Marble Tile Testing - Global Lab

Marble Tile Testing
(IS 1130 — Marble, Granite & Natural Stone)

Complete mechanical testing of marble, granite and natural stone tiles as per IS 1130 — verifying compressive strength, modulus of rupture, water absorption, abrasion hardness and dimensional accuracy.

Overview

What is the Marble Tile Testing?

Marble, Granite and Natural Stone Tiles are premium flooring and cladding materials whose performance depends on the inherent properties of the stone — density, compressive strength, modulus of rupture, abrasion resistance and water absorption. IS 1130 specifies test methods and minimum requirements for marble used in building construction.

At Global Lab, marble and stone tile testing is conducted as per IS 1130 and IS 3622 covering compressive strength, modulus of rupture (transverse strength), water absorption, abrasion hardness (Mohs scale and Böhme wheel), apparent specific gravity and dimensional tolerances — applicable to marble, granite, sandstone, slate and other natural stone products.

IS 1130 Complete Suite

All mandatory tests per IS 1130 for marble and natural stone tiles.

Modulus of Rupture

Transverse breaking strength — key parameter for thin stone tile thickness design.

Water Absorption

Low absorption confirms stone suitability for outdoor and wet applications.

Abrasion Resistance

Böhme wheel test determines wear resistance for floor stone tiles.

NABL Certified Reports

All results on NABL-accredited letterhead per IS 1130 / IS 3622.

All Stone Types

Marble, granite, sandstone, slate, limestone and quartzite all tested.

Test in Action

Marble Tile Testing — Site Images

Marble Tile Dimensional Measurement

Modulus of Rupture Three-Point Bending Test

Böhme Wheel Abrasion Test on Stone Tile

Test Procedure

How the Marble Tile Testing is Conducted

1

Sample Collection

Minimum 6 stone tile samples collected per IS 1130 procedure.
2

Dimensional Measurement

Length, width, thickness and flatness measured. Tolerances checked.
3

Water Absorption & Density

Tiles oven dried, weighed dry and immersed 24 hours. Absorption and density calculated.
4

Modulus of Rupture

Three-point bending test on stone tile. MOR = 3WL/2bt².
5

Abrasion & Report

Böhme wheel abrasion test. Compressive strength on prepared specimens. NABL report within 14 days.

Standards & Specifications

Applicable Test Standards

Standard	Title	Scope	Type
IS 1130	Marble (Blocks, Slabs and Tiles) — Specification	Marble Testing	Indian Standard
IS 3622	Sandstone (Blocks and Slabs) — Specification	Sandstone	Indian Standard
ASTM C97	Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone	Absorption	ASTM
BS EN 1925	Natural Stone Test Methods — Determination of Water Absorption Coefficient	Water Absorption	British Standard

Applications

Where is the CAPO Test Used?

Premium marble tile procurement quality control for residential and hospitality projects

Granite floor tile acceptance testing for airport, mall and commercial buildings

Sandstone cladding mechanical property verification for facade applications

Slate roofing tile water absorption and transverse strength testing

Export quality certification for Indian marble and granite manufacturers

Stone tile suitability assessment for outdoor and wet area applications

Why Choose Global Lab

Our Advantages

NABL Accredited ReportsLegally valid IS 1130 compliance certificates for procurement and export.

All Stone TypesMarble, granite, sandstone, slate, limestone and quartzite all in scope.

MOR for Tile Thickness DesignModulus of rupture data used for structural stone tile thickness calculation.

Fast 14-Day ReportComplete IS 1130 test suite within 14 days.

Pan-India CoverageTesting at all 7 NABL-accredited lab locations.

Export CertificationTest reports accepted for international procurement and export compliance.

Marble Tile Testing(IS 1130 — Marble, Granite & Natural Stone)