Surf Green is a light Indian granulite from Warangal in Telangana (formerly Andhra Pradesh) with a creamy white ground mass, shot through with delicate green and yellowish undertones as well as warm brown, horizontally flowing vein bands. Internationally also listed as Typhoon Green Granite, Verde Typhoon, Warangal Green Granite or Green Surf — used for kitchen worktops, bar counters, wall claddings, floor surfaces, external façades and prestigious interior and exterior surfaces with a light, natural, almost oceanic appearance in the style of light premium granites.
Petrographically this is a granulite — an exceptionally rare metamorphic rock from the lower continental crust, documented in the Precambrian shields of India. Listed in the trade and in construction as a granite for years, since its technical behaviour corresponds to that of classic granites (high compressive strength, low water absorption, frost- and acid-resistant). From the Warangal quarry area in Telangana (southern India).
Other trade names: Green Surf Granite, Lemon Ice, Surf Green Granite, Typhoon Green Granite, Verde Typhoon Granite, Warangal Green Granite
About Surf Green
Surf Green is a light Indian granulite from the quarry area around the city of Warangal in the south Indian state of Telangana (formerly Andhra Pradesh) — one of the most important Indian natural dimension stone provinces. Warangal produces a great variety of Indian hard rocks for the international market, of which Surf Green is one of the well-known light grades with a delicate green tone. The marketing name “Surf Green” refers to the light green, almost foamy tonality of the stone, which recalls the surf of the sea or tropical beach water — an evocative commercial designation that does justice to the light, almost aquatic material signature. On the international market the stone is carried under several parallel trade names: Surf Green, Typhoon Green Granite, Verde Typhoon Granite, Warangal Green Granite and Green Surf.
Geologically, petrographically speaking, this is a granulite — an exceptionally rare metamorphic rock formed by very high pressure and temperature action in the lower continental crust. Granulites show a characteristically coarsely crystalline, granular microstructure and are classified in petrography as “granulite facies” rocks — they represent the deepest metamorphic stage reached in the Earth's crust, and are documented in the Precambrian shields of India, Scandinavia and Brazil. In the stone trade Surf Green is traditionally listed as a granite — the convention established on the international market for high-strength exotic hard rocks. The light creamy white to greenish ground mass consists predominantly of quartzitic-feldspathic mineral components — the delicate green tone results from chlorite- and epidote-rich mineral fractions, the warm brown vein bands from iron-oxide mineralisations.
Visually, Surf Green is defined by a light, almost aquatic, naturalistic material signature. Across a creamy white to light greenish ground mass, delicate green and yellowish undertones spread out, shot through with warm brown to ochre-coloured, horizontally flowing vein bands. The colour intensity is restrained — Surf Green is not a dramatically green statement stone like Avocadus or Verde Bamboo, but offers a subtle, almost watercolour-like light green appearance with warm accents. The structuring is directional — the metamorphic foliation of the rock creates a subtle direction of movement in the slab image. The slab variation is moderate — the overall appearance in every delivery is reliable, while individual slabs show differences in the green colour intensity and vein density. Polished Surf Green shows a smooth, slightly mirroring surface with a pleasing depth effect from the light tonality.
Technically, Surf Green behaves like a classic Indian hard stone. Quantitative data sheets with measured values are available only to a limited extent for this specific variety; the general properties of Indian granulites and granites from the Precambrian shield are, however, well documented: high compressive strength (typically 150 to 200 MPa), low water absorption (typically 0.1 to 0.3 %), high hardness, complete frost and acid resistance. This combination of properties qualifies the stone without restriction for intensive interior and exterior applications including kitchen worktops, heavily walked floor surfaces, paving and façade claddings. Like all granulites and granites, Surf Green is largely acid-resistant to household acids such as lemon juice, vinegar, wine and cola — a central advantage over marbles and limestones.
In interior construction, Surf Green is a proven choice for light, natural, fresh Mediterranean and contemporary architecture. Classic applications are kitchen worktops in design kitchens where a light green accent tonality is wanted, wall claddings, floor surfaces in entrance halls and living spaces, stair treads, skirtings, window sills and bar counters. The light creamy green tonality with its warm brown vein bands harmonises with numerous design concepts — from contemporary, fresh architecture with light timber and stainless steel through to classic Mediterranean rooms with warm timber tones and brass accents. Surf Green is a choice that is flexible in planning terms for design concepts wanting a subtle green tone without a dramatic statement character — the stone brings a calm, naturalistic atmosphere into rooms without appearing dominant. Outdoors, Surf Green finds use as façade cladding, plinth slabs, staircases, paving and pool surrounds — the frost and acid resistance typical of granite qualify it without restriction for Central European climatic conditions.
