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Quartzite

Kandla Grey Quartzite

Quartzite

This material is recorded as a quartzite in grey tones. The recorded appearance includes natural cleft. Recorded applications include premium slabs, countertops, flooring and cladding.

Stone familyQuartzite
Primary colourGrey

Medium verification · Reference STN-0001458

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Specification snapshot

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

Mohs hardness7
Water absorption0.05-0.40 %
Compressive strength120-280 MPa
Flexural strength12-35 MPa
Density2600-2750 kg/m³
PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes
Polished, honed, leathered, brushed, natural cleft
Typical uses
Premium slabs, countertops, flooring, cladding, bathrooms, facades
Exterior suitability
High
Frost resistance
Good
Recorded colour palette
Grey