ALGONQUIN LIMESTONE

Algonquin Limestone Types

Algonquin Limestone with a honed finish displays a warm neutral “earthy” tones. Light brown-beige with a subtle fleuri pattern. This stone is indigenous to the Wiarton, Ontario, Canada region and is not known to exist anywhere else throughout the world. Honed Algonquin is generally used in interior applications while the sandblasted and smooth sanded finishes are popular choices for exterior cladding and cut stone masonry.

Description: Subtle fleuri pattern
Colour: Warm neutral buff with grey and black veins
Finishes: Honed, Polished, Sandblasted, Smoothsanded, Bush-hammered (Fleuri only)
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Tiles, Slabs, Panels
Maximum Vein Cut Width: 12” to 14”
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55”
Comments: Often referred to “Hariri Pontarini’s signature stone”

ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 - 1.63%
Density C97 - 160 lbs/ cu.ft
Compressive Strength C170 - 14,250 psi
Modulus of Rupture C99 - 2,810 psi
Abrasion Resistance C241 - 21.3
Flexural Strength C880 – n/a



ERAMOSA LIMESTONE

Eramosa Limestone Types

Eramosa Limestone, due to its unique and pronounced fleuri pattern, accepts a variety of different finishes very well. It is originates from the Wiarton – Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada region and is not known to exist anywhere else throughout the world. Owen Sound (quarried) Limestone is a variation of the Eramosa Limestone but is sold as a natural surface top and bottom. Wiarton Eramosa Limestone wall stone is sold with a sawn top and bottom.

Textural contrast can be achieved by sandblasting or bush hammering Eramosa. The rougher finishes are generally specified for exterior panels and vertical panels. Comparatively to other stone, Eramosa is a very durable and long lasting limestone.

Description: Distinct appearance due to lively fleuri and heavy veining
Colour: Dark to light brown with black undertones 

Finishes: Honed, Polished, Sandblasted, Smoothsanded, Bush-hammered (Fleuri only)
Applications: Exterior, Interior 

Products: Tiles, Slabs, Wall Stone, Panels, Pavers

Maximum Vein Cut Width: 24” 

Minimum Vein Cut Thickness: 1/2” 

Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55” Comments: Often referred to as “Mosa”, “Tiger-stripe”, “Eramosa Marble”, “Magic Brown Marble"


ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 - 0.19%
Density C97 - 165 lbs/ cu.ft 

Compressive Strength C170 - 20,882 psi 

Modulus of Rupture C99 - N/A
Abrasion Resistance C241 - 24.5
Flexural Strength C880 - 3,442 psi

 




HOPE BAY LIMESTONE

Hope Bay Limestone

Hope Bay Limestone has an inconsistent “cloud-like” patterning (fleuri cut). Vein Cut material has a similar patterning but has a noticeably thick and subtle veining pattern. Hope Bay Limestone is an excellent choice for exterior applications: split face wall stone applications illustrate the stone’s vibrant, crisp white look while honed exterior wall panels demonstrate the inconsistent, rich hues of natural stone.

Description: Stone has small inconsistent natural pitting and holes 1/16th “ to 1/8th ” in size
Colour: Cream colour with a range of green, blue, grey or brown undertones.
Finishes: Honed, Sandblasted, Smooth Sanded, Bush-hammered finishes
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Tiles, Slabs, Panels, Pavers, Wall stone
Maximum Vein Cut Width: 36”
Minimum Vein Cut Thickness: 3/8”
Maximum Flueri/Vein Length: 60”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 36”
Comments: Often considered a substitute for Arriscraft stone


ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 2.49%
Density C97 - 154.8 lbs/ cu.ft
Compressive Strength C170 - 12,387 psi
Modulus of Rupture C99 - 855 psi




INDIANA LIMESTONE

Indiana Limestone Types

Indiana Limestone is commonly used in a variety of residential and commercial construction. Indiana Limestone has various colours of buff and grey tones. The colour and patterning is generally consistent throughout. There is virtually no distinct patterning unless the stone is vein cut and given a honed/polished finish.

