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Sandblasted Stone Finish

A sandblasted stone finish uses abrasive impact to create a matte textured surface. VeyraStone records sandblasted as a reviewed discussion option for four travertine and limestone profiles. Abrasive medium, pressure, stone fabric, pores, fill and later treatment affect the result, so texture, color, cleanability and performance require a representative sample and project review.

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Related Sandblasted Stone Finish profiles

How to shortlist Sandblasted Stone Finish

Sandblasting can reduce reflectance and reveal a fine to stronger granular texture, depending on the process and material. On porous or fossil-bearing stone, it may emphasize structural features differently from brushing or bush hammering. The finish can support a restrained architectural expression, but the accepted surface should be defined by an actual sample rather than the finish name alone.

Variation and evidence

Nozzle distance, abrasive, pressure, passes, stone hardness, pores and filler influence consistency. Color can lighten, and rougher surfaces may retain soil or require specific cleaning access. Edges and detailed profiles can respond differently from large faces. Request the proposed finish on the selected lot and record treatments, acceptable texture range and inspection lighting.

Project confirmation

State location, traffic, wetting, weather, freeze-thaw, piece dimensions, joints, drainage, cleaning and maintenance. If slip, abrasion or exterior behavior matters, request applicable evidence for the material and finish. Coordinate pore fill, sealer, setting or support, packing protection and replacement pieces with the responsible fabricator and installer.

Written confirmation

What to include in the next brief.

  1. Approve the sandblasted sample and confirm process, pores, treatments, edges, evidence, cleaning and exposure.
  2. Define the finish through a representative sample made on the selected material.
  3. Record face, edges, cut direction, treatments, tolerance, inspection lighting and protection requirements.
  4. Request applicable evidence where traffic, wetting, abrasion, exterior or freeze-thaw performance matters.

Evidence basis

Reviewed sources

Sources support the visible general guidance. They do not approve a selected product, lot, assembly, fabrication method, installation or commercial offer.

  1. Dimension Stone Design Manual Natural Stone Institute

    Natural-stone selection, design, installation and maintenance reference context.

  2. ASTM International Standards for Dimension Stone Natural Stone Institute

    Dimension-stone material specifications, test methods and project-performance context.

Procurement note

A material name is the start of selection, not the final specification.

Confirm the actual lot, visual range, finish, dimensions, fabrication scope, test documents, quantity, packing, destination, timing, and commercial terms in writing.

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