Basalt from the Latin basaltes meaning “very hard stone”. Basalt is an eruptive igneous rock, rich in magnesium and iron. Due to its high hardness and resistance, it is one of the most used stones for covering walls and sidewalks. In this fillet model, the covering is 5 centimeters high and varies in length. With thicknesses ranging from 1 to 3.5 centimeters, this variation when installed on walls gives the impression of a 3D coating, with high and low relief.
latin basalt basalts what does it mean “very hard stone”.
Basalt is an eruptive igneous rock, rich in magnesium and iron. Due to its high hardness and resistance, it is one of the most used stones for covering walls and sidewalks.
Basalt is also on the surfaces of the Moon, Mars and Venus, as well as in some meteorites.
The predominant color of this stone is gray, which can vary with yellows, brown, graphite and some rust details.
In this fillet model, the covering is 5 centimeters high and varies in length. With thicknesses ranging from 1 to 3.5 centimeters, this variation when installed on walls gives the impression of a 3D coating, with high and low relief.
The placement of the high and low relief will depend on two things: thickness and mortar. When laying, your stone setter will separate the “thinner” stones from the “thicker” stones.
Depending on the model purchased, he will place a thinner stone next to a thicker one, and so on. Do not use stones of the same thickness side by side. This will make the 3D effect much more evident, making the placement much more beautiful.
*Attention: Each batch has differences in colors and thicknesses.
at the time of installation of your basalt stone, it is important to use all the stones that arrive at your work. Do not select the colors and sizes! This will cause a large loss of stone, causing much greater breakage.
Obs.: If you want to select the stones together with your mason, it is important to add a much larger break than already recommended, above your yardage.
Recommended break: 10% above the total footage.
The basalt stone is extremely resistant, face non-slip and low absorption compared to other types of coatings.
Due to its low level of absorption, it is a stone with low maintenance, getting much less dirty than a more porous stone.
Basalt can be used in different environments, indoors or outdoors without any worries.
In addition to being widely used in floors Because of its high durability, you can coat wet areas such as bathrooms, toilets and waterfalls. Warm areas such as barbecue or fireplace.
Also in bathrooms, offices, bedrooms, living rooms, gourmet areas, walls.
And we can't forget the FLAT. It is a product with a non-slip surface due to its rough texture, and in addition to being resistant, it can be used on ramps and garages, as it can withstand car passages.
A maintenance of basalt is low compared to other coatings.
For external areas, we recommend the use of a waterproofing agent if you want to protect against dirt and stains. But be careful!
The waterproofing agent recommended for basalt is oil-based. We do not recommend the use of other waterproofing agents, as they create a film on the stone and do not penetrate, thus peeling off over time and turning white, the maintenance will be much greater.
For waterproofing you can use Oleofugante. THE Oleofugante It will protect your stone, enhance the color but without giving it shine.
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