Red Aswan granite is one of Egypt’s most iconic natural stones, the same red-pink granite the ancient Egyptians used for obelisks and temples. CIDG Egypt is a leading Egyptian granite manufacturer, and this guide covers Red Aswan granite’s colours, properties, uses, and finishes.
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What is Red Aswan granite
Red Aswan granite is a hard, igneous stone quarried near Aswan in southern Egypt. It is known for its warm red-to-pink background with darker mineral speckles, and it has been prized for thousands of years for monuments and architecture.
Colour shades
Red Aswan is available in light, medium, and dark tones, letting designers match it to warm or bold colour schemes. Each slab carries a distinctive grain that reads as both classic and contemporary.
Properties and durability
As a dense granite, Red Aswan is highly scratch-, heat-, and weather-resistant, making it suitable for heavy-traffic and outdoor use. Sealed and maintained, it lasts for decades with minimal upkeep.
Uses and finishes
Red Aswan suits countertops, flooring, façades, staircases, paving, and monuments. It is offered polished, flamed, and honed. See the full Egyptian granite range, or browse marble for interior surfaces.
| Spec | Typical option |
|---|---|
| Colour | Light / medium / dark red |
| Formats | Slabs, tiles, cut-to-size |
| Finishes | Polished, flamed, honed |
| Certification | CE & SGS |
For granite performance data, the Natural Stone Institute is a useful reference.
Red Aswan granite: frequently asked questions
What is Red Aswan granite used for?
Red Aswan granite is used for countertops, flooring, façades, staircases, outdoor paving, and monuments. Its hardness and weather resistance make it suitable for both interior and demanding exterior applications.
Is Red Aswan granite durable?
Yes. As a dense igneous granite, it resists scratches, heat, and weathering. Sealed and maintained, Red Aswan granite lasts for decades, which is why ancient Egyptian monuments in the same stone still stand.
What finishes are available for Red Aswan granite?
It is commonly supplied polished for interiors, and flamed or honed for slip-resistant floors and outdoor use. CIDG Egypt can provide samples in each finish on request.
Red Aswan granite in design and architecture
Red Aswan granite’s warm tone makes a strong design statement. Architects use it for feature flooring, reception desks, façade cladding, and grand staircases, where its red-pink background and dark speckles add richness and a sense of permanence. It pairs well with cream marble, dark timber, and bronze metalwork, and works equally in classic and contemporary schemes. Outdoors, its hardness suits paving, kerbs, and monuments, continuing a tradition that stretches back to ancient Egyptian architecture.
Red Aswan granite sizes and formats
Red Aswan is produced as slabs, tiles, and cut-to-size pieces. Slabs come in gangsaw and cutter sizes, tiles in standard modular formats, and bespoke pieces such as steps, sills, and worktops can be cut to order, typically in 2 cm or 3 cm thicknesses. Supplying a whole project in one batch keeps colour and grain consistent across every element.
Caring for Red Aswan granite
Granite is low-maintenance, but sealing adds protection for worktops and outdoor surfaces. Clean with warm water and a pH-neutral cleaner, avoid abrasive pads, and reseal every few years when water stops beading on the surface. With minimal care, Red Aswan granite keeps its colour and polish for decades.
Where to buy Red Aswan granite
For consistent colour and reliable supply, buy Red Aswan granite factory-direct. CIDG Egypt quarries, processes, and ships its own stone, is CE and SGS certified, and provides samples so you can approve the exact shade and finish before production, with competitive pricing and worldwide delivery.
Order Red Aswan granite direct from CIDG Egypt
CIDG Egypt manufactures and exports Egyptian marble, limestone, and granite to clients in 60+ countries, fully CE and SGS certified. Send us your sizes, finishes, and quantities for pricing and samples.
- WhatsApp / Phone: +20 100 164 9770
- Email: [email protected]
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Website: www.cidegypt.com
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