Basalt casting process

More than twice as strong as natural basalt, our cast basalt has been used successfully in heavy industrial applications for over 20 years.

Basalt casting was originally developed in the China to be used as a replacement to iron and steel which was in short supply after WWII – the crushed natural basalt is heated back to molten lava and then poured into moulds to make components such as pipes and floor tiles, which are incredibly hard wearing and abrasion resistant.

Cast basalt can be formed into a diverse range of shapes and surface patterns –  including bespoke designs (min 325m2). During the cooling process the surface of the material achieves a glass-like patina, with an iridescence and texture that is unique to each piece.