Description: Consistent in colour and pattern.
Colour: Buff or Grey Colour
Finishes: Polished, Honed, Sandblasted, Smooth Sanded, Bush-hammered finishes
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Tiles, Slabs, Panels, Wall stone, Carvings, Pavers
Maximum Vein Cut Width: n/a
Minimum Vein Cut Thickness: n/a
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55”

ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 - 0.95%
Density C97 - 155 lbs/cu.ft
Compressive Strength C170 - 8,600 psi
Modulus of Rupture C99 - 1,350 psi
Abrasion Resistance C241 - 7.8
Flexural Strength C880 - N/A




MARA LIMESTONE

Mara Limestone Types

Mara is often polished for countertops and flooring or it can be “split faced” and used as wallstone. When honed or polished, the stone has a “mottled”, inconsistent appearance. This high density dolomite is made into polished marble or split into wall stone. The marble is light grey-brown with modulations of subtle blues and greens. Mara can take a high polish. Mara wall stone has a definite grey-green appearance with earthy rust colours intermittent throughout.

Description: Inconsistent subtle “mottled” look. No discernible veining, pattern consistent throughout.
Colour: Variation of Green and Brown Tones Hints of Blue and Grey undertones
Finishes: Polished, Honed, Sandblasted, Smooth Sanded, Bush-hammered finishes
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Tiles, Slabs, Panels, Wall Stone
Maximum Vein Cut Width: n/a
Minimum Vein Cut Thickness: n/a
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 72”

ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 - 0.95%
Density C97 - 172 lbs/cu.ft
Compressive Strength C170 - 24,372 psi
Modulus of Rupture C99 - 2,804 psi
Abrasion Resistance C241 - N/A Flexural Strength C880 - N/A




SENESUN LIMESTONE

Mara Limestone Types

Senesun Limestone is most commonly for small or midsize construction projects. This is due to the restrictions and difficulties involved when quarrying this stone.

Description: Consistent colour with inconsistent black veining with no distinguishable patterning.
Colour: Cream, light buff
Finishes: Split Faced, Natural, Sawn and Sandblasted
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Wall stone, Steps, Sills, Veneer
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55”
Comments: Often referred to Highway 6 Stone/Material




WIARTON BROWN/GREY MIX LIMESTONE

Mara Limestone Types

Wiarton Brown/Grey Mix Limestone is most commonly sold together for any midsize or large scale construction projects. Wiarton Brown and Wiarton Grey stone is ONLY sold separately for extremely small purchases (ie. 2 Wiarton Brown steps). This is due to the restrictions and difficulties involved when quarrying this stone.

Description: Inconsistent in colour range and pattern
Colour: Brown, Grey and ranges between both colour spectrums
Finishes: Split Faced, Natural, Sawn and Sandblasted
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Wall stone, Steps, Sills, Veneer
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55”




STRATA LIMESTONE

Strata Limestone Types

Strata Limestone is a “pockmark” laden, undulating material that shows both the character and imperfection of stone. It is primarily used as retaining walls and wall stone material. There is no mistaking strata limestone for a “man-made”, concrete product.

Description: Consistent in colour and pattern.
Colour: Buff or Grey Colour
Finishes: Natural, Split Faced, Sawn
Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Veneer, Panels, Wall stone, Retaining Walls, Planter Edging
Maximum Vein Cut Width: n/a
Minimum Vein Cut Thickness: n/a
Maximum Fleuri/Vein Length: 110”
Maximum Fleuri Width: 55”


ASTM Physical Test Results
Absorption by Weight C97 - 1.10%
Density C97 - 168.6 lbs/cu.ft
Compressive Strength C170 - 6,043 psi
Modulus of Rupture C99 - 1,039 psi
Abrasion Resistance C241 - N/A
Flexural Strength C880 - N/A




 

FLAGSTONE

Flagstone Samples

Flagstone is a stone that splits naturally at varying thicknesses. Dependent upon the sedimentary layers found in the earth, thicknesses can vary greatly. Flagstone can be flat but often has an imperfect cleft appearance. All thicknesses are considered plus or minus approximations due to the imperfect naturally occurring seams within the stone.

Description: Consistent in colour and pattern.
Colour: Buff or Black Colour
Finishes: Natural, Sandblasted

Applications: Exterior, Interior
Products: Veneer, Panels, Wall stone, Retaining Walls, Walkways, Driveways, Copings, Steps
Thickness: Approximately 3/8”, ½”, 3/4”, 1-1¼” or 2”
Sizes: Random

Limestone being a natural product will always vary in both colour and texture.