Hand-Dressed Kota Stone overview
Hand-Dressed Kota Stone describes how the surface of Kota limestone is processed — the stone itself is the same Kota limestone available in blue, grey, green and brown shades. Traditional chisel-dressed surface or edges, used for a rustic, handcrafted look. Made to order.
Recommended use: Landscape, heritage work, steps, cladding. The finish affects appearance, slip resistance, maintenance and price, so pick it based on where the stone will be laid rather than on looks alone.
Finish terminology is not fully standardised across the Kota stone trade. Before ordering, confirm with a photo or physical sample exactly what surface you will receive.
Available sizes and thicknesses
Typical formats in the Kota stone trade. Availability of each combination for hand-dressed kota stone changes with stock — please confirm before ordering.
| Format | Sizes | Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Tiles (standard cut) | 16×16, 18×18, 20×20, 22×22, 24×24 in | 20–25 mm typical |
| Rectangular cut | 24×12, 24×18, 4×2 ft | 20–30 mm typical |
| Random / un-calibrated slabs | Mixed lengths approx. 2–6 ft | 20–40 mm |
| Custom cut | As per drawing | On request |
Finishes
- Hand-Dressed
Use polished or semi-polished finishes for dry interiors, and rough, natural or anti-skid finishes for outdoor, wet and sloped areas. See the sizes & finishes guide.
Maintenance
Low maintenance; wash with water.
Applications
- Landscape
- heritage work
- steps
- cladding
Advantages and limitations
Advantages
- Matches the surface to the use area
- Available on most Kota colours (subject to stock)
Limitations
- Terminology differs between suppliers — confirm with sample
- Additional processing can add to cost
Hand-Dressed Kota Stone price
The price of hand-dressed kota stone depends on grade, colour, thickness, finish, size and cutting, order quantity, freight to your site, loading/unloading, GST and current market conditions. Contact us for the latest Kota Stone price based on your required product, size, finish, quantity and delivery location.
Read more in our Kota stone price guide.
Buying guidance
- Ask for photos or a physical sample of the actual lot, not a catalogue image.
- Choose grade by visibility: selected grade for living areas, standard grade for back areas.
- Match finish to the area — never mirror polish on wet exterior surfaces.
- Calculate area in sq ft and add 5–10% wastage (more for random slabs).
- Confirm thickness tolerance, delivery timeline, freight and unloading responsibility.
