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what colors does limestone come in ?

Release Time： 2025-06-17 11:43

【Summary Description】

What colors does limestone come in ?

Many people may think limestone just have beige color, for it’s the most popular color we can see.

Actually Limestone comes in a natural, earthy palette with variations depending on the quarry and mineral content. Here's a breakdown of the most common limestone colors:

1.Beige / Cream

Soft and warm, the most popular color for architecture.

Examples: Moca Cream (Portugal), moleanos Beige (Portugal)

Moca cream limestone

Moleanso beige limestone

2.White / Off-white

Clean and minimal, ideal for modern designs.

Examples: Limra (Turkey), Crema Perla (Spain)

Limra white limestone

Crema Perla

3. Grey

Ranges from light silver to deep charcoal.

Examples: Vratza Grey (Bulgaria), Moleanos Blue (Portugal)

Vratza grey limestone

Moleanos blue limestone

4. Blue-Grey

Subtle cool tones, often used in contemporary designs.

Examples: Bateig Azul (Spain)

Bateig azul limestone

5. Brown / Tan

Earthy tones, often with fossilized textures.

Examples: Shellstone, Jura Brown

Roma brown limestone

6. Gold / Yellow

Warm and rustic, common in Mediterranean-style buildings.

Examples: Palomino, Giallo Dorato

Castel limestone

7.Black (rare)

True black limestone is rare; often a dark grey instead.

Example: newyork limestone

New york black limestone

Other Features That Affect Color:

Fossils and veining – Add character, especially in Jura or shell limestones.

Finish type – Honed, polished, brushed, or sandblasted surfaces can change how the color appears

Would you like help choosing a limestone color for a specific project (e.g., exterior façade, flooring, etc.)?