Blazing Black

A black diorite from Huopanankoski.

Blazing Black is a medium-grained diorite, its black foundation enlivened by greyish brown patterns. Suitable for all interior and outdoor uses.

Variation in colour: Average
Weather Resistance: Good
Abrasion Resistance: Good

Quarry site: Huopanankoski, Viitasaari
Quarrying began in 1960
Amount of Quarries: 1

Mechanical Properties
Density	2898 kg/m3
Water absorption	0,17 wt %
Compressive strength	222 MPa
Flexural strength	21.7 MPa
Hardness	5,9 Mohs

Mineral composition
Mica	5- 10 %
Plagioclase	60-70 %
Quartz	10-15 %
Pyroxene	5-10 %
Other	3- 5 %