SandStone

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Nichiha SandStone architectural wall panel shown in a manufacturer product photograph

SandStone

Manufacturer
Nichiha
Product
SandStone
Status
Current
Market
United States
Last verified
September 23, 2026

Overview

SandStone is a Nichiha architectural wall panel (AWP) in the Masonry Series. Its face is a textured finish that mimics stucco, in a neutral color palette. The panel is engineered with a built-in rainscreen and suits exterior and interior use.

The Masonry Series panels are prefinished, which removes the mortar of masonry work. SandStone is one of the rainscreen wall panels in Nichiha's range, and it is separate from Polished SandStone, which is made in the same size.

Finishes and colors

SandStone has three colors, each with matching corners.

  • Autumn Brown
  • Desert Beige
  • Gentle Gray

Polished SandStone, listed on the same sheet, is offered in Parchment, Misty Gray and Dust.

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Profile and dimensions

SandStone is made in one format, AWP 1818.

  • Height: 17-7/8 in. (455 mm)
  • Length: 71-9/16 in. (1818 mm)
  • Thickness: 3/4 in. (18 mm)
  • Exposed coverage: 8.88 square feet per panel
  • Packaging: 2 pieces per pack, 17.76 square feet

Weight

A SandStone panel weighs 39.7 pounds, or 4.47 pounds per square foot. The Polished SandStone panel of the same size weighs 43.61 pounds, or 4.91 pounds per square foot.

Installation direction

SandStone panels are installed horizontally.

Rainscreen and clips

Behind SandStone, the built-in rainscreen promotes ventilation and drainage. SandStone goes up with simple clip installation and hidden fasteners. The clip system is consistent across AWP products, and it has a high wind load rating and Miami-Dade County approval.

Masonry Series

The Masonry Series covers approximately nine square feet per panel and offers six colors across SandStone and Polished SandStone. The series text says SandStone gives a traditional look through subtle color and deep texture.

Photographs show SandStone in Gentle Gray and Desert Beige. One photograph pairs SandStone Gentle Gray with VintageWood in Bark. Related products named on the product page are Illumination and PlymouthBrick.

Summary of data

Masonry Series, AWP 1818, 3/4 inch thick, 39.7 pounds per panel, 4.47 pounds per square foot, 8.88 square feet exposed, colors Autumn Brown, Desert Beige and Gentle Gray.