It is formed by the consolidation of grains of sand—but depending on its mineral composition, pressure, and time, it can develop completely different properties.
- Variety of colors: From yellow to red to gray—the color palette depends on the mineral content, particularly the iron content.
- Porosity: Some sandstones are permeable to water, while others are nearly impermeable—an important factor for buildings!
- Weather resistance: Depending on the binder (e.g., lime or quartz), sandstone can last for centuries or weather away quickly.
No wonder this natural stone plays such an important role in architecture, historic preservation, and even modern urban design.
Our Elbe sandstone is characterized by its very high hardness and, consequently, its durability.
But even within our three different quarry sites, the stone has very different properties. That’s why we’re happy to advise our customers based on the stone’s intended use.
Feel free to talk to me about it
Here are some pictures of what our three stones MIGHT look like. There are significant differences here as well, because each quarry has different quarry faces, and the colors vary greatly from one to the next.
