Red Aswan - Egyptian Granite

Red Aswan granite, also known as Syenite

is a type of granite that is quarried in the Aswan region of Egypt. It is a beautiful and distinctive granite that has been used for thousands of years in construction and decorative arts. The granite is known for its rich red color, which varies in intensity from light to dark, and its unique texture and veining.

 

• One of the reasons why Red Aswan granite has been so popular throughout history is its durability. It is one of the hardest types of granite in the world and is resistant to weathering, erosion, and other natural forces. This durability has made it a popular choice for use in building construction, such as for columns, flooring, and cladding.

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• The ancient Egyptians were particularly fond of Red Aswan granite and used it extensively in their monumental architecture. The granite was quarried as early as the Old Kingdom period (2686-2181 BCE) and was used in the construction of many of Egypt's most iconic structures, such as the pyramids, obelisks, and temples.

 

• The quarries in Aswan where Red Aswan granite is sourced are still active today, and the granite is still highly sought after for use in contemporary architecture and design. In addition to its durability, Red Aswan granite's rich color and unique veining make it a popular choice for interior design applications, such as countertops, vanities, and flooring.
   

• In terms of its physical characteristics, Red Aswan granite is a type of syenite granite. Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock that is composed primarily of feldspar and hornblende. The rock is typically gray or pinkish-gray in color, but the presence of iron oxide in Red Aswan granite gives it its distinctive red hue.
   

• Red Aswan granite is often described as having a fine to medium-grained texture, with a slight sparkle due to the presence of quartz crystals. The granite's unique veining patterns are caused by the presence of small amounts of minerals such as biotite, magnetite, and apatite.

 

In conclusion

Red Aswan granite is a beautiful and durable type of granite that has been used for thousands of years in construction and decorative arts. Its unique color, texture, and veining have made it a popular choice throughout history, and it remains highly sought after today. Whether used in traditional or contemporary applications, Red Aswan granite is a stunning and versatile material that is sure to stand the test of time.

 

Egyptian Granite - Red Aswan

Material Name : Red Aswan

Granite color: Red Granite 

Country of origin: Egyptian Granite quarry | Egypt 

Material availability: Blocks, small slabs, tiles, Countertops

Dimensions of the small slabs: 265-300cm x 40, 50,60, 70, 80, 90 , 105 cm

Thickness of the granite small . slabs (Availability): 18-20-30-40 (up to 100mm by order)

Dimensions of the Granite tiles (Availability): Any dimensions

Thickness of the Granite tiles for floors or walls: 18-20-30-40mm (up to 200mm by order)

Surface finishes: Polished, Saw-cut, honed, Flamed 

 

Standard Specifications & Technical Data:-

Compressive Strength: ( psi )21500

Flexural Strength: ( psi )22

Abrasion Resistance Hardness: ( Ha )43.5

Density: ( Kg/m3 )2.634

Water Absorption: %0.08

modulus of Rupture: ( psi ) 2300