About Forest Green Marble
Forest green marbles are known for their exquisite look and unique texture. These stones are highly durable with impervious surface. The glaze of the stones provide an aesthetic look to the surrounding. Forest green is specially popular with many homeowners for their rich, deep colors, veining and surprising durability. It has become a popular choice for kitchen and bathroom today. Forest green marbles also serves as an ideal counter tops, and have become architect's preference for commercial buildings. The reasonably strong and durable stone are available in the form of Blocks, Random Slabs, etc.
Physical Properties
Hardness | 3 to 4 on Moh's Scale |
Density | 2.5 to 2.65 Kg/m3 |
Compressive Strength | 1800 to 2100 Kg/cm2 |
Water Absorption | Less than 1% |
Porosity | Quite low |
Weather Impact | Resistant |
Chemical Properties
Silica (SiO2) | 38-40% |
Magnesium Oxide (MgO) | 34-38% |
Alumina (Al2O3) | 2-3% |
Iron Oxides | 5-6% |
Calcium oxide (Cao)& 12 | 1-2% |