Bentheimer Sandstein is a classic German sandstone prized for its warm beige and cream tones. The stone displays a uniform, fine‑to‑medium grain with subtle linear veining that adds depth without overwhelming the surface. Its natural durability makes it suitable for both interior applications such as wall cladding, flooring and countertops, and exterior uses like facades and paving. Recommended finishes range from honed for a smooth, matte look to brushed for a slightly textured appearance. Marmi di Carrara supplies Bentheimer Sandstein in robust blocks and ready‑to‑install slabs of 2–3 cm thickness, offering cut‑to‑size services and real‑project photos before purchase.
Petrographic description
Typically a fine- to medium-grained sandstone with a beige to cream colour.
Bentheimer Sandstein is a Sandstone quarried in Germany, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICDESA01170. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every sandstone, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: honed, sawn, sandblasted, bush-hammered, split-face. Typical applications: exterior paving, façades, garden walls, rustic interiors.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
FAQ
Is Bentheimer Sandstein suitable for outdoor use?
Sandstone: a classic outdoor stone for paving and walls. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Bentheimer Sandstein per m²?
Indicative price from €110/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Bentheimer Sandstein shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
