Material
Basalt
Origin
Various global sources
Synonyms
Giallo d’Istria, Istrian Yellow, Kanfanar Limestone, Pietra d’Istria, Canfanar Limestone
Color
Warm beige to light yellow with natural fossilized shell patterns and tonal variations
Available Finishes
Honed, Bush-Hammered, Split, Sandblasted, or Brushed
Compressive Strength
128-214 MPa (depending on layer and source)
Water Absorption
0.49 – 1.04%
Density
2636 – 2680 kg/m³
Recommend Use
Wall copings, pillar caps, parapets, garden walls, retaining walls, facades, pool surrounds, architectural detailing, stair stringers
Key Properties:
Frost-resistant, extremely durable, low maintenance, acid-sensitive (limestone), slip-resistant, prestigious historical and Mediterranean aesthetic ideal for traditional and contemporary architecture









