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Paradiso (Old)

Origin: India (South India)
Material: Natural granite (dense, exterior grade)

Paradiso (Old) is a classic multicolor granite program stone known for its grey base with warm pink/burgundy mineral tone and darker movement. It reads as premium yet familiar in memorial markets—strong enough for repeat B2B supply, while still offering visible character on the face.

Visual Character (Color & Pattern)

Tone: grey–pink / burgundy mix with black mineral accents

Pattern activity: medium; natural “flow” / soft linear movement; direction can vary by lot

Texture: medium grain; looks balanced on both small and large faces

Finishing Behavior

Polished / Gloss: increases contrast (grey–pink field vs. darker movement), gives a clean premium sheen—best for primary faces and showroom presentation

Honed / Matte (if specified): calmer, more architectural look with reduced glare—good for bases, side elements, and large surfaces

Engraving & Readability

Best practice: polished inscription fields for crisp lettering and portrait work

If movement is strong in a specific area, layout planning is recommended for large portrait/text zones

Recommended Applications (Memorial / B2B)

Uprights, slants, ledgers, bases, multi-piece sets

Good choice for programs where clients want color presence but still a classic, respectful palette

Why It Works for Partners (B2B)

Recognizable program color (stable demand; easy to sell as “classic multicolor”)

Premium appearance without being exotic → good conversion in showrooms/catalogs

Production-friendly: consistent overall character; suitable for repeat programs and repeat orders

Technical Data (supplier card format)

Mohs hardness: 6–7

Density: 2.6–2.7 g/cm³

Water absorption: 0.15–0.30%

Frost resistance: 300 cycles

Heat resistance: up to 600°C

Acid resistance: High

Re-polishing: Yes

Abrasion / wear index: 0.12

Quality & Matching Notes

Natural variation: tone, movement intensity, and movement direction vary by lot

For matched sets / repeat orders: request the same block/lot to align tone and pattern direction