Grey - Granite
Quarry Location: Lac Haut, Castres, Tarn
Water Absorption: 0.34 - 0.90 %
Density: 2670 ± 10 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 17,9 ±1,4 MPa
Compressive Strength: 225 ±15 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, 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: Bleu Royal du Tarn, Grigio Tarn Granite, Bianco Tarn Granite, Tarn Fonce Granite, Clair Du Tarn Granite, Granit du Tarn Gros Elements, Granit Saint-Salvy, Granit Silver Grey, Granit Tarn Gros Elements, Tarn Coarse Grain Granite, Granit Blanc du Tarn, Blanco Tarn Granite, Tarn Clair Granite, Tarn Granit Bianco, Tarn Force Petit Grain, Royal du Tarn Granite, Tarn Moyen Fonce Granite, Tarn Fin Grain Granite,Tarn Royal Granite
Tarn Royal Granite is a distinguished variant of Tarn granite, characterized by its darker grey hue and medium to coarse grain. This granite exudes an aura of elegance and sophistication, making it a notable choice for various design applications. The darker grey coloration contributes to its regal appearance, creating a sense of richness and refinement.
The medium to coarse-grained texture of Tarn Royal Granite enhances its visual appeal, providing a distinctive and textured surface. The presence of paler, darker minerals within the granite adds depth and contrast, further elevating its overall aesthetic charm.
This granite variety is particularly captivating due to its magmatic origins. As an intrusive rock, it is quarried in the Lac Haut quarry in France. The unique geological formation and the extraction process contribute to the distinct characteristics of Tarn Royal Granite, making it a sought-after material for interior and exterior design projects.
In summary, Tarn Royal Granite is distinguished by its darker grey color, medium to coarse grain, and the presence of paler, darker minerals. Its regal charm and sophistication make it a captivating choice for enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any space, while its origin in the Lac Haut quarry adds a touch of geological uniqueness.
Mineralogical composition
Quartz:38,2%
Plagioclase:38,5%
Orthoclase (alkali feldspar):12,9%
Biotite mica:10,2%
Muscovite mica:0,2%
Petrographic data
Tarn Royal is a magmatic intrusive rock, granite.
Minerals: Darker grey, medium to coarse grained granite with paler darker minerals.
Technical specifications
Petrographic classification Mean value +/- standard deviation
Apparent Density EN 1936 2670 ± 10 kg/m3
Porosity EN 1936 0,2 ± 0,1 vol%
Flexural Strength EN 12372 17,9 ±1,4 MPa
Compressive Strength EN 1926 225 ±15 MPa
Wear Resistance EN 14157 18,5 mm
Frost Resistance EN 12371 Frost resistant (>168 cycles)