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Thicknesses: 3 cm · Finishes: Honed C120 · Available as: Slabs
Surf Green is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
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.
Care & fabrication
As an Indian granulite from the granite family, Surf Green is decidedly easy to care for. Indoors, warm water with a pH-neutral stone cleaning agent is sufficient for daily cleaning; aggressive household cleaners, descalers containing citric acid and abrasive sponges are unnecessary and should be avoided. On polished kitchen worktops an impregnation with a solvent-based impregnating agent suitable for light-ground hard rocks is advisable after laying and then every 2 to 3 years, in order to reduce the absorption of oil, grease and intensely coloured foods over the long term. With the light, creamy green ground tone, strongly colouring substances such as red wine, turmeric, olive oil or black berries can leave smaller local discolourations if left to act for a longer period — an appropriate impregnation reduces this risk considerably. Soiling should be taken up promptly, ideally within a few hours. Outdoors, regular cleaning with clear water and occasionally a soft brush is sufficient; where green growth appears in shaded locations, commercially available algae and moss cleaners can be used. Hot pots can be set down directly on the worktop — Surf Green is heat-resistant. De-icing salt in winter does not harm the stone and can be used.
Frequently asked questions
What does the designation “Surf Green” mean?
The marketing name “Surf Green” refers to the light green, almost foamy tonality of the stone, which recalls the surf of the sea (“surf”) or tropical beach water. The evocative commercial designation does justice to the light, almost aquatic material signature. Surf Green, Typhoon Green Granite, Verde Typhoon Granite, Warangal Green Granite and Green Surf are synonymous trade names for one and the same Indian granulite from Warangal in Telangana.
What is a granulite?
Granulite is an exceptionally rare class of metamorphic rocks formed by very high pressure and temperature action in the lower continental crust. Granulites show a characteristically coarsely crystalline, granular microstructure and are classified in petrography as “granulite facies” rocks — they represent the deepest metamorphic stage reached in the Earth's crust. In the stone trade, granulite is traditionally listed as a granite, since its technical behaviour corresponds to that of classic granites (high compressive strength, low water absorption, frost- and acid-resistant).
Is Surf Green suitable for kitchen worktops?
Outstandingly so. The properties typical of granite — acid resistance to lemon juice, vinegar and wine, high compressive strength (typically 150–200 MPa for Indian granulites), low water absorption and heat resistance — qualify Surf Green without restriction for intensively used kitchen worktops. The light creamy green look harmonises with numerous kitchen concepts — from rustic solid-timber concepts in oak or walnut through to classically elegant design kitchens with brass accents, and also to contemporary, fresh design concepts with light timber and stainless steel. An impregnation after laying and then every 2 to 3 years is recommended.
Is Surf Green suitable for external areas?
Outstandingly so. The frost and acid resistance typical of granite qualifies Surf Green without restriction for external applications in Central European climatic conditions. It is used for façade claddings, plinth slabs, staircases, paving, pool surrounds and entrance areas. On external surfaces that are walked on, the choice of a matt, structured finish is to be recommended. The light creamy green tonality appears particularly impressive under southern light and harmonises with warm rendered and timber façades just as well as with contemporary, modern architecture.
How does Surf Green differ from more dramatic green natural dimension stones?
Surf Green positions itself as the light, restrained green variant — unlike dramatically dark green statement stones such as Avocadus or Verde Bamboo, Surf Green shows a subtle, almost watercolour-like light green appearance with warm accents. The material signature is not dominant, but integrates harmoniously into numerous design concepts. Anyone looking for a strong green statement stone should reach for Avocadus, Verde Bamboo or Imperial Kerala Green; anyone wanting a subtle green accent tonality is in the right place with Surf Green.
Which slab formats are customary for Surf Green?
Standard large formats from the Indian quarries typically lie between 280 × 160 cm and 320 × 200 cm at thicknesses of 2 cm and 3 cm. Through ROSSITTIS, thinner formats are also sourced (1 cm for lightweight wall claddings), as well as skirtings and tile formats for floor surfaces. For specific dimensions please enquire directly.
What does Surf Green 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.
