Cinzento
Cinzento is an Indian sandstone in a calm grey with a fine, even grain. Its restrained slab image and good workability make it a proven choice for external surfaces, terraces and robust interior applications.
Cinzento is an Indian sandstone in a calm grey with a fine, even grain. Its restrained slab image and good workability make it a proven choice for external surfaces, terraces and robust interior applications.
Cinzento – Portuguese for “ash” or “grey” – is an Indian sandstone that convinces through its calm, homogeneous grey colouring and its fine grain. The slab image is deliberately restrained: no strong veining, no dramatic contrasts – instead an even, earthy presence that is exactly right in many architectural contexts.
Sandstones such as Cinzento consist mainly of quartz and feldspar grains held together by a natural binder. This open structure makes them receptive to sealers and somewhat more susceptible to strong acids than hard stones. At the same time, sandstone is exceptionally easy to work – it can be cut, dressed and profiled well, which predestines it for craft-based and historically inspired applications.
Areas of application for Cinzento are outdoor terraces, paths and driveways, façade cladding, window sills, stair treads and rustic floor coverings. Indoors it is particularly suitable in entrance areas and more robust living areas. At ROSSITTIS, Cinzento is available as floor slabs, tiles and in bespoke formats.
Current availability from our warehouse.
2 slabs in stock · plus 2 blocks
Thicknesses: 1 & 1.3 cm · Finishes: Satin-honed · Available as: Skirting, Tiles and flooring slabs
Updated daily from our live stock.
Cinzento is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
The surface is brushed — softer minerals are removed in a targeted way, creating a subtle depth with a matt appearance. A characteristic sandstone look with a warm, gently rough feel. More maintenance-intensive than hard stones, but characterful and natural — for interior surfaces and sheltered exterior applications.
Sandstone such as Cinzento should be treated regularly with a high-quality sealer to keep moisture and stains at bay. For cleaning, use only mild, pH-neutral cleaning products – no acids, which can attack the limestone binder. Outdoors, cleaning with moderate water pressure is possible. The surface finishes available in stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down.
Cinzento is a natural stone from India.
Cinzento is Portuguese and means grey or ash-coloured – an apt description of the colouring of this sandstone.
Yes, sandstone is generally frost-resistant and weatherproof. Outdoors, regular sealing is advisable.
Seal it regularly, use a pH-neutral cleaner, no acids. Outdoors, clean with moderate water pressure as required.
The price depends on the batch, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — with natural stone there is no serious flat rate per square metre. Business customers see prices once their B2B account is activated; private customers receive a complete quote through a fabricator near them.