Lavastone natural stone – polished sample photo 1

Lavastone natural stone polished sample – Marmi di Carrara – charcoal, green (1) — Lavastone natural stone – polished sample photo 1. Photo © Marmi di Carrara srl.

About this photo

This photograph shows a polished sample in Lavastone, a natural stone from Germany. The dominant tones measured on the image are charcoal (77%), green (23%). Lavastone belongs to the natural stone family; typical uses are flooring, cladding, tops and custom works.

Dominant tones

charcoal 77%green 23%

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About Lavastone

Lavastone is a grey natural stone from Germany. Petrographically it is classified as lava. Texture: medium. It is also traded as Basaltic Lava, Basaltlava. 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	Lavastone
Stone family	Natural stone
Origin	Germany
Base colour	Grey
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	Basaltic Lava, Basaltlava
Trade classification	Other
Petrographic classification	Lava
Texture and grain	medium
Recommended applications	Suitable for interior and exterior applications
Availability	good
Notes	Though similar material can be found worldwide, it is principally used in Central Europe. The suppliers ususally prefer to sell cut-to-size. Pieces with more than 150 cm are possible.

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Where to use Lavastone

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 Lavastone 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 Lavastone used for?

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

Which finishes are available for Lavastone?

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 Lavastone 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 Lavastone?

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.