Natural stone flooring can last for decades when the stone suits the room it goes into. We cut granite, Kota stone, Tandur stone, sandstone and marble into floor tiles and slabs in Rajasthan, and supply them across India and for export.
Each stone behaves differently under feet, water and cleaning. This page sets out which stones suit which floors, the thickness and finish buyers usually ask for, the sizes we cut and the mistakes we see most often, so you can send us a clear requirement.
Which Stones Suit A Floor And Why
We group floor stones by type, because the type decides how a floor wears, how it grips and how much care it needs.
Granite
Granite is the hardest of the common floor stones. It resists scratches from sand and furniture, so it suits busy lobbies, shops, offices and living rooms. Absolute Black Granite and Steel Grey Granite hide dust well. Kashmir White Granite brightens a room that gets little daylight.
Kota, Tandur And Kadappa Limestone
These are dense, fine grained limestones that Indian builders use widely for homes, schools, offices and factories. They stay cool underfoot and a single damaged tile is easy to replace. From our range, buyers pick Kota Brown, Kota Blue, Tandur Grey, Tandur Yellow and Kadappa Black for floors.
Sandstone
Sandstone has a natural grip, which makes it a common choice for verandas, patios, pool sides and driveways. Dholpur Stone, Kandla Grey, Jodhpur Stone and Alis Teak, a teak-coloured sandstone, all work as outdoor paving.
Marble
Marble gives a soft, polished look for bedrooms, halls and prayer rooms. It is softer than granite and reacts with acids, so it suits indoor floors with light traffic. Green Marble and Toronto Marble are the marbles in our range that buyers ask about for floors.
How Floor Stones Compare
| Stone type | Grip | Upkeep | Indoor or outdoor | Typical finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granite | Low when polished and wet, good when flamed or leather | Low, dense and hard to stain | Both | Polished indoors, flamed outdoors |
| Kota and Tandur limestone | Fair in natural finish, low when polished and wet | Medium, a sealer limits oil stains | Both | Natural, honed, polished |
| Sandstone | Good in natural and sandblasted finish | Medium, porous, so outdoor areas need sealing | Mostly outdoor | Natural cleft, sandblasted, tumbled |
| Marble | Low when polished and wet | Higher, acids such as lemon leave dull marks | Indoor | Polished, honed |
These are general properties of each stone type. A single lot can differ, so we suggest you ask for a sample before a large order. Our guide on sandstone vs limestone for outdoor paving compares the two outdoor choices in more detail.
Thickness And Finish Buyers Usually Ask For
- Indoor granite and marble tiles. Buyers usually ask for 18 to 20 mm, polished for dry rooms and honed or leather for kitchens and areas near bathrooms.
- Kota and Tandur floors. Buyers usually ask for 20 to 25 mm in a natural or machine polished finish. Our Kota stone sizes and thickness guide explains the common options.
- Outdoor sandstone paving. Buyers usually ask for 20 to 30 mm for paths and patios, and 40 to 50 mm where cars drive.
- Outdoor granite. Buyers usually ask for 20 to 30 mm with a flamed finish for grip.
You can see how polished, honed, leather and flamed surfaces differ in look and grip in our granite finishes guide.
Floor Sizes We Cut
We cut every floor order from blocks or slabs, so you are not limited to a fixed catalogue size.
- Standard tiles such as 300 x 300 mm, 600 x 300 mm and 600 x 600 mm.
- Larger formats such as 800 x 800 mm or 900 x 600 mm, where the stone and the lot allow.
- Paving sets of mixed sizes laid together in a pattern, for sandstone patios.
- Cut to size pieces for skirting, door thresholds, borders and steps that join the floor.
Send us your room sizes or a floor plan and we confirm what the current lot allows.
Flooring Mistakes To Avoid
- Polished stone on wet floors. A polished surface becomes slippery near bathrooms, kitchens, entrances and pools. Choose honed, leather, flamed or natural there.
- Ordering in parts. Stone from two lots can differ in shade. We suggest ordering the full area plus a small extra for cutting waste in one go.
- Marble where acids spill. Lemon, vinegar and some cleaners leave dull marks on marble and limestone.
- Thin tiles on a weak base. Stone needs a firm, level bed. Thin tiles laid over gaps or soft fill can crack.
- Skipping the sample. Look at a sample in daylight and in the room’s own lighting before you confirm.
Caring For A Stone Floor
- Sweep or vacuum often, since grit underfoot slowly scratches a polished surface.
- Mop with plain water or a pH neutral cleaner made for stone.
- Keep acid and bleach based cleaners off marble, Kota and Tandur floors.
- Reseal porous stones such as sandstone and limestone when your installer advises.
- Put felt pads under chairs and tables to avoid scratches.
Natural Stone Flooring FAQ
Which Natural Stone Is Best For A Home Floor?
Granite is the hardest wearing choice. Kota and Tandur stone are practical and cool underfoot. Marble suits bedrooms and halls that see light use.
Is Granite Flooring Slippery?
Polished granite can be slippery when wet. A honed, leather or flamed finish gives far better grip for wet or outdoor areas.
Can Kota Stone Be Used Outside?
Yes, in a natural finish it is used on verandas and paths. Polished Kota is better kept indoors.
Do I Need To Seal A Stone Floor?
Dense dark granite needs very little sealing. Sandstone, limestone and marble usually benefit from a sealer, so ask your installer for your use.
Can You Supply Stone For Export?
Yes. Our guide on how to order natural stone from India explains samples, packing and shipping terms.
Get A Price For Your Floor
Send us the stone name, floor area, tile size, thickness and finish on WhatsApp. We reply with a written quote.