Sea Shell is a warm beige, quartz-rich stone with flowing linear movement, offering a quartzite-like visual appeal and excellent workability for interior architectural applications.
Sea Shell Quartzite Price
Foundation Colour
Warm beige to soft greige
Secondary Colour(s)
Ivory, sand, light taupe, and subtle mocha veins
Quarried In
Jahazpur region, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India
Pattern
Flowing, linear, wave-like veining
Visual Layout
Directional / vein-cut appearance
Colour Movement
Medium to high movement
Translucency
Not suitable for full backlighting
Also Known As
Mocha Cream, Cafe Mocha
Consistency
Medium
Availability
Low to Medium
Available Customisations
EDGE PROFILES / EDGE CHAMFERING / GROOVING / CNC WORK, ETC.
Watchpoint(s)
Directional veining, Natural colour and movement variation
APPLICATION SUITABILITY
Sea Shell stone is suitable for kitchen countertops, islands, bathroom vanities, interior flooring, wall cladding, staircases, and decorative feature areas. Its quartz-rich composition, low water absorption, and good strength make it a reliable choice for daily-use interior spaces when properly sealed and maintained.
COMMON PROJECT TYPES
Commonly used in luxury residential projects, premium apartments, villas, boutique hotels, show homes, reception areas, and high-end interior renovations. The stone is especially preferred in projects that require a warm, calm, and elegant natural stone appearance similar to beige quartzites.
FINISH SUGGESTIONS BY USE
Polished finish is recommended for countertops, islands, and feature walls as it highlights the flowing movement and colour depth. Honed or satin finishes are suitable for flooring, bathrooms, and larger interior surfaces where a softer, more natural look is desired. Light leathered finish may be used for vanities and accent walls where subtle texture is preferred.
WEATHER SUITABILITY
Sea Shell is best suited for interior applications and controlled environments. It performs well in normal indoor conditions but is not recommended for fully exposed outdoor use or harsh weather environments. Semi-covered areas may be considered after proper evaluation and sealing.
DESIGN COMPATIBILITY
The stone pairs well with beige, greige, ivory, and soft white interiors, as well as natural wood tones and warm metallic finishes such as brass and champagne gold. It complements contemporary, modern, transitional, and luxury residential design styles without overpowering surrounding materials.
INSTALLATION NOTES
Directional veining should be planned before cutting to maintain visual flow across surfaces. Proper sealing is required before use and periodic resealing is recommended. Neutral or light-coloured adhesives should be used to avoid colour distortion. Professional fabrication and installation are advised to achieve the best visual and performance results.
Buy Mocha Cream (Seashell) Quartzite-Look Slabs and Tiles
Mocha Cream, also known as Sea Shell stone, is a quartz-rich natural stone admired for its warm beige base and flowing, wave-like movement. Though often grouped with quartzites due to its appearance and performance, it is geologically classified as siliceous limestone. Stone Galleria supplies carefully selected slabs and tiles of Mocha Cream stone, processed with precision to meet the needs of premium interior projects.
Appearance of Seashell (Mocha Cream) Stone
Color
Mocha Cream features a soft beige to light greige foundation, complemented by subtle layers of ivory, sand, and light mocha tones. The colour palette remains warm and neutral, making it easy to integrate into a wide range of interior styles.
Visual Character
The stone displays gentle, flowing linear movement resembling natural sand waves or sea currents. The veining is elongated and directional rather than broken, giving the surface a calm, continuous, and elegant appearance well suited for large-format applications.
Key Features of Cream Quartzite
Quartz-Rich Composition
While not a true quartzite, Mocha Cream contains a high quartz content, contributing to its density, strength, and low water absorption.
Quartzite-Like Performance
With very low water absorption and good compressive strength, the stone performs significantly better than typical marble and is suitable for demanding interior applications.
Elegant, Controlled Movement
The soft yet visible colour movement adds natural depth without creating visual clutter, maintaining a refined and premium look.
Workability & Detailing
Compared to very hard quartzites, Mocha Cream is easier to fabricate, allowing for clean edge profiles, CNC detailing, and precise finishing.
Finish Options
Available in polished, honed, and light leathered finishes to suit different design requirements and functional uses.
Why Choose Mocha Cream from Stone Galleria
Stone Galleria supplies Mocha Cream stone with a strong focus on transparency, consistency, and project suitability.
- Carefully selected blocks and slabs
- Lot-wise colour and movement matching
- Precision cutting and surface finishing
- Custom sizing, thickness, and edge detailing
- Export-grade packing and logistics support
- Professional assistance for architects, designers, and importers
Our approach ensures the stone performs as expected and aligns with both design intent and technical requirements.
