Filstone Beije MV Limestone

About
Item Details
- Material Type:
- Limestone
- Origin:
Portugal (Fatima, Ourém,Santarém District, Beira Litoral Province) - Primary Color(s):
- Beige
- Recommended Usage:
- Kitchen and bathroom countertops, wash basins, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces
- Additional Names:
- Filstone Beije Limestone, Filstone Beige MV Limestone, Fatima Creme Beije Limestone, Creme Fatima Limestone, Filstone Beije Medium Vein Limestone, Filstone Beije MV, Filstone Beije MV Limestone
- Finished Surface:
- Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Testing
- Water Absorption:
- 3.22 %
- Density:
- 2473 Kg/m3
- Flexural Strength:
- 11.7- 13.3 MPa
- Compressive Strength:
- 106.0 - 130.64 Ma
- Stone texture:
- beige limestone quarried in Portugal by the company Filstone. a type of natural beige limestone quarried in the Fatima, Ourém, and Santarém regions of Portugal. The "MV" in its name stands for "Medium Vein," which describes its medium-grained texture and naturally visible, smooth, and sometimes "wild" veining that gives the stone character
Description
Filstone Beije MV Limestone is a natural beige limestone quarried in the regions of Fátima, Ourém, and Santarém in Portugal. The stone is characterized by its medium grain texture and the presence of naturally visible, smooth, and sometimes "wild" veining that lends unique character and appeal. The "MV" in its name refers to "Medium Vein," indicating the distinct veining pattern that defines this type of limestone.
Physical and Mechanical Properties:
- Water Absorption: 3.22%
- Density: 2473 Kg/m³
- Flexural Strength: 11.7 - 13.3 MPa
- Compressive Strength: 106.0 - 130.64 MPa
Other Properties:
- Hardness: Specific hardness values are typically obtained through customized testing.
- Porosity: Generally moderate, contributing to the stone's water absorption characteristics.
- Slip Resistance: Typically moderate; however, slip resistance can vary based on surface finish.
Chemical and Mineral Composition:
- Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃): High percentage, as expected in limestone, typically above 80% by weight.
- Silica (SiO₂): Minor component, usually present in the form of quartz.
- Iron Oxides (Fe₂O₃) and Aluminum Oxides (Al₂O₃): Present in trace amounts, contributing to the color variations and vein patterns.
Usage:
- Suitable for interior and exterior applications including flooring, wall cladding, stairs, and countertops.
- Often used in residential and commercial projects due to its aesthetic appeal and functional properties.
Maintenance:
- Regular cleaning recommended, using pH-neutral cleaners to preserve the limestone's natural appearance.
- Sealing may be recommended in high-traffic or moisture-prone areas to reduce staining and improve durability.
Common Surface Finishes:
- Polished: For a high-gloss, reflective finish.
- Honed: Smooth but non-reflective, which makes it ideal for floors and areas where slip resistance is needed.
- Brushed (Antiqued): Offers a textured surface that highlights natural patterns and veining.
- Bush-Hammered: Provides a rough, textured finish useful for external paving and slip-resistant surfaces.
Filstone Beije MV Limestone offers versatility and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular choice in architecture and interior design, particularly where a classic and elegant look is desired.
Physical–Mechanical Properties
- Apparent Density: 2473 kg/m³
- Open Porosity: 8.45 %
- Water Absorption at Normal Atmospheric Pressure: 3.22 %
- Capillary Water Absorption: 12.55 g/m²·s⁰·⁵
- Uniaxial Compressive Strength (Dry Conditions): 130.64 MPa
- Uniaxial Compressive Strength after Freeze–Thaw Test: 106.00 MPa
- Flexural Strength under Central Load (Dry Conditions): 13.30 MPa
- Flexural Strength under Central Load after Freeze–Thaw Test: 11.70 MPa
- Flexural Strength under Central Load after Thermal Shock: 12.00 MPa
- Volume Change after Frost Cycles (140 cycles): 29.00 %
- Breaking Load at Dowel Hole: 2041.67 N
- Sound Speed Propagation (Pulse Velocity): 5.05 km/s
- Rupture Energy3.00 JAbrasion Resistance: 22.25 mm
- Slip Resistance (Dry, Sawn – Coefficient of Friction × 100): 55.83
- Slip Resistance (Wet, Sawn – Coefficient of Friction × 100): 67.83

















