Piedra Bateig Limestone

About
Item Details
- Material Type:
- Limestone
- Origin:
Spain (Elda, Alicante, Valencia) - 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:
- Bateig Crema Limestone, Ibero Limestone, Piedra de Bateig, Piedra de Novelda, Piedra Elda, Piedra Novelda, Pietra Elda, Bateig Beige Limestone, Bateig Diamante Limestone, Bateig Diamant Diamante Limestone, Piedra Bateig
- Finished Surface:
- Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Testing
- Water Absorption:
- 5.6 weight %
- Density:
- 2220 - 2520 kg/m³
- Flexural Strength:
- 11.3 MPa
- Compressive Strength:
- 28.4 - 35.0 MPa
Description
Piedra Bateig Limestone is a high-quality biocalcarenite limestone quarried in the province of Alicante, Spain. It is prized for its uniform fine-grained texture and its natural earthy tone, which varies from beige-gray to light creamy beige. This limestone has been used extensively in architectural and construction projects due to its balance of aesthetic appeal and technical performance.
General Description:
Stone Type: Biocalcarenite (a variety of limestone containing fossil fragments and calcareous grains)
Color: Earth beige-gray to light creamy beige
Texture: Fine-grained, compact, and uniform with subtle fossil marks and soft sedimentary lines, offering a warm, elegant appearance
Technical Properties (Typical Values):
- Specific Weight...2.22 g/cm³
- Water Absorption...5.7%
- Compressive Strength...350 kg/cm² (≈ 34.3 MPa)
- Flexural Strength...113 kg/cm² (≈ 11.1 MPa)
- Frost Resistance (Module)...0.08%
- Abrasion Resistance...Moderate
- Porosity...Moderate–High
- Hardness...Medium (suitable for exterior and interior use with proper treatment)
Chemical and Mineral Composition (% by weight):
Note: Values are approximate and can vary slightly by quarry layer.
- CaCO3 (Calcium Carbonate)...85–92%
- SiO2 (Silica)...4–6%
- Al2O3 (Alumina)...<1%
- Fe2O3 (Iron Oxide)...<0.5%
- MgCO3 (Magnesium Carbonate)...<1%
- Organic Matter/Clay...Trace amounts
Typical Applications:
- Interior and exterior cladding
- Paving for light to medium traffic
- Façades and ventilated wall systems
- Columns, balustrades, and architectural stonework
- Masonry, restoration, and heritage projects
- Landscaping, pool decks, and garden elements
Cutting Sizes (Standard Dimensions):
Slabs:
- Thickness: 2 cm, 3 cm (±0.5 cm tolerance)
- Custom thickness available on request
Tiles/Modules:
- 30x30 cm (12"x12")
- 40x40 cm (16"x16")
- 30x60 cm (12"x24")
- 60x60 cm (24"x24")
- Custom sizes possible for projects
Surface Finishes Available:
- Honed (matte)
- Polished
- Bush-hammered
- Sandblasted
- Aged / Tumbled
- Brushed
- Sawn
Maintenance:
- Clean with pH-neutral stone cleaner
- Periodic sealing recommended (especially for exterior or wet areas)
- Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners
- Suitable for low-maintenance interiors with occasional dry mopping
















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