Pietra di Luserna

Gneiss

This material is recorded as a gneiss/quartzite in grey, blue-grey, green-grey tones. The recorded appearance includes layered split texture. Recorded applications include paving, walling and exterior steps.

Stone familyGneiss/Quartzite

Primary colourGrey

Seed / needs supplier validation verification · Reference STN-0000270

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness6-7

Water absorption0.2-1.0 %

Compressive strength120-220 MPa

Flexural strength12-25 MPa

Density2600-2800 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Natural split, flamed, brushed
Typical uses: Paving, walling, exterior steps
Exterior suitability: Good exterior paving/cladding
Frost resistance: Good
Recorded colour palette: Grey, Blue-Grey, Green-Grey
Slab variation: V3 Moderate variationModerate variation: veining, colour or pattern can change between slabs.