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India Red

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

India Red is a classic red program granite with a warm, saturated base and fine black/grey mineral grains. It reads rich and formal in polished finish and is widely used in memorial production where families want a strong red tone with reliable outdoor performance.

Visual Character (Color & Pattern)

Tone: Deep red / brick red

Pattern activity: Low to medium; fine dark mineral speckling, generally uniform across large faces

Texture: Fine to medium grain; clean, consistent reading at distance

Finishing Behavior

Polished / Gloss: Brings maximum depth and a strong “jewel-like” red; best for monument faces and showroom programs

Honed / Matte (if specified): Softer, more architectural red; reduces glare on bases/sides

Engraving & Readability

Recommended: Polished inscription fields for crisp lettering and portrait work

Dark grains can affect micro-contrast in specific zones → layout planning is recommended for portraits and large text blocks

Recommended Applications (Memorial / B2B)

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

Strong option for red programs, military-style layouts, and traditional families choosing a bold, lasting color

Why It Works for Partners (B2B)

Program-friendly red: stable demand and consistent market recognition

Production-ready: controlled pattern supports repeat orders

Strong presentation: polished red photographs well and elevates display rows

Technical Data (supplier / referenced data)

Mohs hardness: 6–7

Density: 2.6–2.7 t/m³

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: red tone saturation and grain density can vary by quarry block / lot

For matched sets or repeat programs, request same lot/block to align tone and pattern across pieces

Always review slab photos for portrait/inscription zones before production