Black Lavastone
Black Lavastone, also called Pedra Hitam Preta or Temple Stone, is an igneous volcanic rock formed from Mount Merapi’s eruption. This stone has a deep black color, low porosity, and high durability. It was used in the construction of Borobudur and Prambanan temples, which have stood for centuries without natural damage.
Finishing of “Black Lavastone”
Finishing | Size W x L x H (mm) |
Sawn Cut & Honed | 100x100x10, 100x200x10, 150x150x10, 200x200x10, 300x300x20, 300x600x20, 400x600x20, 300x300x40, 300x600x40, 400x600x40 |
Bush Hammered | 300x300x25, 300x600x25, 400x600x25 |
Split Face | 100x100x20, 100x200x20, 150x150x20, 200x200x20, 200×400 |
The Black Lavastone, also known as Pedra Hitam Preta or Temple Stone, comes from Mount Merapi, Central Java, Indonesia. It has a unique jet-black color and low porosity. Historically, Indonesian ancestors carved statues from lava rock, choosing smooth and non-porous surfaces for aesthetic beauty.
This highly weather-resistant stone was used in Indonesia’s famous temples, Borobudur and Prambanan, which have stood for centuries without damage. When used as pool tiles, Black Lavastone absorbs heat during the day and releases warmth at night, helping maintain pool water temperature. This stone provides a natural, ethnic, and tropical design.
Characteristics of Black Lavastone:
- Dark gray to jet black color
- Volcanic texture with tiny pores
- Durable and long-lasting
- Non-slip surface
- High resistance to heat and sound
- Fades much slower than concrete paving
- Strong against environmental wear
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