Shandong Lu Gray Granite: Natural Grey Granite Slabs, Tiles & Project Stone For Cladding, Flooring and Paving

Introduction of Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Shandong Lu Gray Granite is a natural Chinese granite known for its understated grey appearance and practical versatility in architectural applications. Its neutral color works well with glass, metal, concrete, timber and other natural materials, making it a suitable option for contemporary buildings as well as traditional architectural designs.

Also marketed under names such as Lu Grey Granite or Shandong Grey Granite, this material is associated with China's Shandong stone-producing region. Commercial names can vary between suppliers, so buyers should confirm the exact material identity, quarry source and reference sample before placing an order.

For architects, contractors, stone importers and project procurement teams, Shandong Lu Gray Granite offers flexibility in product selection. Depending on the intended application, it can be fabricated into granite slabs, floor tiles, wall cladding panels, paving stones, stair treads, risers, kerbs and other made-to-measure stone products.

At Tingida Stone, we supply natural stone for international wholesale and architectural projects, with customized fabrication available according to project drawings, approved samples and technical requirements.

 

 

 Appearance and Material Characteristics

A Neutral Grey Palette for Architectural Design

The grey background gives Shandong Lu Gray Granite a restrained, balanced appearance. Depending on the selected block, the stone may display subtle variations in shade, mineral grains and surface texture.

Rather than relying on dramatic veining, its visual character suits designs where consistency across large areas is more important than a strong decorative pattern.

Potential applications include:

Contemporary building façades

Commercial and residential flooring

Public plazas and pedestrian areas

Entrance steps and exterior staircases

Landscape walls and garden paving

Window sills, coping and architectural details

Natural Variation and Block Selection

Granite is a natural material, so the appearance of individual slabs and finished pieces may vary. Grey tones, grain distribution and the overall visual effect should be assessed using actual production samples.

For projects requiring large quantities, we recommend reviewing representative slabs or sample panels before mass production. This helps the project team establish acceptable color variation, surface appearance and fabrication standards.

 

 

 

Where to Use Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Exterior Wall Cladding

Shandong Lu Gray Granite can be considered for exterior wall panels, entrance façades, podiums and other architectural elevations. Its grey appearance works particularly well in designs that combine stone with glass curtain walls, aluminium profiles or exposed concrete.

Panel thickness, anchoring details, wind loads and other structural requirements should be determined by the project engineer.

Interior Flooring

For commercial buildings, offices, hotels, apartment buildings and public interiors, grey granite provides a neutral flooring option that can coordinate with a wide range of finishes.

Polished surfaces create a more reflective appearance, while honed or other lower-sheen finishes provide a quieter visual effect. The appropriate finish depends on the design concept, cleaning requirements and expected foot traffic.

Outdoor Paving and Landscape Design

Shandong Lu Gray Granite can be fabricated into paving slabs for courtyards, walkways, plazas and selected landscape applications.

For outdoor paving, the finish is especially important. Flame-finished, bush-hammered or other textured surfaces may be considered where slip resistance is required. Final suitability should be assessed against the project's wet-condition requirements and applicable local standards.

Stairs, Steps and Entrance Areas

Custom granite stair treads, risers, landings and entrance steps can be produced according to architectural drawings.

For safe and consistent installation, buyers should specify dimensions, edge profiles, surface finishes, nosing details and any anti-slip treatment before production.

Kerbs, Coping and Architectural Components

The material may also be fabricated into kerbstones, wall caps, pool coping, window sills and other linear or custom-shaped products.

For poolside or other wet environments, confirm the intended exposure conditions, surface texture, water-management details and relevant durability requirements before selecting the material.

 

Available Surface Finishes

The surface finish changes both the appearance and practical performance of granite. Available options should be confirmed for the selected material and product dimensions.

Finish	Appearance	Potential applications
Polished	Smooth with a reflective sheen	Interior walls, decorative panels, selected flooring
Honed	Smooth, matte appearance	Interior floors, wall panels, window sills
Flamed	Textured, heat-treated surface	Exterior paving, steps and selected outdoor areas
Bush-hammered	Regularly textured surface	Public paving, walkways and landscape projects
Sandblasted	Fine, relatively uniform texture	Exterior panels and decorative paving
Sawn	Natural cut surface with a more industrial look	Selected cladding and paving applications
Leathered or brushed	Textured, less reflective appearance	Selected architectural and decorative uses

Not every finish is suitable for every application. For example, polished stone may be inappropriate for exposed walking surfaces where wet slip resistance is critical.

