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Andesite

Kizilcahamam Basalt/Andesite

andesite

This material is recorded as an andesite in grey, red, black tones. The recorded appearance includes volcanic speckled. Recorded applications include slabs, tiles, cladding and flooring.

Stone familyAndesite
Primary colourGrey

Medium verification · Reference STN-0000119

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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
Grey, Red, Black
Slab variation