Crema del Desierto Limestone is a warm, elegant natural stone quarried in Durango, Mexico, prized for its soothing appearance and durable structure. Here's a complete technical and aesthetic description:

General Description

• Stone Name: Crema del Desierto Limestone
• Quarry Origin: Durango, Mexico
• Color Palette: Warm light creamy golden beige with soft amber undertones
• Visual Characteristics: Rich in shelly fossil segments, adding natural charm and texture; consistent but organic fossil and sedimentary patterns throughout the surface
• Stone Type: Sedimentary – Limestone

Texture and Pattern

Texture: Smooth to fine-grain

Pattern:

• Naturally scattered shell and fossil imprints
• Subtle linear or cloudy variations due to ancient marine deposits
• Visually warm and inviting, making it ideal for Mediterranean or tropical-inspired designs

Technical Test Results

(typical for limestones from this region – exact values vary by batch; should be laboratory tested per EN or ASTM standards)

• Apparent Density: 2,380 – 2,550 kg/m³
• Water Absorption by Weight: 2.5 – 3.8%
• Porosity: 10 – 14%
• Flexural Strength: 8 – 12 MPa
• Compressive Strength: 50 – 80 MPa
• Abrasion Resistance: Moderate (not ideal for high-traffic floors)
• Mohs Hardness: ~3 – 4

Chemical Composition (% by weight)

• Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃): 90 – 95%
• Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO₃): 1 – 3%
• Silica (SiO₂): 1 – 2%
• Iron Oxides (Fe₂O₃): < 1%
• Alumina (Al₂O₃): < 1%

* High CaCO₃ content contributes to its consistent beige tone and fossil content.

Available Cutting Sizes (cm)

Tiles:

• 30×30
• 40×40
• 60×30
• 60×40
• 60×60
• 80×40
• Custom sizes on request

Slabs:

• Typically 2 cm and 3 cm thickness
• Up to 240×120 cm available depending on block size

Surface Finish Options

• Honed: Most popular, gives a matte smooth finish
• Polished: Enhances color depth and fossil detail
• Brushed: Adds slight texture, aged look
• Tumbled: Ideal for rustic or antique styles
• Sandblasted + Brushed: For non-slip surfaces, often used in pool decks or outdoor patios

Recommended Applications

• Interior Flooring (low to moderate traffic)
• Wall Cladding
• Bathroom Walls / Vanities
• Fireplace Surrounds
• Tabletops
• Outdoor Paving (in dry, non-freezing climates)
• Pool Coping and Surrounds (when properly sealed)

Maintenance

• Regular dusting and pH-neutral stone cleaner
• Annual sealing recommended (especially for wet or exterior areas)
• Avoid acidic cleaners (can etch calcium carbonate)