Beige - Limestone
Quarry Location: Sainte-Croix-de-Mareuil (Dordogne),45 km au nord-ouest de Perigueux
Density: 2400 - 2600 kg/m3 (NF EN 1936)
Flexural Strength: 8 - 11 MPa
Compressive Strength: 100 - 120 MPa
Recommended Usage: Kitchen and bathroom countertops, sinks, wash basins, monuments, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, balustrades, columns, window sills, pavers, cobble stone
Finishing Surface: Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: St. Croix Limestone, Brauvilliers Limestone, Brauvilliers Lias Limestone,Balzac Fleuri Limestone, Balzac Beige Limestone, Balzac French Limestone, Bernais Limestone, Pierre Balzac, Crema Luna Limestone,Balzac Limestone
Balzac Limestone, also recognized as St. Croix Limestone or Brauvilliers Limestone, is a captivating natural stone known for its warm and inviting appearance. This limestone exhibits a delightful color palette that ranges from a warm beige with light creamy hues to darker beige shades. The combination of these tones creates a harmonious and visually appealing surface.
Quarried in Sainte-Croix-de-Mareuil, which is situated approximately 45 kilometers northwest of Perigueux in the Dordogne region of France, Balzac Limestone is celebrated for its rich and timeless aesthetic. It has been utilized in various architectural and interior design applications for centuries.
The versatility of Balzac Limestone makes it suitable for a wide range of projects, including flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and exterior applications. Its warm and neutral tones make it an excellent choice for those looking to create a welcoming and elegant ambiance in their spaces.
The limestone's durability and timeless beauty, coupled with its unique color variations, make it a sought-after choice for architects and designers seeking to incorporate a touch of natural elegance into their projects. Balzac Limestone is a testament to the beauty and versatility of natural stone, bringing warmth and sophistication to any environment it graces
Caractéristiques :
Masse Volumique apparente : 2400 à 2600 kg/m3 (NF EN 1936)
Porosité : 5 à 10 % (NF EN 1936)
Vitesse de propagation du son : 4500 à 5500 m/s (NF B 10-505)
Résistance aux attaches (3cm) TYPE I : 170 à 200 daN (NF B 10-514)
Résistance à la compression : 100 à 120 MPa (NF B 10-509)
Résistance à la flexion (charge centrée) : 8 à 11 MPa (NF EN 12372)
Usure au disque métallique : 28 à 32 mm (NF B 10-508)
Capillarité C1 : <1 g.cm-2.mn-0.5 (NF B 10-502)
Capillarité C2 : <1 g.cm-2.mn-0.5 (NF B 10-502)