Alma Ines Granite

- Granite

PortugalPortugal
Item Details

Quarry Location: Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro

Water Absorption: 0.28 By weight %

Density: 2649 Kg/cm3

Flexural Strength: 179 Kg/cm2

Compressive Strength: 1705-1935 Kg/cm2

Recommended Usage: Kitchen and bathroom countertops, monuments, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, window sills, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces, cobbles, pavers, curbstone

Finishing Surface: Polished,Flamed,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling

Additional Names: Granito Grigio Alma, Granito Gris Alma, Alto Douro Gray Granite,Alma Ines Granite

Description:

Alma Ines Granite is a captivating variety of granite characterized by its fine to medium grain texture and its striking sesame gray-white coloration. Quarried in Portugal, specifically in the region of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, this granite showcases a unique blend of hues that evoke a sense of timeless elegance.

The sesame gray-white base of Alma Ines Granite serves as a neutral backdrop, allowing its subtle grain pattern to add depth and character to any space. The grains are finely distributed, creating a smooth and uniform appearance that enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of the stone.

With its natural beauty and durability, Alma Ines Granite is a popular choice for various interior and exterior applications. Whether used for countertops, flooring, wall cladding, or other architectural elements, this granite adds sophistication and charm to any design scheme.

Overall, Alma Ines Granite exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of Portuguese stone quarries, offering a combination of visual appeal and resilience that makes it a sought-after choice for both residential and commercial projects.

PETROGRAPHY AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Flexural Strength: 179 Kg/cm2

Compressive Strength: 1705 Kg/cm2

Simple Compression: 1935 Kg/cm2

Water Absorption at Normal Atmospheric Pressure: 0.28

Thermal Linear Expansion Coefficient (10-6 / °C): 7.7

Minimum Impact Resistance Fall Height (cm): 65

Frictional Wear (Amsler Laffon) mm / 200m: 0.2

Apparent Volumetric Mass: 2649 Kg/cm3

Porosity: 0.55%