Lumshill Stone - Limestone
 
ANCASTER HARD WHITE


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Description
Quarried from Lincolnshire, East England, this is a seductive light cream limestone, uniform in colour and texture. Quarried since Roman times, this hard limestone has been used for centuries in Cathedrals, Stately Homes and many other prestigious buildings.
 
Technical Results
 
Geological Type Jurassic Limestone
Colour Cream White/Clustered Shells
Water Absorption 5.8% BS EN 13755:2002
Porosity 15.30% BS EN 1936:1999
Density 2299 Kg/cubic metre
Abrasion Resistance 25.4mm Moderate Commercial Use BS EN 1341:2001
Compressive Strength 25 MPa
Durability Pass. Change in flexural Strenght 14% BS EN 1341:2001
Saturation Coefficient 0.9% BRE 89
Slip Resistance Dry 67 Wet 41
Average Block Size 1500x800x350mm
Documentation PDF document of stone specifications
Miscellaneous Information
A sealer is recommended for inside use for all Natural stones-please refer to the following website links: Lithofin, Tensid, Triple 'C' Products.