Mongolia Black Basalt
Mongolia Black Basalt, also known simply as Mongolian Black, is a type of natural stone that originates from quarries in Mongolia. It is a dense, fine-grained igneous rock primarily composed of plagioclase, pyroxene, and sometimes olivine minerals. Its characteristic dark black color, along with its durability and aesthetic appeal, makes it a popular choice for various construction and landscaping applications.
Mongolia Black Basalt typically has a consistent, deep black color with occasional flecks or veins of lighter shades, adding to its visual interest. Its uniform color and texture make it suitable for both modern and traditional designs.
Mongolia Black Basalt is known for its durability and resistance to weathering, making it suitable for both interior and exterior applications. It can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including freeze-thaw cycles, making it ideal for outdoor paving, cladding, and landscaping.
Mongolia Black Basalt can be found in various finishes including polished, honed, flamed, and brushed, offering versatility in design options to suit different aesthetic preferences and project requirements.
It is popular for outdoor landscaping projects including paving stones, garden paths, retaining walls, and decorative features due to its natural beauty and ability to withstand heavy use.
Mongolia Black Basalt is commonly used in various construction applications such as flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and stairs due to its hardness and durability.
Its dark color and smooth texture make it a popular choice for water features like fountains and pools, adding a sophisticated touch to outdoor spaces.
Mongolia Black Basalt is valued for its aesthetic appeal, durability, and versatility, making it a sought-after material in the construction and landscaping industries.
Basalt Specification
Material | Mongolia Black Basalt |
Color | Black |
Application | Slabs, Tiles, Pavers, Steps, Kerbstoen, Countertop, Vanity top, Window cill, Tombstones, Special-Shaped, etc |
Size | Big slabs: 2500↑x1400↑x20/30mm |
Small slabs: 1800-2400x600-900x20/30mm | |
Thin slabs: 305x610mm, 305x305mm, 400x400mm, thickness: 10mm | |
Cut to size: 300x300mm, 600x300mm, 600x600mm, 400x400mm, 800x400mm, thickness: 15/20/30mm | |
Steps and risers: 1200-1300x330x20/30mm, 1200-1300x150-170x20mm | |
Customizable | |
Process | Sawn, Polished, Flamed, Bush hammered, Honed, Sandblasted, Antique, Water-jet, Leather, etc |
Basalt Performance
Material | Mongolia Black Basalt |
Density | 2.98 g/cm3 |
Water Absorption | 0.09% |
Compression Resistance | 201.1 MPa |
Flexural Strength | 196.8 MPa |
Note | These figures and details are given for guidance purposes only, no reliance should be taken as to their accuracy. |
Basalt Properties
Resistant to acids, corrosion
Good thermal insulation
Resistant to weathering
Fire resistant
Resistant to temperature changes
Durable
Tensile and compressive resistant
Suitable for interior and exterior floor and wall finishe
Other Product Application
Used as wall stone
This is a stone with unique and different beauty, elegant and delicate color, bold natural style. Therefore, this stone line is trusted in the design and decoration of walls. Especially with the design of the face or the torch, it will create a unique and unique beauty for your project. In addition to the aesthetic beauty, the durability of the stone also makes the quality of the work always sustainable.
Used as paver stone for walkways
Areas such as gardens and outdoor walkways are susceptible to environmental influences and the impact of frequent traffic. Therefore, the paving stones for the garden and walkways need to be firm. With the above characteristics, natural basalt can meet this requirement. In addition, the surface of the stone has been roughened to prevent slipping, so the basalt paving stone has a safety level to prevent slipping, which will make you feel very secure.
indoor Application
They can also be used as worktops, wall panels, fireplaces and countertops among others. They are also excellent as decorative stone and interior decoration.