Ettringer Tuff natural stone – polished sample photo 1

Ettringer Tuff natural stone polished sample – Marmi di Carrara – beige, grey (1) — Ettringer Tuff natural stone – polished sample photo 1. Photo © Marmi di Carrara srl.

About this photo

This photograph shows a polished sample in Ettringer Tuff, a natural stone from Germany. The dominant tones measured on the image are beige (84%), grey (16%). Ettringer Tuff belongs to the natural stone family; typical uses are flooring, cladding, tops and custom works.

Dominant tones

beige 84%grey 16%

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About Ettringer Tuff

Ettringer Tuff is a beige natural stone from Germany. Petrographically it is classified as tuff. Texture: coarse. It is also traded as Volcanic Tuff. Marmi di Carrara supplies it as blocks, slabs of 2 and 3 cm, tiles and cut-to-size elements, in the finishes typical of this family: polished, honed, brushed. Recommended applications: suitable for interior and exterior applications.

Technical sheet

Material	Ettringer Tuff
Stone family	Natural stone
Origin	Germany
Base colour	Beige & Cream
Formats available	Blocks, slabs 2 cm and 3 cm, tiles, cut-to-size
Typical finishes	Polished, honed, brushed
Typical uses	Flooring, cladding, tops and custom works
Bulk density (EN 1936)	2,300–2,800 kg/m³
Water absorption (EN 13755)	0.1–5 %
Compressive strength (EN 1926)	30–250 MPa
Flexural strength (EN 12372)	5–25 MPa
Mohs hardness	3–7
Weight of a 2 cm slab	about 52 kg/m²
Photo shows	Polished sample
Image size	1200 × 900 px

Density, absorption and strength are indicative ranges for the stone family, not test results of this block. Certified values for a specific lot are provided with the offer.

Catalogue data

Also known as	Volcanic Tuff
Trade classification	Other
Petrographic classification	Tuff
Texture and grain	coarse
Recommended applications	Suitable for interior and exterior applications
Availability	good
Notes	Ideal material for "historical looking" outside wall cladding, impossible to polish, but very easy to work.

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Where to use Ettringer Tuff

Interior floors	Good
Wall cladding	Good
Kitchen worktops	With care
Bathrooms and wet areas	Good
Exterior paving and façades	With care
Frost exposure	With care
Back-lighting	Not suitable

General guidance for the natural stone family. The right thickness, finish and treatment for Ettringer Tuff are confirmed on your project.

Weights

Thickness (mm)	about 26 kg/m²
Thickness (mm)	about 52 kg/m²
Thickness (mm)	about 78 kg/m²
Thickness (mm)	about 104 kg/m²
Thickness (mm)	about 130 kg/m²
Slab 300 × 180 cm, 2 cm	about 281 kg
Slab 300 × 180 cm, 3 cm	about 421 kg
20-foot container (about 27 t)	about 520 m² of 2 cm slabs

Weights are calculated from the typical density of the stone family; the packing list of each shipment states the real weight.

Questions and answers

What is Ettringer Tuff used for?

Ettringer Tuff is a natural stone from Germany. Typical uses are flooring, cladding, tops and custom works.

Which finishes are available for Ettringer Tuff?

The usual finishes for this stone family are polished, honed, brushed. The finish is chosen according to the use and confirmed with the offer.

How much does Ettringer Tuff weigh?

About 52 kg per square metre at 2 cm and 78 kg at 3 cm, calculated from the typical density of the family.

How do I look after Ettringer Tuff?

Water and a neutral stone detergent, no acids or descalers, and an impregnating sealer.

Can I buy the slab shown in this photo?

Natural stone changes from block to block. Send us this photo with the form: we check the lots available now in our warehouse and reply with current photos, sizes and price.