Grey - Granite
Quarry Location: Assuan, South of Egypt
Water Absorption: 0.19 %
Density: 2630 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 13.0 - 13.8 MPa
Compressive Strength: 143.2 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, fireplaces, window sills, pavers, cobble stone
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: Gray Aswan Granite, Grigio Aswan Light Granite, Aswan Gray Granite, Grey Dark Assuan Granite, Grey Assuwan Granite, Ramady Granite, Grey Assuan Granite, Assuan Gray Granite,Grey Aswan Granite
Grey Aswan Granite, quarried in Assuan, South Egypt, is a distinguished natural stone known for its sesame light gray color, fine to medium-grained texture, and exceptional durability. The granite's subtle and sophisticated sesame light gray hue gives it a versatile aesthetic suitable for a variety of design applications.
The fine to medium-grained texture of Grey Aswan Granite adds an elegant touch, making it a sought-after material for countertops, flooring, wall cladding, and other architectural features. This granite is highly durable and weather-resistant, making it an ideal choice for both indoor and outdoor installations. Its ability to withstand the elements ensures a long-lasting and attractive appearance over time.
The quarry's location in Assuan, South Egypt, imparts a unique geological and historical significance to Grey Aswan Granite. The combination of its distinctive color, fine to medium-grained texture, and durability makes this granite a popular choice for projects that require both aesthetic appeal and practical longevity.
Stone Characteristics Minimal Requirements Degree
Abrasion resistance hardness
(ASTM C241/c1353) Min Ha A,B,C 25 38.1Ha
Flexural strenght Mpa.
(ASTM C880) Min 1200 PSI 2000psi
Modulus of rupture Mpa
(ASTM C99) Min 1500 PSI 2600psi
Compressive strenght Map
(ASTM C170) Min 19000 PSI 21300psi
Absorption by weight %
(ASTM C97) Max%0.40 0.12%
Density(Kg/m3)(ASTM C97) Min kg/m3 2560 2627