| Title | ग्रेनाइट आवरण - Grenait Āvaran (Granite Cladding)ग्रेनाइट आवरण Grenait Āvaran |
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| Description | ग्रेनाइट आवरण - Grenait Āvaran (Granite Cladding) involves the use of thin granite slabs as a non-load-bearing decorative or protective layer on building exteriors. Granite's durability and aesthetic appeal make it suitable for cladding. |
| Tags | ग्रेनाइट Grenait Cladding Stone Exterior Granite Veneer |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-011854606-20-11-25-GN |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/granite-cladding |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/granite-cladding |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Igneous Rock Natural Stone |
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| Regions | Karnataka Tamil Nadu Andhra Pradesh |
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| Time Periods | 20th Century CE 21st Century CE 20th Century CE onwards |
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| Sources | Quarries in Karnataka (e.g., Ilkal) Quarries in Tamil Nadu (e.g., Madurai) |
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| Properties | Density: 2.65-2.75 g/cm³ Compressive strength: 100-250 MPa Water absorption: 0.1-0.5% Thermal conductivity: 2.5-3.5 W/mK Density: 2650-2750 kg/m³ Thermal conductivity: 2.5-3.5 W/m.K |
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| Uses | Exterior wall cladding Decorative facing Paving Decorative facades Interior wall finishes |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) स्टील एंकर - Steel Enkar (Steel Anchors) Epoxy resin सीमेंट - Cement (Cement) |
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| Styles | Modern architecture Contemporary temple architecture |
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| Categories | Temple Commercial buildings Temple construction |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Geological Survey of India Reports | Geological Survey | Granite resources in India |
| ASTM C615 | Standard Specification | Granite Dimension Stone |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Sri Venkateswara Temple Penn Hills | Primary | 100% |