| Title | ग्रेनाइट फ़र्श पत्थर (Granite Paving)Rare Grenāiṭa farś patthar Granite Paving |
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| Description | ग्रेनाइट फ़र्श (Granite Paving), or ग्रेनाइट शिला फ़र्श, is a ubiquitous construction material in the Indic subcontinent, particularly Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. A coarse-grained igneous rock [1], its primary constituents are quartz, feldspar, and mica, imparting a density of 2.6-2.7 g/cm³ and compressive strength ranging from 100-250 MPa. Its low water absorption (0.1-0.5%) contributes to its durability. Historically, quarries in regions like Karnataka provided कृष्णाश्मा (Krishnashma, black stone) for structures during the Vijayanagara and Chola dynasties. Traditional methods involved splitting the stone along natural seam-faces [1]. The material's robustness made it ideal for exterior paving, walkways, courtyards (आंगन, Aangan), and terraces. Conservation efforts for heritage sites incorporating ग्रेनाइट पत्थर फ़र्श (Granite Patthar Farsh) require careful consideration of weathering patterns and appropriate repair techniques, often involving the use of compatible mortars and minimal intervention to preserve the original fabric. The term कठोर पत्थर फ़र्श (Kathor Patthar Farsh, hard stone paving) reflects its inherent strength. |
| Also Known As | Granite Paving Grenāiṭa farś patthar Granite Paving Stone Granite Floor Tiles Granite Pavers ग्रेनाइट शिला फ़र्श ग्रेनाइट पत्थर फ़र्श कठोर पत्थर फ़र्श कृष्णाश्मा फ़र्श கருங்கல் தரை (Karungal tharai) గ్రానైట్ ఫ్లోరింగ్ (Grānaiṭ phlōriṅg) ಗ್ರಾನೈಟ್ ನೆಲಹಾಸು (Grānaiṭ nelahāsu) ഗ്രാനൈറ്റ് തറയോട് (Granaiṟṟ taṟayēāṭ) |
| Tags | Granite Paving Flooring Stone Exterior Interior |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-986588009-20-11-25-GN |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/granite-paving |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/granite-paving |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Igneous Rock Granite |
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| Regions | Karnataka Tamil Nadu |
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| Sources | Aihole quarries South Indian quarries |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 100-250 MPa Density: 2.6-2.7 g/cm³ Water absorption: 0.1-0.5% |
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| Uses | Exterior paving Interior flooring Walkways Courtyards Terraces |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) रेत - Ret (Sand) |
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| Categories | Mandir Pavement |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir London | Primary | Walls | 100% |