BLUESTONE - BASALT – LATERITE STONE: POPULAR OUTDOOR PAVING STONES IN VIETNAM

1. Bluestone
Characteristics

• Origin: Primarily quarried in Thanh Hoa Province.

• Color: Bluish-grey or moss green, with natural veins or uniform color.

• High hardness and durability, excellent load-bearing capacity.

• Low water absorption, resistant to rain, sunlight, and temperature changes.

• Surface can be finished in various styles: bush-hammered, polished, sandblasted, honed, etc.

Outdoor Applications

• Paving for gardens, walkways, and stair steps.

• Cladding for fences, tree planters, and flower beds.

• Paving sidewalks, plazas, and resort areas.

• Suitable for projects requiring high durability and elegant aesthetics.

2. Basalt Stone
Characteristics

• Origin: Mainly quarried in the Central Highlands and South Central Coast regions.

• Color: Dark grey or deep black, with distinctive natural air holes.

• Fine-grained, dense texture, highly resistant to compression and abrasion.

• Absorbs less heat than some other dark-colored stones, giving a cool surface for barefoot walking.

Outdoor Applications

• Garden paving, walkways, and pool decks.

• Cladding for staircases, retaining walls, and water features.

• Used for cubic stones and split stones in landscaping.

• Ideal for modern or minimalist garden designs.

3. Laterite Stone
Characteristics

• Origin: Mainly quarried in volcanic rock regions (Quang Ngai, Binh Dinh, etc.).

• Color: Grey, brownish-grey, or black, with natural porous holes resembling a honeycomb.

• Lighter weight compared to solid stones, excellent slip resistance.

• Provides good thermal insulation and quick drainage.

Outdoor Applications

• Paving for gardens, walkways, and tree planters.

• Cladding for fences and both dry and wet landscape features.

• Commonly used in projects with a rustic, nature-inspired style.

• Often combined with greenery, pebbles, and wood to create a harmonious space.