Minas Gerais Slate

Slate

A grey, black, green, purple slate with a documented natural-stone character. The recorded appearance includes fine cleft slate. Recorded applications include blocks, slabs, countertops and flooring.

Stone familySlate

Primary colourGrey

Medium verification · Reference STN-0001333

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness2.5-4

Water absorption0.10-1.20 %

Compressive strength80-240 MPa

Flexural strength10-25 MPa

Density2700-2850 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Polished, honed, leathered, brushed, flamed where suitable
Typical uses: Blocks, slabs, countertops, flooring, wall cladding, stairs, bathrooms, hospitality interiors, feature panels
Exterior suitability: High
Frost resistance: Good
Recorded colour palette: Grey, Black, Green, Purple
Slab variation: V2 Slight variationSlight variation: subtle changes in tone or texture may occur.