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Basalt

Basalt is a mineral that is referred to in building literature as glass or rock wool, but it is actually a type of natural stone like marble . However, it has been enriched through various industrial processes and made into an insulation material. It is also preferred as pavers and cubes for flooring purposes. It has a harder structure than other stones. Its durability is always ahead and it is a stone that is very easy to find. Since it is very convenient, its areas of use have increased rapidly. It is extracted from many cities of Turkey, especially cities such as Kayseri, Antep, Ankara, Izmir, Çorlu, Urfa and Diyarbakır.

What is basalt rock?

Basalt, a type of natural stone of magmatic origin, is a type of extrusive rock. Basalt (Kayseri Stone), which is often heard among the public, is a natural stone of volcanic origin. The main characteristic that distinguishes this type of rock, formed as a result of volcanic eruption, from other stones is that it is very hard and durable. Basalt is usually gray or black in color, but quickly turns brown or rust red due to oxidation to other iron oxides and hydroxides.

Due to decomposition or high concentrations of plagioclase, some basalts can be quite light in color. Basalt has a fine-grained mineral texture because the molten rock cools too quickly for large mineral crystals to grow; it usually contains larger crystals embedded in a finer-grained matrix. It has the characteristic of being used in very hot and cold climates. Its greatest characteristic is that it allows a very smooth line due to the fact that it is a homogeneous stone. It is one of the most important stones of choice for pavements and roads, as it can be made with problem-free surfaces. It is a stone with a fine grain, dense structure and high resistance to weight, resistant to the conditions of nature in every way. Basalt stone is quite hard to wear. Because it is resistant to high pressure, it has a very suitable structure in fine workmanship.

What are the uses of basalt rocks?

Basalt stone is the strongest and most durable natural stone in the world. Thanks to its superior resistance to all harsh conditions, it manages to be the most preferred among natural stones. Thanks to its amazing properties, the field of application of basalt stone is also quite wide. The basalts are homogeneous, non-fading, their colors and unpolished, erased or roughly sculpted surface forms, and the "rustic" style, reminiscent of historical texture, pastel and serene color format, which has been the choice of domestic and international natural stone users in the last decade. With the addition of its weather resistance and thermal-acoustic insulation properties, it began to be used as a finishing stone in many projects.

Basalt stone can also be included in some concrete compositions These compositions are effectively used as raw materials in ceramic production and glass industry due to its dense mineral structure. Basalt also offers very economical and practical solutions as a raw material in heat storage systems. Basalt is used in the production of stone wool material used in various coating applications. The applications of basalt stone are expanding. This natural stone, initially considered by the building and decoration sector, is also among the preferences of sculptors. Basalt can be used to make trinkets and ornaments as souvenirs.

Basalt Stone Prices - How much is basalt worth?

Basalt is used for a variety of purposes. It is most commonly crushed and used as an aggregate in construction projects. Basalt is known as a dimension stone, just like granite. Thin slabs of basalt rock are cut and sometimes polished for use as floor tiles, building cladding, monuments and other stone objects. You can contact the Central Factory and Kadıköy Showroom for stock information, availability and best basalt prices.