Raj Green Sandstone Sawn Hearth-Brushed Face 1.2mW

A Modern Classic for Your Home

This Raj Green sandstone sawn hearth brings a crisp, contemporary aesthetic to your living or dining room. Sourced from trusted quarries in Rajasthan, India, this premium stone offers incredible durability. Furthermore, presenting the same stone with a different finish to the more rustic riven edge hearths, allows us to offer a wider variety for a wider range of interior design.

Precisely cut at source, each Raj Green sandstone sawn hearth is a smooth six-sided slab with a beautiful brushed face. Consequently, it perfectly complements traditional cast iron fireplace inserts or modern wood-burning stoves. The subtle blend of light greys, buffs, and green undertones ensures it matches almost any interior decor. Furthermore, this sturdy stone works beautifully as heavy-duty step treads.

Technical Specifications: Sawn Sandstone Hearth

• Width: 120cm

• Depth: 60cm

• Thickness: 5cm (50mm)

• Coverage: Use two stones with appropriate jointing for larger fireplaces.

What Are The Benefits Of A Sawn Sandstone Hearth?

Sandstone is a practical and high-performing material for fireplace hearths and structural steps. Indeed, beyond its visual appeal, its physical properties offer several distinct advantages for home installations.

High Thermal Resistance

Sandstone handles heat exceptionally well. Because it forms naturally under intense geological heat and pressure, it expands and contracts minimally when exposed to temperature changes. As a result, this dimensional stability makes it an excellent, crack-resistant platform for heavy cast-iron multi-fuel stoves and open fires.

Natural Strength & Density

Composed primarily of resilient quartz grains, a sandstone is highly resistant to impact and compression.

• Load Capacity: A solid 50mm slab of Raj Green sandstone easily handles the weight of traditional cast-iron surrounds without flexing.

• Wear Resistance: The dense mineral structure provides deep scratch resistance, protecting the stone from falling logs, fireplace tools, or abrasive foot traffic when used as steps. As a result, these solid slabs cope easily with high foot traffic when used as steps.

Slip-Resistant Texture

Even when mechanically sawn and brushed for a smooth, modern look, sandstone retains a subtle, microscopic grain texture. This natural porosity offers reliable slip resistance underfoot. Consequently, it remains a safe option for wet entryways, outdoor step treads, and hearth areas prone to liquid spills.

How Do I Install A Raj Green Sandstone Hearth

Follow these essential steps to install your Raj Green sandstone sawn hearth safely and correctly.

1. Prepare the Base

First, create a level, solid concrete sub-base. However, ensure the area is thoroughly cleaned to remove any dust, debris, or loose materials.

2. Mix the Mortar

Next, mix a strong sand and cement mortar using a 4:1 ratio. In addition, add a SBR bonding agent to the mix to further stabilising the sawn sandstone hearth.

3. Apply the Bed

After that, apply a full, solid bed of mortar across the entire sub-base. Never use spots of mortar, as this creates weak air gaps.

4. Lay the Hearth

Carefully lower the Raj Green sandstone sawn hearth onto the wet mortar bed. Furthermore, use of a rubber mallet and spirit level to check the alignment is highly recommended.

5. Seal the Stone

Finally, apply a high-quality, breathable impregnating sealer. Consequently, this protects your Raj Green sandstone sawn hearth from soot stains and liquid spills.