Brazilian Black Basalt

Basalt

This material is recorded as a basalt in black, dark grey tones. The recorded appearance includes fine volcanic grain. Recorded applications include interior/exterior dimensional applications.

Stone familyBasalt

Primary colourBlack

Medium verification · Reference STN-0001243

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness3-7

Water absorption0.05-0.80 %

Compressive strength80-240 MPa

Flexural strength8-25 MPa

Density2500-2850 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Polished, honed, brushed
Typical uses: Interior/exterior dimensional applications
Exterior suitability: Variable
Frost resistance: Variable
Recorded colour palette: Black, Dark Grey
Slab variation: V2 Slight variationSlight variation: subtle changes in tone or texture may occur.