Basalt
At Atlas Tile & Stone, we are proud to be your premier source for high-quality basalt pavers in Melbourne. Renowned for their outstanding durability and weather resistance, our Bluestone and Forte Grey tiles are perfect for a variety of outdoor applications. Our extensive selection includes tiles in various sizes and finishes—ranging from sawn to semi-honed, honed, and sandblasted—ensuring you find the ideal match for your project.
In addition to our current collection, Atlas Tile & Stone is happy to source rare or unique basalt pavers upon request. Whether you’re a homeowner or an industry professional, we are committed to helping you find the perfect basalt to meet your requirements.
Basalt pavers – Origin and Uses
Basalt is a robust and durable stone found throughout Australia and across the globe. It is widely utilized in residential, commercial, and public structures in Melbourne, making it a popular choice among locals for both its strength and aesthetic appeal.
As an aphanitic (fine-grained) extrusive igneous rock, basalt is formed from the rapid cooling of low-viscosity lava exposed to the Earth’s surface. In fact, more than 90% of all volcanic rock on Earth is basalt and its rapid-cooling, fine-grained properties chemically correspond to slow-cooling coarse-grained gabbro.
Basalt tiles are ideally suited to withstand Melbourne’s climate, making them excellent for outdoor applications such as pool coping, walkways, and stepping stones. Additionally, basalt can be effectively used for various indoor purposes. Our friendly stone suppliers are available to provide expert recommendations and free, no-obligation quotes for all types of bluestone products.
Leading Basalt tiles and pavers Supplier & Wholesaler in Melbourne
At Atlas Tile & Stone, our collection of basalt tiles is thoroughly inspected prior to sale, ensuring they come with guarantees for non-slip safety, long-term durability, and weather resistance. Among our featured products is the Forte Grey Anti-Slip Paver, celebrated for its unique color and surface finishes.
Forte Grey features a beautiful light green-grey background peppered with black mineral chips, creating a natural terrazzo look that manufactured options simply cannot replicate. With its consistent solid color and terrazzo pattern, this natural stone is an excellent choice for modern landscape designs, adding character and beauty to outdoor spaces.
Forte Grey pavers are dense and strong, with a sandblasted finish that provides superior slip resistance—making them safe for various outdoor applications. Easy to maintain, they are perfect for pool surrounds, patios, courtyards, walkways, and entertaining areas.
Why Choose Bluestone?
Bluestone, or basalt, is highly sought after across Australia due to its longevity and aesthetic appeal. Our premium bluestone offers a light grey tone with minimal holes, available in 20mm thickness with honed and sawn cut finishes, as well as paver, bullnose, and drop formats.
The benefits of using bluestone pavers include durability, a non-slip surface, longevity, easy installation, cost-effectiveness, and natural beauty. This versatile stone is suitable for indoor flooring, outdoor paving, wall cladding, and stepping stones, capable of withstanding heavy-duty vehicles and significant weight.
For exterior projects, bluestone paving is perfect for applications like pool pavers, pool coping tiles, footpaths, landscaping, driveways, and garden steppers.
For more information on our popular natural stone options, contact Atlas Tile & Stone or visit our showroom in Cheltenham. Choose our basalt pavers to infuse your outdoor space with a sense of natural beauty!
