Granite from India

Tan Brown

Tan Brown is a dark brown Indian granite with black and grey crystals and a classic kitchen look. At ROSSITTIS it is used for worktops, stairs, tiles and hard-wearing interior and exterior surfaces.

Granite India 2.700 kg/m³
Available as: Slabs, Skirting, Paving slabs, Tiles and flooring slabs · 3 of 145 reserved

Other trade names: RO-01-475, RO-01-604

About Tan Brown

Tan Brown is one of the internationally best-known brown granites, because it strikes exactly the right balance between warmth, robustness and recognisability. The material shows a dark brown to chocolate-coloured ground tone, plus black and grey crystalline inclusions that make the appearance lively without becoming restless. On kitchen worktops, stairs, floors and window sills in particular, this makes Tan Brown look warm and of good quality without becoming ornamental. As a brown granite it is a genuine classic in the market.

In stock

Current availability from our warehouse.

145 slabs in stock — 142 available now, 3 reserved · plus 46 blocks

Thicknesses: 1–6 cm · Finishes: Polished, Satin-honed, Polished, reverse lapatura® and more · Available as: Slabs, Skirting, Paving slabs, Tiles and flooring 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 2.700 kg/m³
Druckfestigkeit 189,7 MPa
Biegezugfestigkeit 13,5 MPa
Wasseraufnahme 0,20 %

Suitability by application

Particularly suited to

Finishes

Tan Brown 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.

Polished, reverse lapatura®

A slab usable on both sides: a polished face with the highest possible colour intensity and a reverse side with the lapatura® finish (brushed and then polished for a wet-look effect). Two design-led surface characters on a single slab — a flexible option for demanding architecture.

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

Tan Brown should be impregnated after installation, particularly on kitchen worktops and dark floor areas. The water absorption of 0.11–0.3 % is low, but an impregnation still noticeably eases cleaning and care.

For cleaning and care, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners, water and a soft microfibre cloth are enough. On polished dark surfaces, limescale, grease and water residues should not be allowed to dry on.

Avoid aggressive specialist chemicals and strongly abrasive pads. Oil, coffee, wine and coloured foods should be removed promptly from worktops so that the surface stays calm and clear.

Outdoors, good drainage, regular cleaning and the right finish help to preserve the technical strength visually over the long term as well.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tan Brown suitable for the kitchen?

Yes. Tan Brown reaches a bulk density of 2,690–2,710 kg/m³, a compressive strength of 181.83–197.5 MPa and a water absorption of 0.11–0.3 %. That makes it a very well suited granite for kitchen worktops.

Which surface finishes are available for Tan Brown?

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

Where does Tan Brown come from?

Tan Brown comes from India, above all from the Karimnagar area in Telangana. The stone is one of the country's best-known brown export granites.

How do I clean Tan Brown correctly?

For cleaning and care, pH-neutral natural stone cleaners and a soft cloth are enough. On dark polished surfaces, grease and limescale residues should not be allowed to dry on.

Is Tan Brown frost-resistant?

Tan Brown is widely used for interior and exterior applications. With its low water absorption and high strength it is well suited to many exterior components, provided the finish and build-up are right.

Tan Brown or Brown Antique – which is better?

Tan Brown looks more classic and somewhat calmer, Brown Antique darker and more metallic. For a proven brown kitchen look, Tan Brown is often the safer standard choice.

What does Tan Brown 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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