Alberene Soapstone
Soapstone | Quarried in Schuyler, VA, USA
Polycor Companies
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Polycor Companies
Soapstone | Quarried in Schuyler, VA, USA
The unique rustic look and industrial style of Alberene Soapstone have made it a designer choice since 1883. Its unusual thermal properties and closely-packed structure make it perfect for large spaces and heated flooring.
This stone is heat and acid resistant. It’s as tough as it gets!
Absorption by weight
ASTM C97
0.11%
0.11%
Density
ASTM C97
179.7lb/ft3
2 878.52kg/m3
Compressive strength
ASTM C170
4 180Psi
28.82MPa
Modulus of rupture
ASTM C99
1 490Psi
10.27MPa
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