Sandstone: What is Sandstone, where is Sandstone most commonly used? Sandstone is a sedimentary Natural Stone that is, typically made from small grains of the minerals quartz and feldspar being eroded and deposited by either wind or water.

 River beds, ocean beaches and sand dunes will all eventually become Sandstone.

Sandstone is typically the youngest of the quartz based Natural Stones.

The durability of Sandstone depends on the cementing material. Sandstone is often formed in layers and has varied applications as building stones. The coarse-grained surface of Sandstone presents a nature generous sense for architecture.

Popular Sandstone applications are fireplace facings, chimneys, garden walls, landscaping, patio benches, pool side, tabletops and roofing. The fireproof, non-slip Sandstone, is mostly used for wall cladding not only because of its strength, but because of its decorative look also.

The Sandstone walls are mostly made of blocks or the slabs of Sandstone and many a times the sand stone bricks are used. Making the wall of Sandstone lends a unique and antique look. Sandstone used for floorings adds a completely different and royal appearance.

SandStone availability in different colors and finishes makes it more suitable for the use. Thus the color, finish and the polish of the Sandstone can be easily matched with the wall and other things, before using it for the flooring finally.

In landscaping SandStone offers substantial environmental benefits. Trees and vegetation control erosion, protect water supplies, provide food, create habitat for wildlife, and clean the air by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Because of its texture, aesthetic and rugged natural look, performance, availability in various colors, Sandstone is gaining popularity as a medium for landscaping. Another positive aspect of Sandstone is that it is weather proof which makes it worth investing. The color and textures of SandStone is variable and depends upon the composition of the binding material, and therefore varies from red, brown, greenish, yellow, gray and white.

The Sandstone bricks and tiles, produced by manufacturers, are available in various sizes to suit every requirement. The final product also varies in the color, design and finish. The tiles and bricks used for paving are available in a multitude of shapes like rectangular, square, patterns, irregular and custom shapes. The custom size depends on factors like finish, design, and thickness of the selected stone.

In few words: Sandstone is great choice for detailing your fireplace, flooring. In back yard Sandstone will add cozy and in waiting feel.