Sandstone Products
Sandstones are usually composed of quartz grains, which are deposited by remaining in layers that are moved by wind and water, and then by natural factors, by cement materials such as silica, and iron oxide. calcium carbonate and clay are connected to each other.
Desirable features of Sandstone according to the American standard (ASTM):
Water absorption coefficient --------------------------Maximum 3%
Specific weight -----------------------------------------------2.40-2.56 g/cm2
Compressive strength ----------------------------------- At least 420 kg/cm2
Tensile strength -------------------------------------------- At least 69 kg/cm2
Abrasion resistance -------------------------------------- 7