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About Alliance Minerals
History
Industrial minerals, exported globally have been, for more than
35 years, the focus of the parent company of Alliance Minerals
North America LLC. In 2003, two granite processing plants each
with a history of more than 20 years in the dimensional stone
business, were acquired and marketing in North America began
immediately. The present company, styled as Alliance Minerals
North America LLC, was formed in 2007 to focus marketing and
sales resources and establish warehouses within the continental
US. Our sales team consists of persons with 15 or more years
experience in the dimensional stone business.
Our warehouse for “just in time” local
inventory distribution is located in Iowa,
on the crossroads of I-35 and I-80. This
enables Alliance Minerals to deliver in a
cost-effective, timely manner.
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Vertically integrated, Alliance Minerals is a quarry owner, exporter,
importer, processor and cut to size fabricator of natural stone
products. With full operations in India and Vietnam, exporting
throughout the world is practical. Our team consists of
professional geologists and quarry masters, experienced
processing plant managers and logistics persons, that ensure
timely export of finished products.
Alliance Minerals combines a unique array of skills
and talents to assure our customers of quality
and timeliness, and through leading edge global
digital/electronic technology, transparency in all
transactions.
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We offer a vast array of stone sizes from
block to tile format. Please see the
product offering section by each
stone color for size availability.
Stone may also be special
ordered in sizes not part of
our normal offering.
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Marble – The Polar
Collection
Our quarries in Vietnam have favorable
deposits of excellent clean pure white
marble, plus beautiful veined and patterned
marbles with white backgrounds. Our facTORY IN (AIPHONG IS FULLY AUTOMATED AND
equipped with an Italian made marble slab
cutting and polishing line and an Italian
marble tiling line.
Stone Descriptions
GRANITE:
An igneous stone formed from the cooling and
crystallization of molten magma far below the earth’s
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silicate mineral crystals which form over thousands
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the dimensional stones and exhibits an extremely
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high polish for a very long time and resists a wide
range of chemicals. It is ideal for use in commercial
and residential applications as well as interior or
exterior work.
Granite Uses: Flooring, Countertops, Entries,
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MARBLE:
A metamorphic stone derived from limestone or
dolostone (high in magnesium). Marble is composed
primarily of calcium carbonate/calcite minerals.
They can range from very fine grained to coarsely
granular and can be found in every color imaginable.
Marbles are relatively softer than granites and
may exhibit sensitivity to acidic liquids and some
household cleaners.
Marble Uses: Interior Entries, Interior Walls,
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QUARTZITE:
A metamorphic stone derived from silica sand and
is the most chemically stable of all the dimensional
stones. They are extremely resistant to chemical
weathering and are ideally suited for exterior or
interior applications. Quartzite is a very dense, hard,
non-permeable stone and will generally have a very
consistent coloration with a glassy appearance.
Quartzite Uses: Countertops, Entries, Fireplace
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Stone Descriptions
LIMESTONE:
A sedimentary stone made up of calcium carbonate/calcite
minerals. It is formed on the ocean floor when marine organisms
extract calcium carbonate from sea water and from corals, shells
and skeletons. As these structures accumulate on the ocean floor
they become consolidated to form limestone. This is why we often
find evidence of shells and fossils in limestone. Limestone is widely
used in commercial and residential applications.
Limestone Uses: Interior Walls, Flooring, Countertops, Exterior
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SLATE:
A metamorphic stone formed from the consolidation of very small
particles of weathered or eroded granite deposited in layers on
ancient lake bottoms. It is therefore, made up of silicate minerals
and is resistant to a wide range of chemicals. It exhibits a very
wide range of colors and lends a rustic or contemporary design
depending on the application.
Slate Uses: Interior Walls, Flooring, Countertops, Exterior
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ONYX:
A dense crystalline form of lime carbonate usually
deposited from cold water solutions, such as
in caves deep in the earth’s crust. As these
solutions drop from the cave roof they
form structures, such as stalactites and
stalagmites, which exhibit “growth rings”
seen in the translucent onyx. Onyx has
an elegant look and can be found in a
spectacular array of colors. Onyx
can be “back lit” in windows,
vanity tops and cabinet fronts
for a dramatic look.
Onyx Uses: Alternative to glass used
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**CLIMATE RESTRICTIONS: Natural Stone
can be used in exterior projects, and in a variety
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climates which have very high humidity and “freeze/
thaw” conditions. In cold climates where moistures
can penetrate stone and freeze, it will then expand
and slowly erode or crack the stone. More permeable stone should be carefully sealed and moisture
prevented from penetrating the stone. It is always
best to use a stone that has very low permeability in
these environments.
