There are many different colors evident in each stone due to the formation process and these vibrant colors come to life in the coasters made from it. No two coasters are exactly the same with different hues and patterns. There are also different forms of sandstone to choose from to give you a wide range of colors.



One sandstone coaster (http://www.thirstycoasters.com/servlet/-strse-Interiors/Categories) is capable of holding up to ¼ cup of liquid. This means that all the water that condenses on the outside of a glass holding a cold beverage will be contained within the coaster and won't drip onto the surface of the table.

If you have a hot beverage, the coaster will also protect the surface from the heat that can cause a white stain on the wood of the table that can only be removed with refinishing. Laminated wooden surfaces can also sustain damage from water pooling on the top or from heat. It will buckle up and crack, thus ruining the furniture.

Although each sandstone coaster is a work of art, you can also have impressive miniature works of art painted on each one. Enjoy the works of such famous artists as Frank Lloyd Wright in your coaster set. Christmas scenes will add to your decorating for this time of the year. Enjoy desert or beach scenes painted on the stone coasters and have security in knowing that these paintings won't wash off with the water pooling on them.

The porous nature of sandstone also makes it possible to have images and scenes etched into the stone. These are usually scenes or images from nature, such as that of animals, images of native life or the Old West. You can also have traditional images imprinted on a set of coasters, such as that of pioneers, kitchen scenes or architectural styles of impressive buildings. Hobbies and sports are also popular images found on a sandstone coaster.

You can have your coasters customized and made to order by adding your own photos to each one. There are many online companies to whom you only have to send the photos you want imprinted on the coasters and choose one of several designs for displaying them.

If you want the actual photo displayed, you do have to make sure that the photo you send via email is in high resolution. A charcoal etching of the photo will make it look as if it is a portrait on the drink coaster (http://www.thirstycoasters.com/servlet/-strse-Themed-Gift-Sets/Categories). This is an elegant way of displaying photos of children and grandchildren on the coffee table for all to see.

A sandstone coaster has cork backing to prevent the stone from scratching the tabletop. Sometimes a glass will stick to the coaster because of the liquid and this sends the coaster crashing to the table or the floor when you lift the glass.

You won't have this problem with coasters made of sandstone because the liquid seeps into the coaster leaving the surface dry. These coasters are very easy to clean with a damp cloth and you will only have to give them a scrubbing if you notice a stain on one or two of them. They will last for generations and will likely become family heirlooms.