Bateig Blanco Limestone is a high-quality Spanish limestone, also known as a biocalcarenite, quarried in the province of Alicante. It is renowned for its fine-grained texture, light creamy beige color, and soft ivory white shades, making it a favored material in architecture and design for both contemporary and classical aesthetics. 

Petrographic Description:

• Type: Biocalcarenite (a type of limestone rich in fossil fragments and calcareous grains)
• Color: Light creamy beige with ivory white cloudy shades
• Grain size: Fine to very fine
• Texture: Homogeneous, compact, and uniform
• Pattern: Subtle cloudy variation, minimal veining, sometimes with fossil remains

Physical & Mechanical Properties:

• Specific Weight...2.22 g/cm³
• Water Absorption Coefficient...5.7%
• Compressive Strength...350 kg/cm² (≈ 34.3 MPa)
• Flexural Strength...113 kg/cm² (≈ 11.1 MPa)
• Frost Resistance (Mod. Frost)...0.08%
• Porosity...Moderate
• Abrasion Resistance...Low to Medium

Chemical Composition (% by weight, typical):

• Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃)...92–96%
• Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO₃)...1–2%
• Silica (SiO₂)...1–2%
• Iron Oxide (Fe₂O₃)...<0.5%
• Alumina (Al₂O₃)...<0.5%
• Others (trace elements, clay, organic matter)...<1%

Mineral Composition (% by weight, typical):

• Calcite...90–95%
• Quartz...1–2%
• Clay Minerals...<1%
• Fossil Fragments...Present (bioclasts)

Applications:

Due to its aesthetic appeal and workability, Bateig Blanco Limestone is widely used for:

• Exterior cladding and facades
• Interior wall coverings
• Flooring and staircases
• Columns and balustrades
• Carvings and decorative elements
• Restoration of historic buildings

Not recommended for heavy-traffic flooring or freeze-thaw zones without proper treatment due to moderate porosity and frost resistance.

Cutting Sizes:

Slabs:

• Thickness: 2 cm (0.79") or 3 cm (1.18")
• Dimensions: typically up to 240 x 120 cm (94.5" x 47.2")

Tiles:

• 30x30 cm (11.8" x 11.8")
• 40x40 cm (15.7" x 15.7")
• 60x30 cm (23.6" x 11.8")
• Custom sizes available upon request

Surface Finishes Available:

• Honed (matte)
• Polished (less common due to porosity)
• Bush-hammered
• Sandblasted
• Brushed
• Antiqued
• Chiseled / Hand-worked (for rustic effects)

Maintenance:

Sealing: Recommended after installation, especially in wet or high-traffic areas

Cleaning: Use neutral pH cleaners; avoid acidic or harsh chemical agents

Long-Term Care: Periodic resealing and dusting maintain its appearance

Stain Prevention: Promptly clean spills, particularly oils and wine