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Lumshill Stone - Sandstone
WATTS CLIFFE
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Description
Hard medium-grained Carboniferous Westphalian sandstone. buff but with a hint of ginger. Durable with good weathering qualities.
Technical Results
Geological Type
Carboniferous / Millstone grit
Colour
Lilac / Grey
Water Absorption
4.75 % BS EN 13755
Porosity
17.20 % BS EN 1936
Density
2230 kg/m3
Compressive Strength
56 MPa BS EN 1926 (1999)
Durability
Tests indicate that failure due to frost action is unlikely
Saturation Coefficient
0.67 %
Acid Immersion
Pass BRE 141
Documentation
PDF document of stone specifications
Miscellaneous Information
Please note that stone is a natural product and all results are subject to variation