Ahlat Stone

volcanic tuff

This material is recorded as a tuff in red, brown, beige tones. The recorded appearance includes porous volcanic. Recorded applications include slabs, tiles, cladding and flooring.

Stone familyTuff

Primary colourRed

Medium verification · Reference STN-0000143

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness3-5

Water absorption5-15 %

Compressive strength10-60 MPa

Flexural strength2-8 MPa

Density1400-2200 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Sawn, split face, brushed
Typical uses: Slabs, tiles, cladding, flooring, bathrooms, hospitality interiors, facade/paving where tested
Exterior suitability: Regional masonry/cladding; test required
Frost resistance: Variable; porous
Recorded colour palette: Red, Brown, Beige
Slab variation: V3 Moderate variationModerate variation: veining, colour or pattern can change between slabs.