VOLGA BLUE CLASSIC

Explore the finishes of Volga Blue and discover how each surface creates its own expression. A natural material shaped in different ways, combining timeless beauty with durability for a wide range of architectural applications

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Polished

It is the premier choice for showcasing the stone’s natural internal structure, allowing the prominent crystals to catch the light and create a deep, luminous reflection. The brilliant sheen of this finish provides a sophisticated visual contrast when paired with matte or textured materials

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Leather

Leather or silk finish is the ideal option for those who prefer a tactile surface with a softer visual presence. The resulting surface is gently textured yet refined, offering a subtle grip that feels more grounded than a high-gloss polish while still preserving the richness of the stone’s color and natural pattern

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Waterjet

This finish is the definitive choice for moisture-prone areas where slip resistance is required. What sets this treatment apart is its precision: unlike traditional flaming, which can dull a stone’s appearance, the waterjet process maintains the stone’s original color depth and natural shimmering qualities

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Flamed

The flamed finish creates a naturally textured surface formed by exposing the stone to intense heat. While the dry surface appears more subdued with minimal crystalline reflection, moisture enhances the stone’s natural depth, revealing the richness of its color and mineral structure

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rock design

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Microdot design

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Cotton design

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Lineal design

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Labradorite LLC presents Raw Collection — an exclusive finish for premium projects featuring Volga Blue Labradorite. This new approach reveals the stone in a more natural and expressive way, highlighting its depth and distinctive blue iridescence.

Perfect for high-end architecture and design, Raw Collection brings a unique character to every space.

If you are interested in using our stone in your project, please contact us for professional consultation from our team

 

Technical Characteristics

Appearance: Dark gray, coarse-grained labradorite

Main Mineral: Plagioclase (90-95%)

Texture: Dense with a bluish sheen on cleavage planes

Composition: Anorthosites from the structural and petrographic complex of developed intrusive rocks

 
 
 
 
Density or volumetric weight: 2800 – 2830 kg/m³
 
Water absorption: 0,21%
 
Compressive strength limit: 168 MPa
 
Bending strength limit: 56 MPa
 
Attrition coefficient: 0,65g/cm²
 
Commercial name: Volga Blue MK
 

What is labradorite?

Labradorite forms deep within the Earth’s crust as molten rock slowly cools and solidifies. During this long geological process, minerals rich in calcium and sodium crystallize together, forming a structure known as plagioclase feldspar.

What makes Labradorite truly extraordinary is the way these minerals organize themselves as the crystal grows. Inside the stone, countless microscopic layers develop. These hidden internal structures are responsible for the phenomenon known as Labradorescence.

When light enters the stone, it travels deep into the crystal, where it interacts with those delicate internal layers. The light waves scatter and reflect back at different angles, producing luminous flashes of blue, green, gold.The result is a living play of light that seems to move beneath the surface of the stone. This optical effect is not a coating or pigment, it is a natural phenomenon created by the precise balance of heat, pressure, and time within the Earth


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