Sandstone Bricks

Sandstone has been used since prehistoric times for domestic construction. Sandstone works so well for building materials, like sandstone bricks, that it is still being used today.

Sandstone is a relatively soft material which means it is easy to carve. It’s a very beautiful material and therefore has been used around the world for creating gorgeous temples and cathedrals. Sandstone is commonly used for artistic purposes such as ornamental statues and fountains too.

Sandstone bricks are a common building and paving brick as most of them are resistant to weathering while being easy to work with. It is important to note that in the past some sandstone brick building have required repair and replacement in older buildings so it is recommended you discuss the best options with the specialised team at Brick Hunter.

Some grains of sandstone are hard and offer uniformity of grain size and friability of their structure. This means they can be excellent materials for grindstones and the sharpening of blades and such like.

Sandstone bricks are commonly used for walls due to the fine grain offering compact hardness with a good compressive strength and low absorption. People tend to use sandstone bricks, blocks and slabs for the purposes of building a sandstone wall.

You will also find that sandstone bricks are used for foundations as it offers the hardness, a good compressive strength and low absorption however some people choose sandstone bricks for their flooring due to the advantage of different colours and finishes available.

You may often see sandstone used for paving on commercial and residential properties; these pavements may be made up of sandstone strips, sandstone bricks or even sandstone chips. All look aesthetically pleasing due to the colours available.

Due to the weather proof property of the sandstone, many homeowners choose sandstone bricks for landscaping. The sandstone bricks offer a rugged natural look with a long lasting performance.

Why not discuss your brick needs with Brick Hunter and see how they can help you.