Arizona Ledge: Sedona Red

Sedona Red brings the color of red rock country to a wall. It is Arizona Sandstone, a popular stone known for its many color varieties, cut as ledge stone in a deep red. Stacked on a planter, seat wall or column, it adds warmth and strong color. It works especially well with desert, Southwest and Spanish-style homes, and it pairs nicely with tan flagstone on the ground.

A deep red sandstone

Sedona Red is the deep red member of the Arizona Sandstone family. Like the rest of the family, it is a medium hardness stone and very porous.

Its strong color stands out against green plants, tan stucco and pale gravel.

Deep red stone can look bold on a large wall, so many owners use it on a smaller feature, such as a planter or column, and let lighter stone carry the rest of the yard.

Wet the stone in the yard to see how its color deepens after rain or watering.

Building with ledge stone

Ledge stone is cut in long, flat pieces that stack into horizontal bands. It faces planters, seat walls, columns and mailboxes.

For thin veneer over concrete or block, the stone is hard-set with mortar. See stone veneer ideas and all wall stone.

Pairing and care

Use Sedona Red on walls and Buckskin on the ground for a balanced Southwest look.

Because this sandstone is very porous, many owners consider a sealer. Ledge is weighed on its pallet and priced by weight, so ask for a quote by phone or at the yard.

Popular uses

• Stacked planter walls
• Seat walls
• Garden walls
• Columns and pillars
• Entry and mailbox features