Moca Creme Grossa Limestone is a fine to medium-grained limestone with a light creamy beige background, featuring darker grains and subtle linear veins. This stone is quarried in Santarem, Alcanede - Porto de Mós, Leiria, Portugal. It is a compact and durable limestone, ideal for a wide range of applications, including interior and exterior designs.

1. Texture & Pattern

• Base Color: Light creamy beigeSecondary Tones: Subtle darker beige grains and linear veining
• Grain Type: Fine to medium-grainedTexture: Uniform, compact, and smooth
• Pattern: Parallel vein structure, creating a wood-like effect

2. Available Surface Finishes & Their Features

• Polished...High-gloss, enhances natural veining

   Common Uses: Indoor flooring, wall cladding, countertops

• Honed...Smooth, matte, non-reflective

   Common Uses: Bathrooms, interior walls, staircases

• Brushed...Soft textured, aged appearance

   Common Uses: Feature walls, rustic designs

• Tumbled...Weathered and antique effect

   Common Uses: Outdoor patios, garden paths

• Sandblasted...Textured, slip-resistant

   Common Uses: Outdoor paving, pool surrounds

• Bush-Hammered...Rough, high-slip resistance

   Common Uses: Exterior walls, public areas

• Leathered...Softly textured, warm matte look

   Common Uses: Modern interiors, countertops

3. Physical & Mechanical Properties

• Volumetric Weight: 2.515 g/cm³
• Water Absorption: 2.34%
• Apparent Porosity: 5.90%
• Compression Breaking Load: 927 Kg/cm²
• Compression Breaking Load (After Freeze Test): 867 Kg/cm²
• Bending Strength: 196 Kg/cm²

4. Chemical Composition (% by Weight)

• SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide): 0.07%
• Al₂O₃ (Aluminum Oxide): 0.54%
• Fe₂O₃ (Iron Oxide): 0.06%
• MnO (Manganese Oxide): 0.00%
• CaO (Calcium Oxide): 55.86%
• MgO (Magnesium Oxide): 0.10%
• Na₂O (Sodium Oxide): 0.06%
• K₂O (Potassium Oxide): 0.07%
• TiO₂ (Titanium Oxide): 0.00%
• CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide): 43.95%

5. Usage & Applications

Moca Creme Grossa Limestone is widely used in both residential and commercial projects due to its versatility and durability.

Interior Applications

• Flooring (Polished, Honed, Brushed)
• Wall Cladding (Polished, Honed)
• Staircases & Risers (Polished, Honed)
• Fireplaces & Feature Walls (Brushed, Leathered)
• Countertops & Vanity Tops (Polished, Honed)

Exterior Applications

• Façades & Wall Cladding (Honed, Bush-Hammered, Sandblasted)
• Outdoor Flooring & Pool Surrounds (Tumbled, Sandblasted, Bush-Hammered)
• Garden & Landscape Features (Tumbled, Brushed)

6. Maintenance & Care

• Sealing: Recommended, especially for polished and honed finishes, to prevent stains.
• Cleaning: Use pH-neutral stone cleaners; avoid acids (e.g., vinegar, lemon).
• Scratch Resistance: Moderate; use protective pads under furniture.
• Weather Resistance: Good; suitable for exterior use but may develop patina over time.

7. Available Sizes (in cm) & Thickness

Slabs:

• Standard Dimensions: 240x120, 270x150, 300x160
• Custom Sizes Available
• Thickness: 2 cm, 3 cm (Other thicknesses upon request)

Tiles:

• Standard Sizes: 30x30, 30x60, 60x60, 60x120
• Custom Cut-to-Size Available
• Thickness: 2 cm

8. Shipping & Packing

Shipping Method:

• FCL (Full Container Load) – Recommended for bulk orders
• LCL (Less than Container Load) – Available for smaller quantities
• Air Freight – For urgent small-sized shipments

Packing Details:

• Slabs: Strong wooden bundles with reinforced steel straps
• Tiles: Wooden crates with foam protection between layers
• Shipping Protection: Waterproof plastic wrapping & fumigation-treated wood

Moca Creme Grossa Limestone is a highly durable and aesthetically pleasing limestone with a unique wood-like veined texture. It is widely used in both indoor and outdoor applications and is available in multiple finishes and cut-to-size options. With its strong technical properties, it is suitable for wall cladding, flooring, staircases, and more.