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  Realstone Limestone - Ancaster Hard White
     
  New Build, Interior Stone
 
Ancaster Hard White [view large image]
Description
Quarried from Lincolnshire, East England, this is a seductive light cream limestone, uniform in colour and texture. Quarried since Roman times, this hard limestone has been used for centuries in Cathedrals, Stately Homes and many other prestigious buildings.
Technical Results
Geological Type
Jurassic Limestone
Colour
Cream White/Clustered Shells
Water Absorption
5.8% BS EN 13755:2002
Porosity
15.30% BS EN 1936:1999
Density
2299 Kg/cubic metre
Abrasion Resistance
25.4mm Moderate Commercial Use BS EN 1341:2001
Compressive Strength
25 MPa
Durability
Pass. Change in flexural Strenght 14% BS EN 1341:2001
Saturation Coefficient
0.9% BRE 89
Slip Resistance
Dry 67 Wet 41
Average Block Size
1500x800x350mm
Documentation
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Miscellaneous Information
A sealer is recommended for inside use for all Natural stones-please refer to the following website links: Lithofin, Tensid, Triple 'C' Products.
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