Alhambra sandstone – polished sample photo 1
About this photo
This photograph shows a polished sample in Alhambra, a sandstone from Morocco. The dominant tones measured on the image are light grey (100%). Alhambra belongs to the sandstone family; typical uses are façades, paving, garden and landscape works.
Dominant tones
Tones are measured automatically on the photograph; light and screen settings change how a stone looks. Ask for current photos of the lot before deciding.
About Alhambra
Alhambra is a beige sandstone from Morocco. Petrographically it is classified as sandstone. Texture: fine. Marmi di Carrara supplies it as blocks, slabs of 2 and 3 cm, tiles and cut-to-size elements, in the finishes typical of this family: natural cleft, honed, sandblasted, bush-hammered. Recommended applications: suitable for interior and exterior applications. Blocks reach about 200 × 70 cm.
Where to use Alhambra
| Interior floors | Good |
|---|---|
| Wall cladding | Good |
| Kitchen worktops | Not recommended |
| Bathrooms and wet areas | With care |
| Exterior paving and façades | Excellent |
| Frost exposure | Good |
| Back-lighting | Not suitable |
General guidance for the sandstone family. The right thickness, finish and treatment for Alhambra are confirmed on your project.
Weights
| Thickness (mm) | about 23 kg/m² |
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| Thickness (mm) | about 46 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 69 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 92 kg/m² |
| Thickness (mm) | about 115 kg/m² |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 2 cm | about 248 kg |
| Slab 300 × 180 cm, 3 cm | about 373 kg |
| 20-foot container (about 27 t) | about 590 m² of 2 cm slabs |
Weights are calculated from the typical density of the stone family; the packing list of each shipment states the real weight.
Questions and answers
What is Alhambra used for?
Alhambra is a sandstone from Morocco. Typical uses are façades, paving, garden and landscape works.
Which finishes are available for Alhambra?
The usual finishes for this stone family are natural cleft, honed, sandblasted, bush-hammered. The finish is chosen according to the use and confirmed with the offer.
How much does Alhambra weigh?
About 46 kg per square metre at 2 cm and 69 kg at 3 cm, calculated from the typical density of the family.
How do I look after Alhambra?
Water and a neutral detergent; sealing is recommended on light colours and textured finishes.
Can I buy the slab shown in this photo?
Natural stone changes from block to block. Send us this photo with the form: we check the lots available now in our warehouse and reply with current photos, sizes and price.
