Ajmer Sandstone

Sandstone

This material is recorded as a sandstone in mixed commercial colours tones. Appearance can vary by bench and block selection. Recorded applications include paving, cladding, landscaping and walling.

Stone familySandstone

Primary colourMixed Commercial Colours

Medium-Low verification · Reference STN-0001549

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Specification snapshot

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Mohs hardness6-7

Water absorption1.0-6.0 %

Compressive strength35-120 MPa

Flexural strength6-18 MPa

Density2200-2600 kg/m³

PorosityNot reported

Material profile

Character & application

Common finishes: Natural cleft, honed, sawn, sandblasted, bush hammered, tumbled
Typical uses: Paving, cladding, landscaping, walling, flooring, heritage restoration
Exterior suitability: Good for paving/cladding when selected
Frost resistance: Variable; dense beds preferred
Recorded colour palette: Mixed Commercial Colours
Slab variation: V3 Moderate variationModerate variation: veining, colour or pattern can change between slabs.