Ibbenbürener Sandstein
Sandstone · Germany · 1 photo
In brief. Ibbenbürener Sandstein is a beige sandstone from Germany. 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 280 × 150 cm.
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About Ibbenbürener Sandstein
Ibbenbürener Sandstein is a premium natural sandstone sourced from the Ibbenbüren region in Germany, renowned for its durability and refined aesthetic. This German stone features a dominant beige and cream colour palette, often accented with delicate horizontal banding that adds depth to its surface. The grain structure ranges from fine to medium, providing a versatile texture suitable for both contemporary and traditional architectural projects. Common applications include cladding, paving, and staircases where strength and elegance are required. It responds well to flamed, bush-hammered, or honed finishes, enhancing its tactile quality. Marmi di Carrara supplies this material as blocks, slabs in 2 or 3 cm thicknesses, and custom cut-to-size pieces, ensuring clients can view photos of actual slabs before purchase for complete transparency.
Typically a fine-to-medium grained sandstone with a beige to cream matrix, often exhibiting subtle sedimentary banding or laminations characteristic of German Permian deposits.
Dominant tones measured on our photo
Where to use Ibbenbürener Sandstein
| Interior floors | Good |
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| 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 Ibbenbürener Sandstein are confirmed on your project.
Weights and logistics
| 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.
Finishes for Ibbenbürener Sandstein
Honed
Smooth and matt, with a soft satin look. Hides small scratches and etching better than a polish and is safer underfoot.
Sandblasted
A fine, even roughness obtained with a jet of sand. Lightens the colour and gives grip: used for exteriors, steps and pool surrounds.
Bush-hammered
A rough, pitted surface made with a toothed hammer. Maximum slip resistance for exterior paving, ramps and steps.
Natural cleft
The stone is split along its natural layers and left as it is: a lively, riven surface with excellent grip.
Care and maintenance
- Clean with water and a neutral detergent; hard stones tolerate everyday use very well.
- Sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and on honed, leathered or flamed finishes.
- Avoid waxes and film-forming products that leave a layer on the surface.
- Outdoors, an occasional wash with a pressure cleaner at moderate pressure restores the colour.
- Hot pans, knives and frost are not a problem for most stones of this family; use trivets anyway to protect sealers.
How to order
- Send sizes, thickness, finish and destination with the form.
- We reply with photos of the lots available now and a written offer.
- You approve the slabs or the block; for large projects we prepare a dry-lay.
- Cutting, finishing, quality check and packing in wooden crates or bundles.
- Shipping worldwide from Carrara, with packing list and documents.
Ibbenbürener Sandstein photo gallery
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Shipping and returns
Shipping cost depends on weight and distance and is stated in the written offer; within Italy it starts from € 300 per shipment. Goods can be returned within 14 days: a 30% restocking fee applies and the return transport is paid by the customer. Pieces cut to size cannot be returned.
Questions and answers
Where does Ibbenbürener Sandstein come from?
Ibbenbürener Sandstein comes from Germany.
How much does a slab of Ibbenbürener Sandstein weigh?
A 2 cm slab of this stone family weighs about 46 kg per square metre; a 3 cm slab about 69 kg.
Is Ibbenbürener Sandstein suitable for kitchens and bathrooms?
Typical uses of sandstone are façades, paving, garden and landscape works. For kitchen tops we recommend a suitable finish and sealing: tell us your project and we advise the right solution.
Which finishes can I have on Ibbenbürener Sandstein?
The finishes normally used on this stone family are natural cleft, honed, sandblasted, bush-hammered. The finish is chosen according to where the stone goes: polished or honed indoors, textured finishes where grip is needed.
Can Ibbenbürener Sandstein be used outdoors?
For the sandstone family our guidance for exterior paving and façades is: excellent; for frost exposure: good. We confirm thickness and finish on your project and climate.
How do I clean and protect Ibbenbürener Sandstein?
Use water and a neutral detergent; sealing is quick and recommended on light colours and textured finishes.
How big are the blocks of Ibbenbürener Sandstein?
Blocks reach about 280 × 150 cm; slab sizes depend on the block actually quarried.
Do slabs of Ibbenbürener Sandstein all look the same?
No. Natural stone changes from block to block and even within the same block. This is why we send photographs of the lots available at the moment of the offer, and book-match slabs from the same block when the design needs it.
How do I get a price for Ibbenbürener Sandstein?
Prices depend on the selection, thickness, finish and quantity. Send the form with your sizes: we reply with photos of the lots available and a written offer.