Gaziantep Basalt

Volcanic basalt

This material is recorded as a basalt in black, charcoal tones. The recorded appearance includes dense fine grain. Recorded applications include paving, kerbs, cladding and exterior hardscape.

Stone familyBasalt

Primary colourBlack

Medium verification · Reference STN-0000058

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness6

Water absorption0.2-1.5 %

Compressive strength100-300 MPa

Flexural strength8-20 MPa

Density2800-3100 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Polished, honed, brushed, sandblasted, tumbled
Typical uses: Paving, kerbs, cladding, exterior hardscape
Exterior suitability: Exterior paving, cladding
Frost resistance: Good
Recorded colour palette: Black, Charcoal
Slab variation: V2 Slight variationSlight variation: subtle changes in tone or texture may occur.