Farrar Red

DESCRIPTION:	Hard fine-grained sandstone without visible laminations. Very durable with good weathering qualities. Country of origin: China
COLOUR:	Medium to dark red.
Density: ASTMC97-96	2370 Kg/m³
Compressive Strength: ASTM C170-90	Dry:105 N/ sq mm. Wet:72 N/sq.mm
Water Absorption: ASTM C97-90	3.05%
Porosity: BR141,BRE REPORT 1989	7.56%
Saturation Coefficient BR141,BRE REPORT 1989	0.95
Flextural Strength ASTM C99-87 (WET)	5.00 MPa
Durability:	Tests indicate that failure due to frost action is unlikely.
Sodium Sulfate Crystallisation Test: BR141,BRE REPORT 1989	Saturated solution 15 cycles on 50 mm square cubes. Percentage loss in weight:1.4 % (average 5 cubes). Class B
Slip Resistance: Wet: BSEN1341	73

Please note that sandstone is a natural product and all results are subject to variation