mineral / Stone / Igneous

Black/Grey granite, 400x400x30mm, flamed finish (30mm)

Premium black/grey granite tiles with flame-textured finish providing excellent slip resistance and durability for exterior applications in Australian climates

Atlas code
MIN-STN-IGN-002
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Black/Grey granite, 400x400x30mm, flamed finish (30mm)
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Premium black/grey granite tiles with flame-textured finish providing excellent slip resistance and durability for exterior applications in Australian climates

Overview
Executive summary

Black/grey granite tiles measuring 400x400x30mm with flamed surface finish. This natural igneous stone features exceptional durability with compressive strength of 150-200 MPa and minimal water absorption (0.2-0.4%). The flamed finish is achieved through high-temperature flame treatment creating a rough, non-slip surface ideal for outdoor paving, pool surrounds, and high-traffic areas. Suitable for all Australian climate zones and BAL ratings.

Best when…
  • Exceptional durability and longevity (100+ years)
  • Excellent slip resistance with flamed finish
  • Non-combustible (suitable for all BAL zones)
  • Low water absorption (0.2-0.4%)
  • High compressive strength (150-200 MPa)
  • UV resistant with minimal fading
  • Low maintenance requirements
Top advantages
  1. 01 Exceptional durability and longevity (100+ years)
  2. 02 Excellent slip resistance with flamed finish
  3. 03 Non-combustible (suitable for all BAL zones)
  4. 04 Low water absorption (0.2-0.4%)
  5. 05 High compressive strength (150-200 MPa)
Top limitations
  1. 01 Higher initial cost than manufactured alternatives
  2. 02 Requires periodic sealing (12-24 months)
  3. 03 Heavy weight requires structural consideration
  4. 04 Limited thermal insulation properties
  5. 05 Can show efflorescence if not properly sealed
Technical
Physical ·9
Density
2700 kg/m³
Specific gravity
2.7
Porosity
0.8 %
Water absorption
0.3 %
Hardness
6.5
UV resistance
Excellent // Natural stone UV stable
Chemical resistance
Good // Resistant to most chemicals
pH tolerance
3-11
Surface roughness
50 µm
Mechanical ·7
Tensile strength
12 MPa
Compressive strength
175 MPa
Flexural strength
15 MPa
Shear strength
18 MPa
Poisson's ratio
0.25
Impact resistance
High // Qualitative rating
Creep resistance
Excellent // Minimal creep in stone
Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon & energy ·7
Embodied carbon
240 kgCO2e/m³ Per m³ of granite; per-kg ≈ 0.089 kgCO2e/kg at density 2700 kg/m³.
Carbon footprint
0.3
Embodied energy
2.5 MJ/kg
Water footprint
150 L/kg
Recycled content
0 %
Renewable content
0 %
Circular score
7
Compliance & Fire
Fire performance ·5
Combustibility class
Non-combustible // BCA classification
Fire resistance level
Non-combustible // AS 1530.1
Flame spread index
0
Smoke dev. index
0
Heat release rate
0
Cost & Lifecycle
Capex & lead time ·6
Material cost (range)
150-250 // AUD/m²
Material cost (per unit)
200
Lead time
4-8 weeks // Typical for imported stone
Lifecycle cost
350
Annual maintenance
5
Market availability
Good // Regular imports available
Service life & durability ·3
Expected lifespan
100+ years // With proper maintenance
Maintenance interval
12-24 months // Sealing frequency
Warranty period
10 years // Typical supplier warranty
Layer D

Where it's used

External paving and pathways
Pool surrounds and wet areas
Commercial entrance areas
Driveways and high-traffic zones
Landscape features and retaining walls
Bushfire-prone area construction
MIN-STN-IGN-002 · Materials Atlas · CLAD Atlas data is reference-only. Verify against manufacturer specifications and current standards before specifying.