Brown - Porphyry
Quarry Location: Brozolo, Laives, Ora, Provincia di Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige
Water Absorption: 0.8 %
Density: 2540 Kg/m³
Flexural Strength: 23.5 - 24.3 MPa
Compressive Strength: 270.0 - 280.0 MPa
Recommended Usage: 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, cobbles, pavers, curbstone
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: Trentino Brown Porphyry, Trentino Porphyry, Porfido Rosso Di Meltina, Porfido di Trentino, Porfido del Trentino, Etsch Porphyr, Bozener Porphyr, Bozener Quarzporphyr, Porfido Rosso, Porfido Val d`Adige, Porfido Marron, Porfido Adige, Alto Adige Porphyry
Porfido Trentino is a finely grained porphyry stone extracted from quarries in Brozolo, Laives, Ora, Provincia di Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. This unique stone exhibits a stunning color palette that includes fine-grain red-violet and ash gray tones, transitioning to tan brown with dark brown and white small particles interspersed throughout. Notably, the stone's vibrant colors become more pronounced when wet, adding an additional layer of visual appeal.
This versatile porphyry stone finds common application in various residential and commercial settings, particularly in cut stone applications. It is well-suited for outdoor floor pavements, walling tiles, landscaping flagstone slabs, fireplace decoration, garden retaining walls, walkways, stair treads, and custom carvings. The fine grain of Porfido Trentino, coupled with its diverse color spectrum, lends itself to a range of design possibilities, making it an excellent choice for projects that require both aesthetic appeal and durability.
Whether utilized in outdoor spaces, landscaping projects, or interior applications, Porfido Trentino brings the charm of Italian craftsmanship and the natural beauty of the Trentino-Alto Adige region to various architectural and design endeavors. Its unique characteristics make it a compelling choice for those seeking a distinctive and enduring material for a wide range of applications.