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Coral
Limestone
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Technical Information - Coral

The terms Fossilstone...Shellstone...Coquina...Coralstone...refer to numerous
types of limestone's that were deposited on ancient sea beds. True to their names
these stones contain fossilized marine life.

Their unique characteristics are unlike any other stone available. These stones vary widely from fragile chalky seashell encrusted with an open texture to a denser harder stone suitable for flooring materials.

Their applications include flooring...pavers...columns...furniture & more.

GROUP

Sedimentary...These are considered Limestone's.

HARDNESS

Soft

      MOHS'    SCALE

3

POROSITY %

High

      ABSORPTION %

High

WEATHERING
CHARACTERISTICS

The colored coralstones contain carbonaceous pigmenting matter. In exterior installation these pigments are affected by the weathering process and the UV rays of the sun and will fade to lighter colors over time.

TENDENCIES

Easily absorbs oils & other liquids...Easily scratched...Acid-Sensitive

COLORS

Radical variations of colors from cream to creamy-white...tan to dark brown...rust light yellow...black. Some varieties are multi-colored and some contain strong veins of golden yellow to white or clear crystal formations.

FINISHES

Natural Texture...Rustic...Rough-Hewn...Saw-Cut...Honed
Smooth Matt Finish...Polished

NOTATIONS

Highly recommended to treat these stones with a water repellent for practical maintenance considerations and to minimize staining.

 

 

 

 

 

 


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