
Farrar Grey
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| DESCRIPTION: |
Hard fine-grained sandstone without visible laminations. Very durable with good weathering qualities.
Country of origin: China |
| COLOUR: |
Light Grey |
| Density:
(ASTM C97-96) |
2250 Kg/m³ |
| Compressive Strength:
ASTM C170-90 |
Dry: 78 N/ sq mm. Wet: 60 N/sq.mm |
| Water Absorption :
ASTM C97-90 |
4.67% |
| Porosity:
BRE141, BRE REPORT 1989 |
12.37% |
| Saturation Coefficient:
BR141, BRE REPORT 1989 |
0.85 |
| Flextural Strength:
ASTM C99-87 (WET) |
6.40 MPa |
| Durability: |
Tests indicate failure due to frost action is unlikely. |
| Sodium Sulphate Crystallisation Test:
BR141, BRE REPORT 1989 |
Saturated solution 15 cycles on 50mm sqaure cubes. Percentage loss in weight : 0.7% (average 5 cubes). Class A |
| Slip Resistance:
BSEN 1341 |
Wet : 65-70 |
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Please note that sandstone is a natural product and all results are subject to variation