-Lefkochrysos Standard (coarse grain)-
Description & Features
Lefkochrysos Standard is the most visually striking of the three grades of Lefkochrysos, the Albanian calcitic stone sold as marble in fine (A), medium (Medium) and coarse (Standard) versions. On a warm beige to light taupe background, dense fragments of different sizes stand out – cream and off-white angular pieces, beige grains and smaller grey-brown specks – forming a rich, almost breccia-like pattern without veins. This texture makes dust, marks and natural wear less noticeable, which is why the coarse grade is preferred in busy areas. In the photo the slab is polished, with a strong shine that brings out the contrast of the fragments; in a honed or antiqued finish the look becomes softer and more rustic, and it is also available brushed. The technical values in the table are given as typical for carbonate stones and are not test results for this variety. It suits stairs, entrance and commercial floors, window sills and door thresholds, wall cladding and fireplace surrounds. Like every calcitic stone, it etches on contact with acids and needs sealing, and the batch should be checked before exterior use in areas with frost.
Why choose Lefkochrysos Standard (coarse grain)
- Coarse-grain grade with a lively, natural character
- Fragments that hide dust and wear
- Keeps its looks in high-traffic areas
- Polish that highlights the contrast of the fragments
Technical Specifications
| Geological Type | Calcitic rock traded as 'marble' – coarse-grain grade with visible fragments (exact petrographic classification not documented) |
| Country of Origin | Albania |
| Color & Pattern | Warm beige to light taupe background with dense, clearly visible fragments in cream, off-white and grey-brown, no veins |
| Hardness (Mohs) | ≈3 (calcite – typical value, no test found for this variety) |
| Density (g/cm³) | ≈2.6–2.7 (typical for compact carbonate stones – no test found for this variety) |
| Frost Resistance | No freeze–thaw test data – exterior use only after checking the batch, especially in areas with frost |
| Acid Sensitivity | Yes – calcitic stone, etches/dulls on contact with acids |
| Recommended Finishes | Polished, Honed, Antiqued, Brushed |
Common Applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Export & project supply
SKARIS MARBLE supplies Lefkochrysos Standard (coarse grain) to stone importers, fabricators, architects and hotel projects outside Greece. From our facility in Thessaloniki we handle the whole order in-house:
- Slab selection and matching – we grade and match the slabs for colour and veining, so a large order stays uniform across the whole project.
- Cut-to-size and finishing – pieces cut, edged and finished to your drawings, numbered per room or elevation and ready to install.
- Mixed shipments – Greek marbles, granites, porous limestone (porolithos) and quartz surfaces can be combined in one order.
- Export packing – crated and labelled for sea or road freight, ex-works Thessaloniki; delivered terms quoted on request.
Send us your drawings or quantities and we will come back with a quotation and availability.
