Beige - Sandstone
United States
Item Details
Quarry Location:
Mosinee, Marathon County, Wisconsin
Water Absorption:
2.2 % ASTM C97-96
Density:
145.8 pcf ASTM C97-96
Flexural Strength:
1 765 psi ASTM C99-87
Compressive Strength:
15 860 psi ASTM C170-90
Recommended Usage:
Architectural – Full Veneer (Sawn Heights), Thin Veneer (Sawn Heights) Landscaping – Lawn Edging
Finishing Surface:
Polished
Additional Names:
Carmel Cream Quartzite,Carmel Cream Stone,Carmel Cream Sandstone
Description:
GEOLOGICAL DESIGNATION: Quartzite or Silica-Cemented Sandstone
MATERIAL CLASS: Sedimentary
COLOR RANGE: Extreme color variations from light buff, tan, burgundy or terracotta; contains light to excessive veining and swirls of dark brown, burgundy or rust.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION*
Test Method - American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Dry Density 145.8 pcf ASTM C97-96
Bulk Specific Gravity 2.34 ASTM C97-96
Absorption 2.2% ASTM C97-96
Modulus of Rupture 1,765 psi ASTM C99-87
Compressive Strength 15,860 psi ASTM C170-90
Freeze-Thaw Weight Loss <0.5% ASTM C67
Coefficient of Friction ASTM C1028-89
Finish Type Dry / Wet
Sawn 0.940 / 0.806
Bush-Hammer 1.000 / 1.060
Mohs Hardness 6-7
* Note: The ASTM results above are for reference only and are averages representative of recent tests. Because stone is a natural product variations can occur.