Arenaria DI Val Gardena is a distinguished Italian sandstone originating from the Val Gardena area in the Dolomites, renowned for its warm beige and cream tones. This natural stone exhibits a medium to coarse grain structure with subtle textural variations, offering a rustic yet elegant aesthetic ideal for both interior and exterior applications. Its earthy palette makes it suitable for cladding, flooring, and paving in residential and commercial projects. To ensure proper installation, this material pairs well with honed, brushed, or flamed finishes that highlight its natural character. Marmi di Carrara supplies Arenaria DI Val Gardena as blocks and precision-cut slabs in 2 or 3 cm thicknesses, providing cut-to-size options. Our catalog features photos of actual slabs available before purchase, guaranteeing transparency and quality for architects and designers seeking authentic Italian stone from Italy.
Petrographic description
A volcaniclastic sandstone from the Dolomites, typically featuring a heterogeneous grain size with a matrix of calcareous or argillaceous cement. The rock is characterized by its fragility and high porosity, typical of sedimentary deposits in this Alpine region.
Arenaria DI Val Gardena is a Sandstone quarried in Italy, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICITSA00139. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every sandstone, 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, sawn, sandblasted, bush-hammered, split-face. Typical applications: exterior paving, façades, garden walls, rustic interiors.
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 Arenaria DI Val Gardena suitable for outdoor use?
Sandstone: a classic outdoor stone for paving and walls. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Arenaria DI Val Gardena per m²?
Indicative price from €95/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 Arenaria DI Val Gardena 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.
