Basalt curb stones are durable building elements produced from natural volcanic rocks. Basalt is a hard, fine-grained, black-colored igneous rock that belongs to the magmatic rock class and is a volcanic type of the gabbro family in the stone realm. This explanatory text will provide information about the properties and areas of use of basalt curb stones.

Properties Basalt curb stones have many superior properties:

• It has technical properties such as high compressive strength, very low water absorption rate, resistance to freezing and heat, and durability against abrasion.
• Basalt stones are hard and can be used for many years without deterioration.
• Since it has a structure that takes shape easily, it can be produced in desired dimensions and shapes.
• It does not contain water or dissolve or disperse when exposed to water. The possibility of color fading is almost non-existent.
• It is not harmful to human health, does not produce odor, and is environmentally safe.
• Its unit cost is two or three times cheaper compared to other stones, but this cheapness does not mean that the stone is not solid.

Areas of Use Basalt curb stones are used in various areas:

• It is used in areas such as sidewalks, medians, water channels, and construction surroundings.
• It can be easily used on sidewalks, in parks and gardens, pedestrian paths, and many decoration work areas.
• It is prepared in different dimensions according to the length and width of the area to be used.
• Basalt curb use is done in two ways: with joints and without joints.
• It has begun to be used for aesthetic purposes in today's structures, its great appearance attracts people's attention.

Production In Turkey, basalt curb stone is produced mainly in Ankara, Kayseri, Gaziantep, Kars, Diyarbakır, and İzmir provinces. Thanks to the factories established in these provinces, both domestic use is provided and exports are made to many countries.

Basalt curbs are available in formats such as plate, cube stone, groove, and groove stone. Surface treatments include sandblasted, burnt surface, honed, and cut surface options.

Basalt curb stones are natural materials preferred in city planning and structural design due to their durability, economic nature, aesthetic appearance, and not harming the environment. When used correctly, these stones, which can serve for many years, offer both functional and aesthetic solutions.