Indian Sandstone Paving Range

Indian sandstone paving remains one of the most popular paving choices for gardens up and down the country, and it’s easy to see why. It’s durable, full of natural character and offers a timeless look that works in all kinds of outdoor spaces. At Bridge Street Stone, we’ve spent over two decades sourcing and supplying some of the finest Indian sandstone in the UK, working directly with trusted quarries.

Every slab of sandstone we supply is chosen for its quality, colour and finish. You’ll find classic hand-cut and riven styles that add warmth and texture, as well as more refined options like sawn sandstone for a sharper, more premium finish. Whatever your taste or design plans, there’s plenty to explore and mix and match to suit your outdoor space.

This is a stone that fits effortlessly into both traditional and modern settings. Whether you’re laying a patio, creating pathways or reworking your whole garden layout, Indian sandstone paving gives you the flexibility to do it your way. It weathers beautifully over time and can be laid in a range of patterns, adding depth, visual interest and subtle variation to your space.

We’ve been supplying paving for over 20 years, so we know how much difference the right choice can make to your garden. If you’d like a bit of help along the way, our team is always happy to offer practical advice and guidance. We also provide reliable nationwide delivery to make things easier while your project comes together.

If you’d like to see our range up close, you can pay a visit to our showroom in Colne, where you can see the different styles, finishes, and shades in person. Seeing the materials for yourself often makes it much easier to imagine how they’ll look in your own space.

If you have a question or need a little guidance, you’re always welcome to give us a call on 01282 860571. Our team will be happy to talk through the options and help you find the right one for your project!

 

  

Frequently Asked Questions

  
           What is Indian sandstone paving?              +          
     Indian sandstone is a natural sedimentary rock. It began arriving in the UK in larger quantities in the mid-2000s and has since become a familiar material for patios, paths and outdoor spaces. Known for its characterful colours and dependable durability, it’s a popular natural stone choice for gardens and outdoor areas. Indian sandstone is loved for its natural beauty and versatility. It offers the look and character of natural stone at an affordable price, making it a practical and attractive choice for a wide range of outdoor projects. The stone is quarried across different regions of India, where varied geological conditions create the wide range of colours and textures sandstone is known for. In fact, many of the shades are named after the areas they come from!     
  
  
           Do you need to seal Indian sandstone paving?       +          
      In most cases, we do recommend that you seal your Indian sandstone paving. Sandstone is naturally porous, which means the surface contains tiny holes that can absorb moisture, dirt and spills over time. Applying a suitable sealant helps protect the stone and reduces the risk of staining. Sealing can also further enhance the stone's natural colours and tones as well as providing a protective barrier against everyday dirt and grease. With the right treatment, your paving will stay protected and continue to look its best for many years. At Bridge Street Stone, we stock a range of sealants and treatments that are well-suited to Indian sandstone paving. If you're unsure which option is right for your stone, feel free to get in touch, and our team will be happy to help.     
  
           Why is Indian sandstone such a popular paving option?       +          
      Indian sandstone is a popular choice for patios and garden spaces thanks to its natural character and versatility. As a natural stone, each slab has its own subtle variations in colour and texture, which gives patios and pathways a more relaxed and established feel once laid. You’ll find sandstone in a wide range of colours, including Raj Green, Autumn Brown and Golden Leaf, each with its own blend of tones and markings. The variety of Indian sandstone paving makes it easy to find a style that suits your garden and the overall look you want to create. It’s also well-suited to outdoor spaces. Indian sandstone handles regular foot traffic and stands up well to the ever-changing British weather. Over time, the stones weather naturally, adding even more depth to the surface. The slabs can also be cut and laid in a range of patterns, giving you flexibility when planning patios, paths and other garden spaces.     
  
           Varieties of Indian sandstone paving       +          
      Indian sandstone comes in a wide range of varieties, and they’re usually grouped by colour, finish, pattern and the way the stone has been processed. These differences all affect how the paving looks once it’s laid, as well as the overall feel it gives to a garden or patio space. Colour is often the first thing people notice. Indian sandstone is known for its natural blends of tones, rather than a completely uniform colour. Varieties such as Raj Green, Autumn Brown, Kandla Grey and Golden Leaf all contain a mix of shades running through the stone, which helps create a more natural look across the patio. Sandstone is a natural material, so no two slabs are the same, and that variation is part of its appeal, giving each project its own identity and distinctive appearance. The finish of the stone can also make a difference to the overall look. Some sandstone is supplied with a naturally riven surface, which keeps the texture created when the stone is split from the quarry. This gives the paving a more traditional, slightly uneven character. Some varieties are produced with sawn edges, which give the paving a smoother, more contemporary feel.     
  
