Caramiel is a fine-grained sandstone sourced from Spain, known for its warm beige and cream tones that lend a subtle, natural elegance to any space. The stone features a fine, uniform grain with gentle veining that adds depth without overwhelming the design. Its moderate hardness and low porosity make it ideal for both interior and exterior applications, including flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and decorative facades. Caramiel performs well under a variety of finishes—from polished to honed, and brushed to sandblasted—allowing architects and designers to achieve the desired aesthetic. Marmi di Carrara supplies Caramiel in ready-to-use blocks and 2–3 cm slabs, with cut‑to‑size options and high‑resolution photos of actual slabs available before purchase.
Petrographic description
Typically beige and cream sandstone.
Caramiel is a Sandstone quarried in Spain, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICESSA00315. 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 Caramiel 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 Caramiel per m²?
Indicative price from €100/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 Caramiel 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.
