We’re often asked\u00a0about the difference between Historic European Cobblestone\u2019s<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0reclaimed \u201cgranite<\/em>\u201d and antique \u201csandstone<\/em>\u201d cobblestone. Both types of cobblestone are authentic reclaimed, antique (100-400 year old) cobble. Both have all of the character charm and the authentic worn patina found only by virtue of its historic age.<\/p>\n One of the main features of this collection of reclaimed antique cobblestone is the tremendous size options – more than you will find anywhere else! Granite and sandstone cobblestone is available in SIX sizes (3″-4″, 5″x5″, 6″x6″, 7″x7″, 4″x7″, 5″x8″) and both types can be sawn (bottom side) reducing the cobble to as thin as 1.5″ to\u00a0 2\u201d creating an antique paver for installation on a concrete base!\u00a0However, there are historic stone quarries in Europe\u00a0that are known for an extremely tight grained stone, as hard and durable as granite, yet different two\u00a0 ways. We call this antique cobble sandstone<\/em> – the name highlighting the beautiful warm colors.<\/p>\n Different from traditional antique granite cobblestone, the color range of antique sandstone is\u00a0extremely unique. While granite is known for natural colors in mostly warm grays, with some greens and rust colors, you’ll immediately notice sandstone cobblestone is more colorful and charming. With earthier warmer\u00a0grays, and a higher percentage of browns and tans, this cobblestone provides a perfect palette to compliment many architectural styles. More photos can be found by visiting our project photos gallery<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Secondly, reclaimed sandstone cobblestone has a\u00a0relatively smooth and well-worn top offering a more foot-friendly surface. This makes it a very suitable choice for walkways and patios as well as driveways and motor courts. The surface appearance of old granite cobblestone has more character and ranges from slightly uneven to relatively flat.<\/p>\nThe two main differences: color and surface\/texture.<\/h5>\n