When requesting a quotation, specify the finish separately for each product category.

Shandong Lu Gray Granite Products and Sizes

Tingida Stone can quote granite products according to the project schedule, required thickness and fabrication drawings. The dimensions below are common quotation starting points, not a guarantee of stock availability.

Product	Reference dimensions	Typical thickness
Granite slabs	2400 mm and above × 1200 mm and above	20 / 30 mm
Wall cladding panels	Customized to elevation drawings	20 / 30 mm, subject to design
Floor tiles	300 × 300 mm; 300 × 600 mm; 600 × 600 mm	10 / 20 mm
Paving slabs	Customized modules	30 / 40 / 50 mm or as specified
Stair treads	1100–1500 × 300–330 mm	20 / 30 mm
Stair risers	Customized to stair dimensions	20 mm or as specified
Kerbstones	Customized length and cross-section	According to engineering drawings
Window sills and coping	Made to measure	According to drawings

Larger sizes, special thicknesses, edge treatments and irregular shapes can be evaluated individually.

Before production, confirm the finished dimensions, dimensional tolerances, edge details, quantity, packaging method and installation requirements. For exterior cladding, the panel layout and fixing system must be coordinated with the project's technical team.

Custom Fabrication for Stone Projects

Architectural stone procurement involves more than selecting a material. Finished products must match the drawings, installation method and delivery schedule.

Tingida Stone can coordinate fabrication requirements for Shandong Lu Gray Granite, including:

Slab cutting and dimensional processing

Cut-to-size wall and floor panels

Stair treads, risers and edge profiles

Kerbs, coping and window sills

Chamfered, rounded or other specified edges

CNC processing and selected custom shapes

Packing and export shipment preparation

For project orders, please provide drawings in PDF, CAD or another agreed format, together with the required quantities and delivery destination.

Where multiple production batches are necessary, a retained reference sample and agreed inspection criteria can help maintain a consistent visual standard.

 

 

Surface Finishes Available for Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Polished Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Suitable for:

Interior floors

Feature walls

Hotel interiors

Reception areas

Countertops

Vanity tops

Flamed Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Flaming produces a textured surface with a matte appearance.

It can be considered for:

Walkways

Steps

Landscaping

Outdoor paving

Exterior flooring

 

 

 

Bush-Hammered Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Bush-hammering produces a more pronounced texture.

This finish can be used for:

Exterior steps

Feature walls

Landscape paving

Architectural landscaping

 

 

Honed Shandong Lu Gray Granite

Honing creates a smooth but non-reflective surface.

It is suitable when the designer wants a quieter and more contemporary appearance.

Typical uses:

Interior floors

Walls

Staircases

Vanity tops

Selected countertops

Technical Data and Performance Verification

Technical performance depends on the exact quarry material, production lot, specimen condition and test method. Buyers should not rely on generic granite values when engineering approval is required.

The following information should be requested or confirmed for the selected Shandong Lu Gray Granite:

For exterior cladding, the stone's mechanical properties alone do not establish the safety of the complete façade system. Panel dimensions, support spacing, anchoring, wind loading and installation details must also be assessed.

 

 

Quality Inspection and Project Coordination

Natural granite should be inspected against the agreed specification rather than judged by color alone.

For Shandong Lu Gray Granite orders, the following points can be incorporated into the inspection plan:

Material selection: Confirm the selected stone, reference sample, visible color range and acceptable natural variation.

Dimensional inspection: Check length, width, thickness, squareness and other specified tolerances.

Surface inspection: Review visible cracks, chips, edge damage, uneven finishing and other defects against the agreed acceptance criteria.

Finish verification: Confirm that the surface treatment matches the approved sample and purchase specification.

Packing inspection: Check that finished products are separated and secured appropriately for transport, with suitable protection against movement and edge damage.

