Camel Dust Indian Sandstone Paving Slabs - Sawn & Honed - Patio Pack - 20mm - Smooth Paving

What You're Getting

Camel Dust smooth patio pack combines warm natural colour with contemporary processing and layout versatility.

The Warm Beige Palette: Camel Dust shows light beige as its primary colour, soft sandy tones running through most pieces, creamy buff accents, occasional warmer caramel hints. Reads as warm and welcoming rather than cool. Natural variation keeps it interesting.

The smooth surface shows colours clearly. You see every subtle shift from pale sandy beige to richer caramel. Brightens spaces naturally. Colours deepen when wet.

The Smooth Contemporary Finish: Diamond saws cut flat surfaces, mechanical honing adds matte refined texture. Not polished shiny - just smooth and even with crisp squared edges. Contemporary feeling underfoot. Still grips fine because matte.

Shows marks more readily than heavily textured stone but wipes clean easier. Comfortable for barefoot use. Thickness 20mm after processing.

The Mixed-Size Format: Four different sizes create pattern possibilities. 900x600mm (16 pieces), 600x600mm (16 pieces), 600x290mm (16 pieces), 290x290mm (12 pieces). Work them into random layouts. More visual interest than single-format installations.

Standard pack 60 pieces covers 18.95 sqm, smaller option 48 pieces covers 15.25 sqm. Assumes 8-10mm joints.

Why Choose Universal Paving

We source Camel Dust from Indian quarries doing proper sawn and honed processing - full diamond cutting and mechanical honing for genuine smooth finishes. Stone gets calibrated to 20mm and checked before shipping.

Free mainland UK delivery, kerbside drop. Orders by 3pm dispatch within 3-5 days typically.

Our team gives straight answers about Camel Dust's warm beige character. This stone brings gentle light warmth - make sure that soft sandy palette actually fits your project. We'd rather discuss whether the warm tone works for you upfront than deal with "too beige" complaints after delivery.

Available Pack Sizes

Full Pack: 18.95 sqm (60 pieces mixed sizes) - standard patios
Smaller Pack: 15.25 sqm (48 pieces mixed sizes) - compact areas, extensions
Custom Packs Available - need different coverage? We can arrange custom quantities

Both contain four sizes: 900x600mm, 600x600mm, 600x290mm, 290x290mm. Coverage assumes 8-10mm joints. Order 5-10% extra for cuts and repairs - matching warm tones later from different batches gets difficult with natural stone.

How to Use It

Where This Works: Contemporary gardens wanting warmth, modern properties using natural materials, outdoor dining areas, family patios where smooth surfaces matter. The warm beige brightens spaces naturally. Mixed sizes add pattern interest.

Where to Think Twice: Traditional cottage gardens (riven stone better), ultra-minimalist spaces wanting single-tone neutrals, shaded damp areas. If you want cool grey tones, look elsewhere. Camel Dust brings genuine warmth.

Installation Approach: Mixed-size packs require planning random patterns. Lay out dry first working sizes together. Work from multiple size groups distributing colour variation.

Maintain 8-10mm joints throughout. The smooth sawn edges make consistent spacing easier than riven stone. Work on proper foundations - 100mm sub-base minimum, mortar bed, drainage falls.

Installation Tips

Standard prep: 100mm MOT Type 1 sub-base, 30-40mm mortar bed, 1:80 drainage gradient. The 20mm calibrated slabs need solid support.

Work from multiple size groups simultaneously distributing colour variation. Camel Dust's warm tones show subtle shifts from pale sandy beige to richer caramel. Random distribution prevents obvious colour zoning.

The four sizes create pattern flexibility - plan layouts avoiding long continuous joints. Mix large and small pieces naturally. Smooth sawn edges make tight consistent 8-10mm joints easier than rough riven stone. Use spacers throughout.

Brush-in joint compound and seal after installation. The warm beige benefits from sealing - enhances the sandy tones, provides protection.

What to Expect from Natural Stone

Colour Variation: Expect differences between slabs - some light sandy beige, others showing creamier buffs, occasional pieces bringing warmer caramel hints. The smooth surface makes variation obvious. That's natural stone creating its own patterns. Colours deepen when wet.

Surface Characteristics: Flat sawn surfaces still show mineral deposits, natural markings, subtle texture shifts. Honed matte finish isn't perfectly uniform across every piece.

Edges and Dimensions: Minor chips possible despite sawn edges. Dimensional variation despite calibration. 20mm thickness is nominal.

Porosity: Natural sandstone absorbs water despite sealing. Smooth surface shows marks readily but cleans easier than heavily textured finishes. The light warm palette needs regular maintenance.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery to most UK mainland addresses via 18-ton lorry with tail-lift. Kerbside offloading only. Ensure adequate access.

Orders by 3pm dispatch within 3-5 days. Saturday delivery available for additional charge.

Inspect on delivery before signing. Natural colour variation isn't a return ground - that's the stone's character. Significant damage or incorrect products - contact within 48 hours with photos.

Care & Maintenance

Seal after installation with natural stone sealer. Enhances the warm beige tones, provides protection. Reapply every 2-3 years.

Regular sweeping prevents dirt buildup. Smooth surface shows dirt more between cleanings than textured stone. Wash with clean water and mild detergent, avoid acidic cleaners.

Deal with spills promptly - natural stone is porous. The light warm palette shows marks readily so clean as you go.

Remove moss or algae with appropriate treatments. Smooth surface provides less grip for growth than rough textures but it still happens in damp shaded areas.

Popular Combinations

Edging: Kandla Grey cobbles/setts (cool contrast), Camel Dust edging (colour continuity), anthracite black (modern definition)

Steps: Matching Camel Dust smooth for consistency, contrasting grey or dark stone for definition

Borders: Kandla Grey smooth planks (contemporary contrast), matching Camel Dust strips (colour flow), dark grey or anthracite (bold framing)

Jointing: Natural sand, buff, or light brown compounds complement the warm tones better than stark white or black

Need Help?

Our team provides honest guidance on whether Camel Dust smooth patio pack suits your project. This stone has distinctive warm beige character - gentle sandy tones that brighten outdoor spaces. We'd rather discuss whether that warm palette works for your design upfront.

Contact us for coverage calculations, pattern layout questions, or clarity on smooth versus riven finishes.