Sandstones are a combination of clastic sedimentary rocks made out of sand-seized silicate grains. They are available in varied colors like red, brown, yellow, grey, pink, white, and so on, and they are also used for multiple jobs. As there are lots of distinctive types of Sandstones, one of them is Agra Red Sandstone.
There are many names when it comes to identifying Agra Red Sandstone, like, Barauli Sandstone, Barauli Red Sandstone, Karauli Sandstone, etc. But it is popularly known by the name of Dholpur Red Sandstone. Red because of the bedding of the iron oxides nears the mining locations and Agra Red Sandstone because it shares a deep connection with the city of Agra, and that so defines its name.
The sand composition, which mostly consists of quartz, is very similar to Agra Red Textured Sandstone. Silk, calcium carbonate, and or iron oxide typically form the natural cementing substance that connects the sand as forming a Red Sandstone rock.
Moreover, this stone’s feasibility can be acknowledged when considering various situations the stone has to abide through. Be it a sunny day, or a monsoon rain, or it can be any natural storm, this stone has never shown the weathering effects. Till the date, if we tend to notice the same in reference to Delhi’s Red Fort or the Agra Fort. Some impressive properties like its durability, its resistance to water and acid, its toughness, its lesser-known weathering effects, and resistance from scratches. It provides excellent finishing, high strength, and high performance, and most of all, its outstanding widespread availability is what defines its feasibility in all terms. Hence, This Red Sandstone is a hard-wearing stone with color conformity and a modern look.
Dholpur Red Textured Sandstone is known to be one of the stones used for construction sightings because it is an easy carvery and cut stone that can basically withstand the surgery construction sightings seem to offer.
It is also a famous stone amongst building decorative structures and some wondrous artifacts. As they are proven right for construction, these stones are usually suitable for diverse uses. In the design of beams, Sandstone slabs, walls, pillars, and moldings for roof installation, pavement, Sandstone tiling, paneling, ornamental stones, monuments, Red Sandstone flooring, etc.
This stone can basically be used for locales like business centers, hotels, individual houses, and also resorts or landscapes. Agra Red Sandstone is majorly acquired and famous for its qualities and look. It is made from high-quality Red Sandstone rocks, and this stone is available in many shapes, sizes, and designs.
Classification | Sand Stone |
Offered in | Block, Slabs, and Tiles |
Finishes Offered | Natural, Sandblasted, Honed, Brushed |
Standard Specifications | Random Slabs 2cm and 3cm thick |
Cut to size tiles 20mm and 30mm Thick 30 x 30 60 x 30 40 x 40 60 x 40 60 x 30cm 60 x 40cm | |
Tailor-Made Specifications | Possible |
Recommended Applications | Interiors & Exteriors |
Delivery | 2 to 3 weeks |
Quarry Deposit | Compact |
Quarry Excavation | Blocks |
Chisel Splitting | Not Possible |
Gang Saw Sawing | Possible |
Carved Articles | Possible |
Suitability | Medium to Low Traffic |
Consistency | Fair |
Fragility | Sound |