Technical Information
Stone name: Whitton Fell Sandstone
Geological type: Carboniferous sandstone
Colour/texture: Buff with pink intrusions, fine to medium grained
Maximum size: Lengths over three metres have been supplied
Density: 2201kg per cubic metre
Water absorption: 4.94%
Compressive strength: 42 N/mm2
Freeze thaw resistance: Tests indicate that failure due to frost action is unlikely