available as a raw slab, in tiles, as a stair tread and riser, window sill, skirting, wall cladding and as a kitchen worktop.
The honest assessment: Juparana Colombo is not a stone for minimalist, strictly calm projects. Its strength lies in movement, warmth and a classic dimension stone effect. Anyone looking for exactly that gets a hard stone with plenty of character that is suitable for everyday use. Anyone needing maximum homogeneity should rather stay with calmer grey or black granites.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
235 slabs in stock — 234 available now, 1 reserved · plus 96 blocks
Thicknesses: 0.8–6.1 cm · Finishes: Polished, Satin-honed, Honed C120 and more · Available as: Slabs, Skirting, Paving slabs, Tiles and flooring slabs
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.
Juparana Colombo 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.
Satin-honed
The satin surface is created by brushing, which selectively removes softer minerals and gives the surface a slight depth. A matte appearance with subtle light reflection and a warm feel to the touch. Easy to maintain, insensitive to scratches and suited to everyday use — a popular alternative to a polish in modern kitchens and living spaces.
Honed C120
A matt appearance created by coarse honing with C120 grit — the level surface shows a more restrained colour intensity than polished and can carry visible honing marks. Compared with a polish it is more maintenance-intensive but stylistically calmer; the preferred choice for modern interior architecture with reduced reflection.
Flamed + brushed once
The surface is roughened by heat and brushed once to smooth sharp-edged mineral residues and remove loose material. The feel is somewhat gentler than purely flamed, it remains slip-resistant, and the colour is less intense than polished. The standard choice for outdoor areas, terraces and heavily used floor areas.
Care & fabrication
Juparana Colombo should be sealed after installation, particularly on kitchen worktops and pale joint patterns. The sealer makes cleaning and care easier and supports an even everyday appearance.
For cleaning and care, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners, warm water and a soft cloth are enough. On polished surfaces, greasy or limescale residues should be removed regularly.
Avoid strongly abrasive products and aggressive special cleaners without natural stone approval. Coffee, oil or coloured foods should not be left to act on worktops unnecessarily long.
Outdoors, clean drainage, regular cleaning and a suitable finish are decisive. Frost is less of a problem with this stone than visual soiling on textured surfaces.
Frequently asked questions
Is Juparana Colombo suitable for a kitchen?
Yes. Juparana Colombo reaches a bulk density of 2,570–2,623 kg/m³, a compressive strength of 154.8–164 MPa, a flexural strength of 12.0–13.6 MPa and water absorption of 0.18–0.26 %. It is therefore readily usable as a kitchen worktop.
Which finishes are available for Juparana Colombo?
The finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does Juparana Colombo come from?
The stone comes from Tamil Nadu in India. In the market it is carried as a granite; petrographically it is a migmatite.
How do I clean Juparana Colombo correctly?
For cleaning and care, a pH-neutral natural stone cleaner is sufficient. On polished and warm-toned surfaces in particular, grease and limescale residues should not be allowed to dry on.
Is Juparana Colombo frost-resistant?
Yes. Juparana Colombo is regarded as frost-resistant and, with a suitable finish, is well suited to external applications such as stairs, steps and façade areas.
Is Juparana Colombo really a granite?
In the trade yes, petrographically no. Juparana Colombo is a migmatite. What is decisive for use is that it behaves like a robust hard stone and is established in the granite market.
What does Juparana Colombo 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.