Grey - Limestone
Quarry Location: Jerusalem Region, Holly Land
Water Absorption: 0.4 %
Density: 2669 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 17.4 MPa
Compressive Strength: 138.2 MPa
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, pavers
Finishing Surface: Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: Ramon Grey Limestone, Jerusalem Gray Limestone, Jerusalem Stone Grey, Benjamin Grey Limestone, Black Pearl Limestone, Jerusalem Royal Black Limestone, Galil Grey Limestone, Grey Global Limestone,Jerusalem Grey Limestone
Jerusalem Grey Limestone is a soft and timeless ash gray limestone, striking a harmonious balance between the charm of old-world aesthetics and the contemporary appeal of the new world. Quarried in the Jerusalem Region of the Holy Land, Israel, this limestone showcases a delicate palette featuring a blend of cool gray and golden honey tones.
The neutral and calming ash gray base of Jerusalem Grey Limestone serves as a versatile backdrop, offering a subtle elegance to any space. Its timeless appeal makes it well-suited for both classic and modern design styles, allowing for seamless integration into a variety of architectural and interior design projects.
The blend of cool gray tones evokes a sense of tranquility and sophistication, while the inclusion of golden honey tones adds warmth and character to the stone. This combination creates a visual depth that enhances the overall aesthetic of spaces where Jerusalem Grey Limestone is employed.
Whether used for flooring, wall cladding, or countertops, Jerusalem Grey Limestone lends an enduring and refined charm to interiors. Its association with the Jerusalem Region and the Holy Land adds a cultural and historical significance to this limestone, making it not only a beautiful choice for design projects but also one that carries a sense of timelessness and connection to a rich heritage.
Characteristic Specs
Specific Gravity ASTM C 97 2.669
Water Absorption (%) ASTM C 97 0.4
Compressive Strength (MPa)+rift, dry ASTM C 170 138.2
Flexural Strength (MPa)+ rift, dry ASTM C 880 17.4
Abrasion(Hd) ASTM C 241 15.9
Knoop Hardness (Kg / mm2) UNI 9724-6 302
Mohs Hardness 3.5-4
Coefficient Of Linear Thermal Expansion (mm / m.c) ASTM E 831 7.51
Thermal Conductivity (watt / m.k) ASTM D 5334 2.72