Corncockle is a distinctive red sandstone originating from the United Kingdom. This natural stone features a medium grain structure and a deep, warm hue that adds character to architectural projects. Its robust texture makes it suitable for both interior and exterior applications, including cladding, paving, and feature walls. Common finishes include honed and split surfaces to enhance its natural texture. Marmi di Carrara supplies Corncockle in blocks, slabs of 2 or 3 cm, and cut-to-size pieces. We provide high-resolution photos of actual slabs to ensure you select the exact shade and grain pattern before purchase. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements for this unique British stone.
Petrographic description
Dark red, medium grained sandstone.
Corncockle is a Sandstone quarried in United Kingdom, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICGBSA00067. Its dominant tone is red, with medium grain.
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 Corncockle 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 Corncockle per m²?
Indicative price from €105/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 Corncockle 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.
