Color
Region
Occurrence
Reservation Availability
Other Commercial Names
Recommended Uses
Countertops
Decorative pieces
Kerbs of Natural Stone for External Paving (NP EN 1343)
Modular tiles (NP EN 12057)
Paving Cubes and Kerbs (NP EN 1342)
Rough blocks (NP EN 1467)
Rough Slabs (NP EN 1468)
Shower Tray
Slabs (NP EN 1341)
Slabs for Cladding (NP EN 1469)
Slabs for Floors and Stairs (NP EN 12058)
Moura, A. C., & Carvalho, C. (2007). Mármores e calcários ornamentais de Portugal. Gestão de Artes Gráficas SA, Amadora. – http://www.lneg.pt/download/7310/index.html
Uniaxial Compressive Strength
Apparent Density
Mechanical Compressive Strength after Freeze-Thaw Testing
Bending Strength
Water Absorption at Atmospheric Pressure
Open Porosity
Maximum Thermal Expansion Coefficient
Abrasion Resistance (Capon)
Impact Resistance: Minimum Drop Height