About
Material Type:
Basalt
Origin:
Italy
((Etna, Provincia di Catania, Sicilia))
Priamry Color(s):
Black
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
Additional Names:Basalto Nero Di Etna,Basalto Dell'etna,Basalto D'etna,Lava D'etna,Lava Di Nero Etna,Basaltina Siciliano,Basaltina Di Sicilia,Pietra Lavica,Pietra Lavica Di Catania,Pietra Lavica Dell`Etna,Etna Basalt,Lava Etna,Etna Black Basalt
Finished Surface:Polished,Flamed,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Testing
Water
Absorption:3.0 - 5.0 %
Density:2863 Kg/m³
Compressive
Strength:179.0 - 185.0 MPa
Description
Basalto di Etna, also known as Pietra Lavica, is a homogeneous lava stone quarried in Etna, Provincia di Catania, Sicilia. This natural stone is recognized for its distinctive characteristics and versatile applications.
The stone exhibits a uniform dark grey to black color, creating a visually appealing and cohesive appearance. The homogeneity of Basalto di Etna adds a sense of sleekness and sophistication, making it suitable for various design purposes.
Quarried in the volcanic region of Etna in Sicily, this lava stone carries the unique imprint of its geological origin. The stone's formation from volcanic activity lends it a rugged and natural charm, and the dark coloration adds a touch of drama to its overall aesthetic.
Basalto di Etna, or Pietra Lavica, finds application in a wide range of architectural and design projects. Its durability, coupled with the unique visual appeal of dark grey to black hues, makes it a sought-after material for outdoor and indoor use, including paving, cladding, and other decorative elements. The association with Etna, a symbol of Sicily's volcanic landscape, further enhances the stone's distinctive character and allure.
Item Details
Quarry Location:
(Etna, Provincia di Catania, Sicilia)
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
Additional Names:
Basalto Nero Di Etna,Basalto Dell'etna,Basalto D'etna,Lava D'etna,Lava Di Nero Etna,Basaltina Siciliano,Basaltina Di Sicilia,Pietra Lavica,Pietra Lavica Di Catania,Pietra Lavica Dell`Etna,Etna Basalt,Lava Etna,Etna Black Basalt
Finished Surface:
Polished,Flamed,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Water Absorption:
3.0 - 5.0 %
Density:
2863 Kg/m³
Compressive Strength:
179.0 - 185.0 MPa
Description
Basalto di Etna, also known as Pietra Lavica, is a homogeneous lava stone quarried in Etna, Provincia di Catania, Sicilia. This natural stone is recognized for its distinctive characteristics and versatile applications.
The stone exhibits a uniform dark grey to black color, creating a visually appealing and cohesive appearance. The homogeneity of Basalto di Etna adds a sense of sleekness and sophistication, making it suitable for various design purposes.
Quarried in the volcanic region of Etna in Sicily, this lava stone carries the unique imprint of its geological origin. The stone's formation from volcanic activity lends it a rugged and natural charm, and the dark coloration adds a touch of drama to its overall aesthetic.
Basalto di Etna, or Pietra Lavica, finds application in a wide range of architectural and design projects. Its durability, coupled with the unique visual appeal of dark grey to black hues, makes it a sought-after material for outdoor and indoor use, including paving, cladding, and other decorative elements. The association with Etna, a symbol of Sicily's volcanic landscape, further enhances the stone's distinctive character and allure.