Jaisalmer Yellow: complete guide
Jaisalmer Yellow is an Indian limestone with a characteristic golden-yellow colour, often rich in fossils. It is chosen for its warm colour intensity, rare among natural stones.
History and origin
It comes from the Jaisalmer area, in the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, where this stone has been used for centuries in local architecture, so much so that the city is known for its golden colour. Today it is exported for floors, cladding and finished pieces. It is available in more uniform or more fossil-rich selections. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.
Look and veining
The background is golden yellow, sometimes with ochre or honey tones, with small fossil shells and lighter or darker veins. Variability between slabs is considerable, especially in the fossiliferous selections. Polished, the colour intensifies; honed or brushed, it looks softer and matt.
Technical properties (indicative)
| Classification | fossiliferous limestone |
|---|---|
| Density | approx. 2,500-2,600 kg/m³ (indicative) |
| Mohs hardness | approx. 3 |
| Water absorption | low to medium |
| Main use | interior floors and cladding, inlays |
| Acid resistance | low: sensitive to acids and anti-limescale products |
Recommended uses
It is suitable for interior floors, cladding, bathrooms, stairs, cornices and inlays. Outdoors it can be used in mild climates; for kitchen worktops it is not recommended because of its sensitivity to acids.
Care and maintenance
Neutral detergents, a stain-proofing impregnator and prompt drying of coloured liquids are the main rules. Polished surfaces should be protected from abrasive foot traffic with doormats at entrances.
Pairings
- black or anthracite grey stones for inlays
- teak or rosewood
- indigo blue fabrics
FAQ
Is Jaisalmer Yellow a marble?
It is often called marble commercially, but it is a limestone: it polishes well and remains sensitive to acids like calcitic marbles.
Is it suitable for inlays and patterned floors?
Yes, its intense colour makes it excellent in combination with black, white or red stones for inlays and geometric decorations.
Can it be used in the bathroom?
Yes, for floors and cladding, treated with an impregnator; for cleaning, avoid acidic anti-limescale products.
How do I order it?
On request: specify whether you prefer a uniform or fossiliferous selection, and we will send you a quotation and photos of the slabs.
Jaisalmer Yellow: available on request
We supply this stone as blocks, slabs, tiles and custom-made pieces. Tell us size, thickness and quantity: we will send photos of the available slabs and a quote within 24 hours.
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