
Because of its fine grained, compact, hard, good compressive strength and low absorption property sandstone is widely used in raising walls. Sandstone walls have been a part of unnumberable monuments. Mostly used for wall cladding, the fireproof, non-slip sandstone is not only known for its strength but because of its decorative look also.
Widely used for over hundreds of years sandstone walls are easily seen in forts and great monuments of India like Fathepur Sikri, and Red Fort that still stand unshaken. Sand stone walls are mostly made of blocks or the slabs of sandstone and many a times the sand stone bricks are also used. Capable of providing a unique and stunning look the popularity of sandstone is increasing day by day.