Block · 400 × 400 × 30 mm
Stone — indicative fig. M·111
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon 0.09kgCO₂e/kg LowCompressive 175MPa StructuralDesign life 100yr Durable
Premium black/grey granite tiles with flame-textured finish providing excellent slip resistance and durability for exterior applications in Australian climates
01 Physical
Density 2700kg/m³
Specific gravity 2.7
Porosity 0.8%
Water absorption 0.3%
Hardness 6.5
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance Good
pH tolerance 3-11
Surface roughness 50µm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 12MPa
Compressive strength 175MPa
Flexural strength 15MPa
Shear strength 18MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.25
Impact resistance High
Creep resistance Excellent
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 3W/m·K
Specific heat 800J/kg·K
Thermal expansion 0.000005×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level Non-combustible
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 240kgCO2e/m³
Carbon footprint 0.3
Embodied energy 2.5MJ/kg
Water footprint 150L/kg
Recyclability 100%
Recycled content 0%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 7
VOC emissions 0
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 2
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 100+ years
Maintenance interval 12-24 months
Warranty period 10 years
Material cost (range) 150-250
Material cost (per unit) 200
Lead time 4-8 weeks
Lifecycle cost 350
Annual maintenance 5
Market availability Good
07 Assessment
Advantages
- 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
Constraints
- Higher initial cost than manufactured alternatives
- Requires periodic sealing (12-24 months)
- Heavy weight requires structural consideration
- Limited thermal insulation properties
- Can show efflorescence if not properly sealed
- Natural variation between tiles
08 Applications
A1 External paving and pathways
A2 Pool surrounds and wet areas
A3 Commercial entrance areas
A4 Driveways and high-traffic zones
A5 Landscape features and retaining walls
A6 Bushfire-prone area construction
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.