           Is Indian sandstone paving slippery when wet?       +          
      Indian sandstone paving generally provides good grip underfoot thanks to its naturally textured surface. Like any outdoor paving, it can become slippery if moss or algae builds up, but regular cleaning helps keep the surface safe and slip-free!     
  

1. What is Indian sandstone Paving?

Indian sandstone paving is the UK’s favourite natural stone flooring option for anyone looking to add elegance and charm to their home. Its unrivalled natural beauty, durability and affordability make it the ideal garden flooring solution. It is sourced directly from India, a country whose diverse geology gives rise to the many different colours of sandstone. Different colours of Indian sandstone, such as Kota Black, are also often named after the regions in which they’re quarried. It first began to be shipped over to the UK in the mid 2000s, and now it’s the nation’s favourite type of paving.

2. Do you need to seal Indian sandstone paving?

The answer greatly depends on the variety of paving you’re working with. In the vast majority of cases, the answer is yes, you should seal your stones. By composition, Indian sandstone paving is a porous stone, meaning the surface is made of many small holes. To prevent any unwanted dirt or spillages from seeping into and staining your beautiful stones, we strongly recommend that you seal them. 

Sealing it with a primary treatment like HG Impregnator or a Nexus colour-enhancing sealer can prevent dirt and grease stains from tarnishing its surface and help the colours to pop, ensuring your stones stay as beautiful as the day they were laid for years to come. Need some advice? Simply get in touch, and our team of experts will gladly advise you!

 

3. Why is Indian sandstone such a popular paving option? 

Indian sandstone's popularity stems from its solid durability, affordability, and, of course, its beauty. The standout feature of this natural stone is its incredible diversity when it comes to styles and colours. From Raj Green to Autumn Brown to Golden Leaf and beyond, Indian sandstone paving ages like fine wine, as the paving slabs only develop richer and more exquisite shades with age, adding to their uniqueness and appeal. This hard-wearing stone withstands foot traffic and even the harsh British weather effortlessly. Still, it can be easily cut into bespoke patterns and designs, providing all the flexibility you need to express your creativity both indoors and outdoors.

4. Varieties of Indian sandstone paving

 

There are many varieties of Indian sandstone, and they are grouped in various ways. They can be organised according to colours, finishes, patterns and the processes used to produce them. At Bridge Street Stone, our customers can take their pick from our extensive selection of beautiful stones, all varying in colour and texture, with names that pay homage to the regions in India where they were quarried.

Riven

TImeless and rustic, riven sandstone slabs feature a slightly rougher surface to the touch when compared with other styles of sandstone paving, making it an excellent option for those wanting to embrace a raw, more natural appearance.

Sawn

Sawn Indian sandstone slabs have been refined further for a near-perfect smooth surface that effortlessly adds character to the more contemporary exterior or interior. If you’re looking for a chic clean finish to your garden or home, this is the stone for you.

Kandla Grey

Kandla Grey Indian sandstone paving comes in beautiful mid-to-light and sometimes even bluish-grey tones. These paving slabs are perfect for creating spaces that have a calming and relaxed atmosphere. When exposed to the elements, some Kandla Grey stones even develop warm brown and dark grey shades, adding greater depth to their natural beauty.

Golden Leaf

Golden Leaf is one of the most highly sought-after styles of Indian sandstone and is ideal for gardens and driveways. Uniquely, this stone reflects sunlight, brightening up any space and giving it a colourful aura with its vibrant golden hues, especially during the summertime. Its stunning finish makes it an ideal choice for those looking to add a touch of beauty and elegance to their outdoor spaces.

Autumn Brown

Autumn Brown is another highly-favoured paving choice amongst homeowners. This style is characterised by its tonal variations of rich mid-tone browns, rusty umber maroons, and light greys. This style brings warmth and texture to any environment.

Kota Black

Daring and debonaire, our Kota Black paving is a bold choice perfect for those looking to make a statement. As stunning as it is striking, this stone's namesake hails from the Kota region of India. It’s the darkest shade in our range and the perfect candidate for making your garden pop and for creating spaces with dramatic flair.

Raj Green

Raj Green is a favourite among our customers, and for good reason. With its harmonious blend of green and brown hues, it's rich with earthy character and charm. These stones strike a beautiful balance between distinct and softened, incorporating varying shades of other styles of Indian sandstone, making them a great option if you can't choose a favourite style!

 

5. Indian sandstone features and benefits

When properly maintained and treated with care, your Indian sandstone paving will last years. So long as you seal your paving stones every couple of years and clean them as and when necessary, they will continue to enhance your space with their charm and beauty, only getting more visually appealing as time passes. 

Features and benefits of Indian sandstone paving include: