Cardinal Red is a striking granite originating from the pristine quarries of Finland, renowned for its bold and warm aesthetic. The stone features a dominant deep red hue, ranging from brick to raspberry tones, set within a generally coarse and uniform grain structure. Its visual impact is defined by this rich coloration, with minimal veining, offering a solid and dignified appearance suitable for high-end architectural projects. Ideal for both interior cladding and exterior facades, it complements contemporary and classical designs alike. Cardinal Red is available in polished or honed finishes, enhancing its natural depth. At Marmi di Carrara srl, we supply this exceptional Finnish granite as raw blocks, precision-cut slabs in 2 cm and 3 cm thicknesses, and custom cut-to-size pieces. We provide detailed photos of the actual slabs available for purchase, ensuring transparency and confidence for architects and designers sourcing Cardinal Red granite from Finland.
Petrographic description
Typically a coarse-grained igneous rock characterized by a prominent red feldspar matrix, often interspersed with darker amphibole or biotite minerals.
Cardinal Red is a Granite quarried in Finland, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICFIGR00408. Its dominant tone is red.
Like every granite, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: polished, honed, flamed, bush-hammered, leathered. Typical applications: kitchen worktops, exterior cladding and paving, stairs, monuments, high-traffic floors.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
FAQ
Is Cardinal Red suitable for outdoor use?
Granite: excellent for façades, paving and stairs in any climate. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Cardinal Red per m²?
Indicative price from €90/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Cardinal Red shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
