Black - Marble
Quarry Location: Aulestia o Murélaga (Aulesti), provincia de Vizcaya, País Vasco
Water Absorption: 0.17 %
Density: 2680 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 13.3 - 14.4 MPa
Compressive Strength: 61.7 - 62.9 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
Finishing Surface: Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: Spanish Black Marble, Black Markina Marble, Black Marquina Marble, Nero Marquina Marble, Nero Marquina Venato Marble, Nero Marquine Marble, Nero Marquinia Marble, Black Marquinia Marble, Negro Bilbao Marble, Negro Markina Marble, Negro Marqina Marble, Negro Marquino Marble, Nero Bilbao Marble, Mramor Nero Markina, Marmor Nero Maraquina, Nero Marqina Marmor, Mramor Noir Marquina, Prete Marquinia Mramor, Preto Marquina Mramor, in China stone market:黑白根(Hēibái gēn),Nero Marquina Select Marble
Nero Marquina Select Marble is a distinctive and elegant natural stone known for its fine and compact grain, featuring a deep black background with striking white veins running through it. The contrasting colors create a visually appealing and luxurious appearance, making it a popular choice for various architectural and design applications.
This marble is quarried in the province of Vizcaya, located in the autonomous community of País Vasco (Basque Country), Spain. The region is renowned for producing high-quality marbles, and Nero Marquina Select is no exception.
The fine and compact grain of Nero Marquina Select contributes to its smooth texture and polished finish, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal. The dark black background serves as a sophisticated base, while the white veins add a sense of drama and movement to the stone. The veins may vary in thickness and pattern, making each slab unique.
Due to its striking appearance, Nero Marquina Select Marble is often used for interior applications such as flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and decorative elements in both residential and commercial spaces. Its timeless and classic design makes it a versatile choice that can complement various design styles, from traditional to contemporary.
In addition to its aesthetic qualities, Nero Marquina Select Marble is known for its durability and longevity when properly cared for. Regular maintenance, such as sealing and cleaning, can help preserve the beauty of this marble for years to come.
DESCRIPCIóN PETROGRáFICA (UNE EN 12407:2007) Tono negro con abundantes vetas blancas y fósiles de color gris-blanco. Grano fino, muy compacto. Se clasifica como biomicrita.
PETROGRAPHIC DESCRIPTION (UNE EN 12407:2007) Dark tone with irregular white veins compact. Fine grain. Biomicrite.
ENSAYOS TéCNICOS TECHNICAL ESSAYS RESULTADOS RESULTS
Densidad aparente (UNE-EN 1936:2007) 2680 kg/m3 Apparent density
Porosidad abierta (UNE-EN 1936:2007) 0,2% Open porosity
Resistencia a la flexión (UNE-EN 12372:2007) 14,4 MPa Flexural strength
Resistencia a la compresión (UNE-EN 1926:2007) MPa Compressive strength
Absorción de agua a presión atmosférica (UNE-EN 13755:2008) 0,1 % Water absorption at atmospheric pressure
Resistencia a la abrasión (UNE-EN 1341:2002) 21,5 mm Abrasion resistance
Resistencia al deslizamiento (UNE-EN 14231:2004) 45 USRV Slip resistance
Resistencia a la flexión tras heladicidad (12 ciclos) (UNE-EN 12371:2002) 11,9 MPa Flexural strength after frost resistance (12 cycles)
Resistencia a la flexión tras heladicidad (56 ciclos) (UNE-EN 12371:2002) 11,9 MPa Flexural strength after frost resistance (56 cycles)
Resistencia al envejecimiento por choque térmico (UNE-EN 14066:2003) 0,57% (Peso WEIGHT) Thermal shock resistance (20 cycles)
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Carga de rotura para anclajes (UNE-EN 13364:2002) 2200 N Breaking load at a dowel hole
Coeficiente lineal de dilatación térmica (UNE-EN 14581:2006) -. C-1 Coefficient of linear thermal expansion
Capilaridad (UNE-EN 1925:1999) (PND*) g/m2·s0,5 Water absorption
* PND: no se hace capilaridad si la porosidad < 1%