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Sawn Natural Masonry Grade Sandstone

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This fine grained sandstone has been utilised for many centuries for the construction of public and private buildings. With its subtle honey colour and fine sedimentary striations it can be used to form masonry, architectural embellishments and is exceedingly hard wearing.

Sawn Natural Masonry Grade Sandstone

Availability

As sawn two sides, sawn six sides or as finished masonry.

Maximum Sizes (metres)

Height on bedLengthWidth
Quarried0.6-0.92.51.5
Sawn Six Sides0.6-0.91.00.5
Blocks1.02.51.5


Specifications

GeologyFine to medium grained lower carboniferous age sandstone, non-calcaneous and slightly micaceous
ColourYellow/Buff colour with veining. Complements Building Grade
TextureVery fine unique stone that is easy to carve with distinctive fine features. Very suitable for copings, sills, cornice etc.
Crushing StrengthAir dried - 562kgf/cm2
WeightWater saturated 2240kg/m3
Acid immersion testpassed
Porosity (%volume)20.5%
Saturation coefficient0.63


Recommended Uses

Civil engineering works (bridges, dams)
Landscaping
Retaining walls, batters
Load-bearing masonry
Drystone Walling
Arches
Columns with limited height
Piers with limited height
Lintels with limited length
Non load-bearing cladding and facings
Window surrounds
Plinths
Copings
Steps, stairs
Walling
Sills
Paving - Light use only
Paving Setts - Light use only
Flooring - Light use only
Fireplaces
Boundary walls
Decorative work (carving, moulding)
Sculpture, bas-relief


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Samples are indicative of the texture and colour of our material.
No warranty is given or implied that goods will in all respects be equal to the sample.