BK Genesis Limestone Blocks

Stone Information

BK Genesis Limestone – Piedra Paloma, S.L.

We are Piedra Paloma, S.L., quarry owners and suppliers of high-quality BK Genesis Limestone raw blocks extracted from our own quarry in Calatorao, Zaragoza, Spain.

BK Genesis is a recrystallized fossiliferous limestone distinguished by its horizontal stripes in red, green, and gold. This stone represents the balance of heterogeneity and homogeneity, brought forward through new extraction methods that highlight its natural striped structure while maintaining consistency in each phase of processing.

A material of identity, exclusivity, and elegance, BK Genesis stands out worldwide for its aesthetic beauty, technical reliability, and cultural value. Its style and personality elevate architecture and decoration to the highest levels of refinement and international recognition.

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Origin

• Type: Recrystallized fossiliferous limestone (sedimentary rock)

• Quarry Location: Calatorao, Province of Zaragoza, Spain

• Export Hub: Pedrera, Seville, Spain

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Texture & Pattern

• Fine-grained crystalline limestone with fossil traces

• Striking horizontal veins in red, green, and gold

• Natural balance of uniform base and decorative variation

• Distinctive for its warm tones and timeless appearance

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Technical Properties (Test Results)

(according to UNE-EN Standards)

• Water Absorption at Atmospheric Pressure (UNE-EN 13755): 0.30 ± 0.0 %

• Slip Resistance (UNE-EN 14231:2004):

  • Wet SRV: 71.67 ± 1.64 units

  • Dry SRV: 64.75 ± 2.75 units

• Apparent Density (UNE-EN 1936): 2622 ± 98 kg/m³

• Open Porosity (UNE-EN 1936): 1.0 ± 0.1 %

• Compressive Strength (UNE-EN 1926): 98.0 ± 11.5 MPa

• Frost Resistance (UNE-EN 13271): Change of flexural strength after 100 cycles: 20.1 ± 9.0 MPa

• Resistance to Ageing by Thermal Shock (UNE-EN 14066): Mass loss after 20 cycles: 0.3 %

• Breaking Load at Dowel Hole (UNE-EN 13364:2002): 2400 ± 400 N

• Water Absorption Coefficient by Capillarity (UNE-EN 1925): 0.89 ± 0.15 g/m²·s½

• Abrasion Resistance (UNE-EN 1341; Annex C): 23.4 ± 0.7 mm

• Flexural Strength under Concentrated Load (UNE-EN 12372):

  • Low Expected Value: 18.8 MPa

  • Mean Value: 21.0 MPa

  • Standard Deviation: 1.6 MPa

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Hardness, Chemical & Mineral Composition (% by weight)

• Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃): ~96–98%

• Silica (SiO₂): ~1–2%

• Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO₃): ~0.5–1%

• Iron Oxides (Fe₂O₃): Trace amounts (responsible for red/golden hues)

• Fossils & accessory minerals: minor

Mohs Hardness: ~3–4

Quarry Information

We are Piedra Paloma, S.L., quarry owners and suppliers of high-quality BK Genesis Limestone raw blocks extracted from our own quarry in Calatorao, Zaragoza, Spain.

Stock Information

Cutting Sizes & Formats

• Raw Blocks: Quarry direct supply

• Slabs: 2 cm & 3 cm thickness (standard)

• Tiles & Cut-to-Size:

  • Metric: 30×30 cm, 60×30 cm, 60×60 cm, 120×60 cm

  • Imperial: 12″×12″, 24″×12″, 24″×24″, 48″×24″

• Custom Dimensions: Available on request

Packing Details

Packing Details:

• Raw blocks: Wire-cut, secured with steel strapping

Shipping Details

Shipping Method: Containerized export via Seville (Pedrera)

Payment Details

• Payment Terms: T/T, L/C, or as per contract agreement

• Delivery Terms: FOB, CNF, CIF worldwide

Usage Informations

• Applications

  • Exterior: Facades, cladding, paving, pool areas

  • Interior: Flooring, wall cladding, stairs, fireplaces

  • Special Projects: Sculptures, columns, furniture elements

  • Decorative Uses: Book-matched wall panels, design features

Other

Maintenance

• Clean with mild pH-neutral detergents (avoid acids and abrasives)

• Regular sealing recommended for high-traffic or exterior areas

• Easy to maintain due to low porosity and high density