Alston is a versatile grey stone sourced from the United Kingdom. Its fine, uniform grain and gentle veining give it a subtle elegance that complements both contemporary and traditional designs. Architects and designers often use Alston for flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and decorative panels. The stone responds well to a range of finishes, from polished to honed, and can also be left unpolished for a natural, matte look. Marmi di Carrara supplies Alston in blocks, 2–3 cm slabs, and cut-to-size pieces, and provides high‑resolution photographs of actual slabs before purchase to ensure the right match for your project.
Petrographic description
Typically a grey stone with subtle veining.
Alston is a Other stones quarried in United Kingdom, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICGBOT01063. Its dominant tone is grey.
Like every other stones, 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: polished, honed, brushed, flamed where suitable. Typical applications: floors, cladding, tops and decorative elements according to the stone's properties.
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 Alston suitable for outdoor use?
Other stones: to be assessed on the specific stone. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Alston per m²?
Indicative price from €160/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 Alston 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.
