Solnhofen Green is a natural limestone quarried in Germany, renowned for its distinctive green hue that ranges from soft sage to deeper olive tones. The stone displays a fine to medium grain with subtle, irregular veining that adds depth without overwhelming the surface. Its uniform colour and texture make it ideal for both interior and exterior applications, including wall cladding, flooring, and decorative panels. Suitable finishes are honed, polished, or brushed, depending on the desired aesthetic. Marmi di Carrara supplies Solnhofen Green in blocks and 2‑3 cm thick slabs, cut‑to‑size, with real‑slab photographs available before purchase.
Petrographic description
Good weather resistance when measured by ASTM C217 (slate).
Solnhofen Green is a Limestone quarried in Germany, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICDELS00483. Its dominant tone is green.
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 Solnhofen Green 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 Solnhofen Green per m²?
Indicative price from €75/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 Solnhofen Green 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.
