Santa Rosa granite is a classic solution for your patios, stairs, and corridors. It comes in a pink-gray color palette with black specks, and while it has a distinct character, it easily pairs with many color combinations.
The ready-made steps from flamed Santa Rosa granite are sized 120 cm x 33 cm x 1.8 cm. They are an extremely effective solution for your outdoor staircase.
Using flamed granite for outdoor stairs is an excellent choice for several important reasons:
Weather resistance: Flamed granite is incredibly strong and resistant to climate changes. It doesn’t get easily damaged by rain, snow, ice, or UV rays, making it ideal for outdoor use.
Non-slippery surface: One of the main advantages of flamed granite is its textured surface, which makes it less slippery. This is important for safety, especially on wet or icy stairs.
Durability and longevity: Granite is known for its hardness and longevity. With proper maintenance, outdoor granite stairs can last for decades without significant loss of aesthetic appearance or functionality.
Easy maintenance: Granite is relatively easy to clean and maintain. Dirt, stains, and even ice can be easily removed without damaging the surface.
Aesthetics: Flamed granite has a natural and elegant look. It comes in a variety of colors and textures, allowing for a stylish appearance on outdoor stairs.
Wear resistance: For stairs with heavy traffic (frequently used), granite withstands wear and scratching without losing its strength and appearance.
The steps can be combined with flamed Santa Rosa granite tiles sized 60 x 30 cm.
If you need caps or cladding tiles, you can again combine them with tiles of the same granite but with a polished finish. These are sized 60 x 30 cm and are 1.2 cm thick. This way, your exterior will have a complete and finished look, and the beauty of the material will be fully showcased in all its forms.
Take advantage of the opportunity to receive a free sample to use in your project, or visit us at our production base in Kresna or our showroom in Sofia, located at 9 Boris Arsov Street.
Like every beautiful thing and like every natural material, natural stone requires proper care and maintenance.
We recommend: always treat stone surfaces with the right products for natural stone!
Regardless of the type of stone and its location, a single application of sealing agent will save you unnecessary worries and greatly facilitate maintenance.
Everything needs care. Use the high-quality German products from AKEMI, with which we have been working and recommending for years.
The treated impregnated surface does not allow water and contaminants to penetrate.
The protection with a sealer provides resistance against the destructive cycles of freezing and melting in external conditions. Water simply does not absorb when the stone surface is impregnated but forms droplets.
Depending on the type of sealer, it may not alter the external appearance of the stone or deepen its colors. Choose among the following types of sealers:
"Universal" sealer, which does not change the appearance of the stone and protects against water.
"Wet Effect" - a powerful sealer, like the Universal one, but with colors standing out in a more intense contrast.
"Stain-Free" is the best sealer: it protects against water and grease, also without changing the external appearance of the stone.
The frequency of reapplication depends on conditions and the usage of the stone tiles (whether it is flooring and traffic intensity). Usually, AKEMI recommends every 5 years for exterior stone, flooring + wet areas, and 10 years for interior stone (wall cladding).
How to apply the sealer? - It's easy, like child's play. The stone surface must be clean and very dry. The liquid is applied undiluted with a roller, sponge, or brush. If the surface is smooth polished or matte, a second step is required: the so-called "polishing" with a microfiber cloth for 20 minutes after applying the sealer. And we're done.
What cleaning products are used for natural stone? - Some types of stone, such as marble and travertine, are sensitive to acidic, very strong cleaning agents (e.g. bleach). We recommend: always clean your stone surfaces with a pH-neutral cleaning agent.
Ask us if you have any more questions! We are here and happy to assist.
How to breathe new life into natural stone in the exterior?
In a few steps, natural stone can be restored to its original state, in its full brilliance and aesthetics.
First and foremost is regular cleaning and at least once a year thorough washing with a pressure washer. This is particularly important for our outdoor furniture products (barbecues, sinks, tables, countertops, and pavement tiles).
Once the surfaces are clean and dry, do not forget to apply a sealer.
Tip: Protect your outdoor flooring from furniture that may rust.
For specific stains such as oily spots, efflorescence (cement milk), mold, cement residues, or grout mixtures, silicones, or paints, it is best to contact us directly for consultation. Count on us; we will provide you with the right products to address the issue, wherever and whenever possible.
The durability of natural stone depends on the specific porosity of the stone type and its water absorption levels. For example, the porosity of granite and gneiss is around 1%, while sandstone has over 20%.
The biggest destructive enemies for items, coverings, and pavements exposed year-round are the sun and freeze/thaw cycles. When the stone is sealed/waterproof, you will receive maximum protection and much easier maintenance.
In severe cases of areas with contamination, the non-polished stone surface can be treated with an angle grinder and fine sandpapers. This process removes the top layer of the stone, making it look like new. (The process is similar to sanding wooden parquet.)
Stone is the best friend of the yard and garden. With love for beautiful, natural materials and proper care, the stone will continue to bring you joy for many years to come.