Ambrault is a French limestone quarried in the region of the same name, known for its warm beige and cream tones. Its fine, homogeneous grain gives it a smooth, elegant appearance, making it a versatile choice for both interior and exterior applications. Commonly used for flooring, wall cladding, staircases, and decorative elements, Ambrault limestone suits a variety of finishes, including honed, brushed, and tumbled, which enhance its natural character. Marmi di Carrara supplies Ambrault in blocks, slabs of 2 or 3 cm thickness, and cut-to-size pieces, always providing photos of actual slabs before purchase to ensure you select the perfect material for your project.
Petrographic description
Ambrault is a fine-grained limestone, typically beige to cream in colour, with a uniform texture and subtle natural variations.
Ambrault is a Limestone quarried in France, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICFRLS02898. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every limestone, 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: honed, brushed, sandblasted, bush-hammered, split-face. Typical applications: interior and exterior floors, façades, pool surrounds, garden design, carved elements.
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 Ambrault suitable for outdoor use?
Limestone: suitable for façades and paving in temperate climates with a honed, brushed or bush-hammered finish. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Ambrault per m²?
Indicative price from €70/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 Ambrault 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.
