Red - Porphyry
Quarry Location: Puerto Madryn, Chubut
Water Absorption: 0.65 %
Density: 2555 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 22.5 MPa
Compressive Strength: 221.5 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,Flamed,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: Violetta Diaz Porphyry,Porfido Viola Rhyolite, Porfido Puerto Madryn, Puerto Madryn Porphyry, Porfido Rojo Arfgentino,Porfido Diaz
Porfido Diaz Porphyry is a distinctive igneous rock quarried in Puerto Madryn, Chubut, located in the Patagonia region of Argentina. This fine-grained stone showcases a range of colors from red to earthy brown, often with burgundy shades, and is characterized by black grain spotting throughout its composition.
This porphyry is primarily composed of large-grained crystals, such as feldspar or quartz, which are dispersed within a fine-grained feldspathic matrix or groundmass. Its unique combination of colors and spotted texture gives it a striking appearance, making it sought after for various architectural and decorative applications.
Porfido Diaz Porphyry is classified as a rhyolite, a type of volcanic rock known for its silica-rich composition. Its volcanic origins contribute to its durability and distinctive visual characteristics. With its rich colors and unique texture, this stone adds a touch of natural beauty to any project it is used in.