Buy Sea Shell (Mocha Cream) Stone from Stone Galleria
At Stone Galleria, we process and supply Mocha Cream stone in slabs and tiles for interior architectural applications. Each piece is finished with attention to detail, consistent surface quality, and reliable packaging for domestic and international projects.
Explore our full Quartzite & Quartzite-Look Stone Collection
Being a natural stone, Sea Shell stone (quartzite-look) may exhibit gentle variations in tone, movement, and veining from slab to slab. For best visual consistency, we recommend slab selection through high-resolution images or a video call, especially for large surfaces or multi-area projects.
Available Format and Sizes
Gangsaw Size
Large slabs often used for kitchen counters, floors, and walls, with fewer joints for a smooth, seamless look.
Length: 240–370 cm
Width/Height: 120–210 cm
Width/Height: 120–210 cm
Cutter/Vertical Size
Medium slabs for counters, bathrooms, and walls – easier to handle than large slabs.
Length: 180–360 cm
Width/Height: 60–105 cm
Width/Height: 60–105 cm
Tiles
Pre-cut pieces, ready to install.
30x30, 60x30,
60x60, 80x80, 90x60 cm
60x60, 80x80, 90x60 cm
Custom Size
We process stone in project-specific sizes.
Thickness Options
Thickness: 18 MM
Thickness: 20 MM
Thickness: 30 MM
Available Surface Finishes
Finish: Brushed
Finish: Honed
Finish: Leathered
Finish: Polished
Suitable Uses
Countertops
Kitchen platforms, kitchen islands, bathroom vanities, pantry counters
Flooring
Indoor floors, living rooms, bedrooms, lobbies, corridors, etc.
Wall Cladding
Interior feature walls, TV panels, bathroom walls, kitchen backsplashes
Staircases
Treads, risers, step edges, full staircases
Wet Areas
Bathroom flooring, shower panels, utility areas, wash zones
Decorative Use
Dining tables, coffee tables, study tables, office desks, workstations
Architectural Elements
Window sills, door frames, skirting, CNC-carved features, fireplace surrounds
FAQs About Sea Shell Quartzite
Is Sea Shell a natural quartzite?
Sea Shell is a natural stone with a quartz-rich composition. Geologically, it is classified as siliceous limestone, but it is widely chosen as a quartzite-look stone due to its appearance, strength, and very low water absorption.
Why is Sea Shell shown in the quartzite category?
Sea Shell is listed in the quartzite category because of its visual similarity and performance characteristics comparable to popular beige quartzites such as Taj Mahal–style stones. Many buyers search by appearance and application rather than geological classification.
What is the difference between Sea Shell and true quartzite?
True quartzite is a metamorphic rock with very high silica content. Sea Shell is a siliceous limestone, meaning it contains a high percentage of quartz but retains some limestone characteristics. In practical use, Sea Shell offers excellent strength, very low absorption, and similar applications to quartzite.
Can Sea Shell be used for kitchen countertops?
Yes. Sea Shell has very low water absorption (~0.02%) and good compressive strength, making it suitable for kitchen countertops, islands, backsplashes, and other interior applications when properly sealed and maintained.
Is Sea Shell as hard as quartzite?
Sea Shell is not a geological quartzite, but it offers quartzite-like performance for most residential and commercial interior applications. It is harder and more durable than typical marble, while being easier to fabricate than many hard quartzites.
Why is Sea Shell sometimes called Mocha Cream Quartzite in the market?
Names like “Mocha Cream Quartzite” are trade or marketing names used in some markets to describe the stone’s appearance. For clarity and transparency, we present Sea Shell with its correct geological classification along with its quartzite-like visual characteristics.
Can I request test reports for this stone?
Yes. Laboratory test reports for chemical composition, water absorption, and strength are available on request.
How should Sea Shell be specified in projects?
For technical specifications, Sea Shell should be described as siliceous limestone (quartz-rich). For design intent, it may be referenced as a quartzite-look natural stone.
Product & Supplier Details
Composition, Care & Origin
- Composition: 100% Natural Stone
- Origin: Made in India
- Processing: In-house or trusted partner units under Stone Galleria supervision.
- Traceability: Slabs are traceable from quarry to dispatch.
- Maintenance: Mild soap + soft cloth; annual resealing recommended.
Why Choose Stone Galleria
- 4 in-house factories
- 30+ years of expertise
- 100% quality-checked before dispatch
- No hidden pricing
- Live video inspections available
Export Shipping & Returns
- Port of Loading: Mundra (INMUN)
- Lead Time: 2–3 weeks
- Global Shipping Available
- Packing: Export-grade crates & bundles
- Pre-shipment photos & videos
Manufacturer / Supplier Details
Khasra No. 467/458, Kali Doongri,
Behind Allegiance Stonex, Makrana Road,
Kishangarh – 305801, Rajasthan, India
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