Look and Feel
of Finishes
POLISHED:
A smooth high-gloss finish, attained by
machinery processing the stone surface
through a series of buffing techniques.
HONED:
A finish with a look of satin, attained by
machinery processing the stone surface
through a series of buffing techniques. A
honed surface provides a flat, matte or satin
finish creating a more informal and softer
look. This finish is created by stopping short
of the last stage of polishing. A honed finish
shows fewer scratches, and requires very
little maintenance.
LEATHER:
Leather finish begins with a honed
surface worked with diamond brushes;
the process brings back the color and
closes pores, making the stone denser.
Leathering has a nice sheen and is less
porous than a honed finish.
BRUSHED/ANTIQUED:
A finish with the look of satin, and a feel of
undulation to the touch. A brushed finish
features a worn-down look achieved by
machinery brushing the surface of the
stone, simulating natural wear over time.
Stone Descriptions
SANDBLAST:
Sandblasting is a finish created by very high pressure
air and sand, directed at the face of the stone to create
a textured surface. Sandblasting lightens the color of
the stone significantly to provide contrast against a
polished finish, providing excellent slip resistance. The
mixture of polished and sandblasting gives any project
a contrasting look, without changing stone colors.
FLAMED:
A finish that is rougher to the touch with a feel of
granularity. A flamed finish is achieved by heating
the surface of the stone to extreme temperatures,
followed by rapid cooling. The stones surface will
pop and chip leaving a rough, unrefined texture. This
process is usually done with granite material. Flamed
granite has a highly textured surface, making it ideal
for areas where slip resistance might be a concern, like
shower areas, exterior/interior walkways, and stairs.
NATURAL CLEFT:
Slate is created as layer upon layer of silt particles
are deposited on a lake bottom, creating a layered
structure referred to as “clefted”. This “clefting”
gives a three dimensional texture to the slate and its
durability depends on the degree of metamorphosis
(heat and pressure) it is exposed to. The denser and
harder the slate, the less prone it is to “spalling” or
flaking of the surface material.
NATURAL STONE EXTRACTION:
If a natural look is needed in block format, Alliance
Minerals can maintain the natural look of the extracted
block without finishing any of the stone. For example a
stone bathtub may need polishing for the bathing area,
but the exterior portion of the vessel can maintain its
natural look.
Custom finishes are available.
ALLIANCE MINERALS NATURAL
STONE DISCLAIMER
Each piece of quarried stone is a “one of a kind” unique
creation of nature and is naturally characterized by an infinite
variety of color, crystal structure, fissures and pits. Alliance
Minerals attempts to maximize the beauty, consistency and
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life of a stone some fissures may develop into cracks, regardless
of daily uses and care and due to factors we cannot control.
Enclave Interiors Project - Texas
slab - granite
Absolute Black
AKA: Premium Black, Jet Black, Black Absolute,
Indian Premium Black, Nero Assoluto, Luna Nero
Black Pearl
AKA: Thunder Gray
Alliance Brown
Amber Fantasy
AKA: Bloody Mary, Lady's Dream
Cabernet Sands
Coffee Pearl
Emerald Pearl
Giblee Gold
AKA: Cabernet, Cabernet Bordeaux
Himalayan Blue
Bismark Brown
Black Galaxy
AKA: Star Galaxy, Gold Star, Midnight Magic
Colonial Gold
Columbo Juparana
Golden Bordeaux
Golden Fantasy
AKA: Tidel Gold, River Valley Gold,
