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Andesite

Ankara Pink Andesite

andesite

Documented as an andesite, this stone has a pink, red, grey palette. The recorded appearance includes fine volcanic. Recorded applications include slabs, tiles, cladding and flooring.

Stone familyAndesite
Primary colourPink

Medium-High verification · Reference STN-0000117

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Specification snapshot

Indicative catalogue data. Verify the exact stone, finish, thickness and current test certificates before specification.

Mohs hardness5-6
Water absorption1.0-4.0 %
Compressive strength60-160 MPa
Flexural strength6-15 MPa
Density2400-2700 kg/m³
PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes
Honed, flamed, bush hammered, split face
Typical uses
Slabs, tiles, cladding, flooring, bathrooms, hospitality interiors, facade/paving where tested
Exterior suitability
Excellent for paving/cladding
Frost resistance
Generally good when dense
Recorded colour palette
Pink, Red, Grey
Slab variation