Cantera Rosa

Volcanic tuff

Documented as a volcanic stone, this stone has a pink, rose palette. The recorded appearance includes porous fine grain. Recorded applications include slabs, blocks, tiles and cladding.

Stone familyVolcanic stone

Primary colourPink

Medium-High verification · Reference STN-0003744

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness3-7

Water absorption0.10-5.00 %

Compressive strength40-250 MPa

Flexural strength5-30 MPa

Density2300-3000 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Polished, honed, brushed, sandblasted
Typical uses: Slabs, blocks, tiles, cladding, flooring
Exterior suitability: Test by project
Frost resistance: Variable
Recorded colour palette: Pink, Rose
Slab variation: V2 Slight variationSlight variation: subtle changes in tone or texture may occur.