Millenium Gold
AKA: Golden Lava, Lava Gold, Golden Beach
Imperial Gold
Ivory Fantasy
AKA: Ivory Chiffon, Millenium Cream
AKA: Aztec Wave, Juparana Columbo
AKA: Amadeaus
Ivory Brown
AKA: Siva Gold, Sivakasi Yellow
Ivory Gold
Juperana Gold
Kashmir Gold
Lavendar Blue
Kashmir White
Kuppam Green
Lady's Dream
Madura Gold
Merry Gold
Monte Carlo Gold
Paradiso Classico
Red Multicolor
Rosewood
Sapphire Blue
Seaweed Green
Shiva Gold
Shiva Pink
Silver Pearl
Surf Green
Tan Brown
Tidel White
Visag Blue
Vyara Gold
Vyara Juparana
AKA: Columbo Gold
AKA: Rosso Multicolour
AKA: Siva Pink, Majestic Sand
AKA: Soleil
AKA: Solaris
AKA: Steel Grey, Steel Gris Silk, Silver Pearl Silk
AKA: Vyara Exotica, Golden Jaipur
AKA: Champagne Mist
AKA: Autumn Harmony, Copper Silk,
Desert Brown
AKA: Sapphire Brown, English Teak,
Sapphire Jolie
AKA: Indian Parana
AKA: Verde Marina
AKA: Lemon Yellow
AKA: Pine Green, Olive Green, Ocean Etoli
AKA: Chestnut Brown, Copper Antique,
Chestnut Brown Tan
AKA: Amber Fantasy
AKA: Paradiso
AKA: Ivory Brown, Sivakasi Yellow,
Majestic Gold Sand
AKA: River White, Valley White
slab - marble
Glacier Ice
Polar White
(prime)
Glacier Ice
Rain Forest Brown
AKA: Forest Brown, Bidasar Brown, Café Brown
Grey Fawn
Himalayan Mist
(boutique)
Polar White Extra
Rain Forest Green
AKA: Forest Green, Bidasar Green, Café Green
Snowy Fiords
(boutique) Four Slabs Book Matched
Swiss Prime
(boutique) Four Slabs Book Matched
slab - quartzite
Kalahari Dunes
AKA: Desert Brown
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Challenger Memorial - Florida
tile - granite
Absolute Black
AKA: Premium Black, Jet Black
Black Absolute, Indian Premium Black
Nero Assoluto, Luna Nero
Black Pearl
AKA: Thunder Gray
Alliance Brown
Cabernet Sands
Amber Fantasy
Bismark Brown
AKA: Bloody Mary
Black Galaxy
AKA: Star Galaxy, Gold Star
Midnight Magic
AKA: Cabernet, Cabernet Bordeaux
AKA: Tidel Gold, River Valley Gold
Millenium Gold
Colonial Gold
Columbo Juparana
Golden Bordeaux
Golden Fantasy
Imperial Gold
Ivory Fantasy
Kashmir Gold
Kashmir White
Kuppam Green
Lady's Dream
AKA: Golden Lava, Lava Gold,
Golden Beach
AKA: Amadeus
AKA: Ivory Chiffon, Millenium Cream
AKA: Aztec Wave, Juparana Columbo
AKA: Verde Marina
Giblee Gold
Ivory Brown
AKA: Siva Gold, Sivakasi Yellow
AKA: Champagne Mist
AKA: Amber Fantasy
Paradiso Classico
Red Multicolor
Rosewood
Sapphire Blue
Seaweed Green
Shiva Gold
Shiva Pink
Silver Pearl
Surf Green
Tan Brown
Tidel White
Vyara Gold
Vyara Juparana
AKA: Paradiso
AKA: Ivory Brown, Sivakasi Yellow,
Majestic Gold Sand
AKA: River White, Valley White
AKA: Rosso Multicolour
AKA: Siva Pink, Majesti Sand
AKA: Vyara Exotica, Gold Jaipur
AKA: Solaris
AKA: Steel Gray, Steel Gris Silk,
Silver Perl Silk
AKA: Sapphire Brown, English Teak,
Sapphire Jolie
AKA: Pine Green, Olive Green,
Ocean Etoli
AKA: Chestnut Brown, Copper Antique,
Chestnut Brown Tan
AKA: Indian Parana
tile - marble
Artic White
Glacier Ice
Glacier Ice
Ice Storm
Polar White Extra
Polar White
(very limited)
(prime)
Grey Fawn
Himalayan Mist
tile - limestone
Coral Pink
Cuddapaha Black
Reef Green
Topaz Yellow
tile - quartzite
Copper Noir
Chameleon
Kalahari Dunes
Niche Grey
Pearl Green
Pearl White
Silver Win
AKA: Desert Brown
tile - slate
Aqua Green
Aqua Rustic
Autumn Ivory
Black Rustic
Chocolate
Copper Noir
Cosmic Pink
Indian Autumn
Ivy Green
Lilac Kashmir
Lotus Pink
Midas Gold
Pink Fantasy
Romantica
Rustic Autumn
AKA: Pure Pink
Rustic Gold
AKA: Vinikonda Gold
AKA: Autumn Blend
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Pre-fabricated countertops available
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