Ripples Grey Granite

Ripples Grey Granite is a distinctive natural granite quarried in China, featuring a muted earthy grey-green, sage and olive-grey base. Its most characteristic feature is the pronounced 3D relief surface, with undulating, crater-like depressions and raised areas resembling eroded riverbeds or water-worn rock.

Texture:

Deeply textured, natural split, chiseled or bush-hammered appearance

• Hardness: Approx. Mohs 6–7
• Density: Approx. 2,700–2,750 kg/m³
• Water Absorption: Approx. 0.2–0.4%
• Flexural Strength: Approx. 13–17 MPa
• Compressive Strength: Approx. 150–190 MPa

Indicative Mineral Composition:

Quartz 20–35%, feldspar 45–70%, biotite/amphibole and accessory minerals 5–15%.

Indicative Chemical Composition:

SiO₂ 65–75%, Al₂O₃ 12–17%, Fe oxides 1–6%, CaO 1–5%, MgO 0.5–3%, Na₂O 2–5%, K₂O 3–6%.

Applications:

Exterior and interior wall cladding, façades, garden and landscape walls, retaining walls, feature walls, fireplaces, water features and architectural landscaping.

Maintenance:

Clean with water or a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Avoid acids and abrasive chemicals. A penetrating sealer may be used where additional stain protection is required.

Technical values are indicative and should be confirmed with the quarry's official test report.