Description:

  • Origin: Aswan / Eastern Desert, Egypt

  • Stone Type: Natural intrusive igneous rock (True Granite)

  • Color Palette: Unique wavy or flowing pattern combining shades of grey, pink, brown, and black with a distinct striped or swirling crystalline texture

  • Recommended Applications: High-end architectural cladding, decorative flooring, countertops, luxury interior features, and monuments

  • Common Finishes: Polished, Honed, Flamed, Brushed, and Bush-hammered

Technical Data

Technical specifications and physical property test results for Egyptian Gandola Granite:

Physical PropertyStandard Test MethodTypical Specification Range / Value
Density (Bulk Specific Gravity)ASTM C 97$2,640 – 2,710 \text{ kg/m}^3$
Water Absorption (by weight)ASTM C 97$0.15\% – 0.38\%$
Compressive StrengthASTM C 170$160 – 200 \text{ MPa}$ (~23,200 – 29,000 psi)
Flexural StrengthASTM C 880$13 – 19 \text{ MPa}$ (~1,885 – 2,750 psi)
Abrasion ResistanceASTM C 241 / C 1353$36 – 43 \text{ Ha}$
HardnessMohs Scale6 – 7