White - Limestone
Quarry Location: Jerusalem Region, Palestine, Holly Land
Water Absorption: 0.46 %
Density: 2679 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 11.7 MPa
Compressive Strength: 113.6 MPa
Recommended Usage: 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,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: Jerusalem White Stone, Jerusalem Bone Stone,Ramon White Limestone, Jerusalem White, Jerusalem Ivory Limestone,Jerusalem White Limestone
Jerusalem White Limestone, sourced from the quarries in the Jerusalem Region, Palestine, is a captivating natural stone renowned for its unique and ethereal appearance. This fossilized limestone possesses a distinctive color palette characterized by hints of blue interspersed with shades of beige, bone white, and tan.
The interplay of these colors creates a mesmerizing and otherworldly atmosphere, giving the limestone a truly unique aesthetic. The infusion of subtle blue tones adds a touch of coolness and tranquility to the overall warmth of the beige, bone white, and tan hues. This harmonious blend of colors contributes to the limestone's ability to evoke a sense of timelessness and serenity.
The fossilized nature of Jerusalem White Limestone is reflected in the subtle patterns and textures found within the stone. Fossils and organic imprints from ancient marine life, embedded over millennia, further enhance the limestone's charm and lend it a sense of geological history.
This limestone's origin in the Holy Land adds a symbolic and cultural dimension to its appeal. The quarries in the Jerusalem Region, with their rich history, contribute to the authenticity and uniqueness of Jerusalem White Limestone. This stone is often used for a variety of architectural and design applications, including flooring, wall cladding, and intricate carvings, where its distinctive appearance can create a sense of timeless beauty and connection to the historic landscape of the Holy Land.
Test Result & Technical Specifications Summary
Characteristic Specs
Specific Gravity ASTM C 97 2.679
Water Absorption (%) ASTM C 97 0.46
Compressive Strength (MPa)+rift, dry ASTM C 170 113.6
Flexural Strength (MPa)+ rift, dry ASTM C 880 11.7
Abrasion(Hd) ASTM C 241 13
Knoop Hardness (Kg mm2) UNI 9724-6 307
Mohs Hardness 3.1-3.5
Coefficient Of Linear Thermal Expansion (mm / m.c) ASTM E 831 9.6
Thermal Conductivity (watt / m.k) ASTM D 5334 3