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Kota Brown Stone
Limestone
- Origin
- India (Kota, Rajasthan)
- Thickness
- 18 mm
- Upkeep
- Low
Kota Brown is an olive brown limestone from Kota, Rajasthan, India. Appearance: even olive-brown. Common uses: high-traffic floors, parking and corridors, verandahs and terraces. It takes a soft sheen, not a marble gloss, and should not be cleaned with acid.
Kota Brown at a glance
| Type | Limestone |
|---|---|
| Origin | India (Kota, Rajasthan) |
| Colour | Olive brown (brown stones) |
| Look | Even olive-brown |
| Thickness | 18 mm |
| Finishes this stone can take | Natural (riven), Honed (machine cut), Polished, Leather |
| Maintenance | Maintenance is low. Hard-wearing. The surface can be re-polished. |
Finishes listed are those this stone can take, not stock. Check availability for the finish you want.
Best for
- High-traffic floors
- Parking and corridors
- Verandahs and terraces
- Commercial and institutional floors
- Outdoor paving
Avoid in
- Acid cleaners
- Expecting a marble-like gloss
Will Kota Brown work in my room?
Choose a room for a straight answer.
Yes, Kota Brown suits flooring.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for flooringWe would not use Kota Brown for kitchen countertops.
It is not suited to this use. If you love the look, these stones suit kitchen countertops:
All stones for kitchen countertops
Yes, Kota Brown suits bathrooms.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for bathroomsYes, Kota Brown suits staircases.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for staircasesIt can work, with care.
Kota Brown can be used for wall cladding in some situations. Tell us how the space will be used and we will tell you honestly whether it suits.
All stones for wall cladding
Yes, Kota Brown suits outdoor and paving.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for outdoor and pavingWe would not use Kota Brown for backlit features.
It is not suited to this use. If you love the look, these stones suit backlit features:
All stones for backlit features
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Where to see Kota Brown
Akrruthi Stones
Natural Stone
Sy No 62/2, Bannerghatta Road, Bannerughatta, Mantapa, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083Opening hours: please call before you visit.
Questions about Kota Brown
Where is Kota Brown from?
Kota Brown comes from India (Kota, Rajasthan). Akrruthi sells every stone under its true origin.
Can Kota Brown be used outdoors?
Yes. Kota Brown suits exteriors. Choose a textured finish such as natural (riven) and honed (machine cut) for grip where it gets wet.
Which finish is best for Kota Brown?
Kota Brown can take these finishes: natural (riven), honed (machine cut), polished and leather. It is most often sold natural or honed. Polished shows colour and pattern most strongly; honed and textured finishes are matt and give more grip. Ask which finish is available in the lot you choose.
How do I clean and maintain Kota Brown?
Maintenance is low. Hard-wearing. The surface can be re-polished. Avoid acidic and bleach-based cleaners on natural stone.