**Colonial Tan Thin Stone Veneer** is a quarried natural stone veneer crafted from high-quality **quartzite**, a dense metamorphic rock composed predominantly of interlocking quartz crystals. This geological makeup gives the stone exceptional durability, hardness, and resistance to weathering — traits that have made quartzite a preferred choice in both architectural and decorative stone applications. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Colonial Tan exhibits a warm, earthy palette of radiant browns, beiges, tans, gold, and light grays accented by subtle mineral flecks. The stone is split and textured to reveal its natural grain and unique patterning, and is available in multiple thin veneer shapes including Ashlar, Ledgestone, Mosaic, and Square & Rectangular. Stones are sold individually, not as panels, allowing flexibility in design, joint size, and finished appearance.
As a **non-load-bearing thin veneer** weighing **less than 14 pounds per square foot**, Colonial Tan delivers the look of full-depth stone with a lighter installation footprint. Quartzite’s typical physical properties — including a **Mohs hardness around 6–7**, **low porosity**, and strong interlocking crystal structure — contribute to its resistance to scratching, abrasion, and environmental wear. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
This veneer is **Harsh Climate Approved (HCA)** and performs reliably in challenging environments, including freeze-thaw cycles, coastal exposures, below-grade applications, and areas subject to blowing sand or moisture. Matching 90-degree corners are available for all shapes to ensure seamless transitions and a cohesive stone appearance.