Rosavel Granite Tiles

Stone Information

Rosavel Granite is a pink-colored rock, characterized by the size of its grains, some of which can sometimes reach 40 mm. It is classified as “granite with potassium feldspar megacrystals” and there are large natural reserves. It is extracted in the province of Ourense, in the municipality of Padrenda. The quarrying fronts are of great length, without fractures, alterations and variations in tone. Large blocks can be extracted and the material also accepts any type of surface finish and there is no loss of polish or alteration over time. It can be placed on interior or exterior elements.
Origin
Padrenda, Ourense (Spain)
Physical-mechanical characteristics:
Water absorption: 0.4%
Apparent density: 2610 Kg/m3
Frost resistance: 0.7%
Compressive strength: 167 MPa
Flexural strength: 6.8 MPa
Abrasion resistance: 16.7 mm
Anchor resistance: 2200 N

Other

Rosavel is a pink couloured rock, caracterised by the size of its grains, some of which can occasionally reach 60 mm. They can be classified as granite with megacrystals of potasium, felspar an there are great natural reserves of it. It allows any type of surface finish and never loses its polish shine. It can be employed both in interiors an exteriors.