Documentation: Agree on inspection records, packing lists, product identification and any test reports required by the buyer.

For major projects, inspection requirements should be established before mass production. If laboratory testing is required, use results that correspond to the actual material and applicable test standards.

Packaging and International Shipping

For overseas orders, granite products should be packed according to their size, weight, finish and transport conditions.

Typical arrangements may include export-grade wooden crates, suitable separators, protective materials and clear package identification. Larger panels and custom-fabricated pieces may require additional support to reduce the risk of breakage during handling.

Before shipment, the buyer and supplier should confirm:

Product quantities and package numbering

Crate dimensions and gross weight

Container loading arrangements

Required export and shipping documents

Delivery terms and destination port

Inspection and dispatch schedule

For large architectural projects, coordinating packaging with the installation sequence can also help reduce handling and sorting time at the destination.

Available Sizes:

Cut-to-size: 300x300x20mm/30mm, 300x600x20mm/30mm, 600x600x20mm/30mm etc.

Cube Stone:  50x50x50mm, 80x80x50mm, 80x80x80mm, 100x100x50mm, 100x100x80mm

Tile: 305x305x10mm, 457x457x10mm, 305x610x10mm, 610x610x10mm etc.

Stair: 1100-1500x300-330x20/30mm, 1100-1500x140-160x20mm etc.

Countertop: 96"x36", 96"x25-1/2", 78"x25-1/2", 78"x36", 72"x36", 96"x16" etc.

Sink: 500x410x190mm, 430x350x195mm etc.

Mosaic: 300x300x8mm, 457x457x8mm, 610x610x10mm etc.

Why Source Shandong Lu Gray Granite from Tingida Stone?

Tingida Stone has more than 20 years of experience in the natural stone industry, serving international buyers across different markets and project types.

Our work covers material selection, customized fabrication, quality coordination, packing and export shipment arrangements. We support wholesale orders as well as projects that require specific dimensions, surface finishes and drawing-based production.

When evaluating Shandong Lu Gray Granite for your project, our team can help you review the available material, discuss suitable finishes, clarify fabrication details and prepare a quotation based on your requirements.

To avoid discrepancies between the quoted material and the final delivery, we recommend confirming the exact stone name, approved sample, technical requirements and product schedule before production begins.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Shandong Lu Gray Granite?

Shandong Lu Gray Granite is a commercial name used for grey natural granite associated with China's Shandong province. Names and grading conventions may differ between suppliers, so buyers should confirm the exact material using photographs, samples and source information.

2. Is Shandong Lu Gray Granite suitable for exterior projects?

It can be considered for exterior cladding, paving, steps and landscape applications. Final suitability depends on the actual material, selected finish, environmental exposure, product dimensions and engineering requirements.

3. Which finish is best for outdoor paving?

Flamed and bush-hammered finishes are common options for textured outdoor paving. The appropriate choice should be based on the project's slip-resistance requirements, maintenance expectations and applicable local standards.

4. Can Shandong Lu Gray Granite be supplied in custom sizes?

Yes, custom fabrication can be quoted according to the required dimensions, thickness, edge profiles, drawings and order quantity. Feasibility should be confirmed before production.

5. Is the color completely uniform?

No. As a natural stone, Shandong Lu Gray Granite may exhibit variations in grey tone and mineral grain. For projects involving large quantities, approve a representative sample or sample panel before mass production.

6. What information is needed for a quotation?

Please provide the product type, dimensions, thickness, finish, quantity, drawings if available, delivery destination and required delivery date. Reference photographs or an approved sample are also helpful when color consistency is important.

7. Can Tingida Stone supply project quantities?

Tingida Stone handles natural stone requirements for wholesale and architectural projects. Availability, production capacity and delivery schedules should be confirmed against the specific order.

Request a Shandong Lu Gray Granite Quotation

Planning a building façade, commercial flooring package, outdoor paving scheme or custom granite order?

Contact Tingida Stone to discuss Shandong Lu Gray Granite slabs, tiles and fabricated architectural products.

Please send us your drawings, required dimensions, surface finish, quantity and delivery destination. Our team can review the specifications and prepare a quotation for your project.

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