Common
Stone
Sandstone
StoneCommon
Sandstone is a common stone block in Minecraft.
Entity Relationship Graph
Crafting Recipes
Block Properties
Internal ID
minecraft:sandstoneCategoryStone
Stack Size64
Hardness0.8
Blast Resistance0.8
Transparent✗ No
Light LevelNone
Commands
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:sandstone 1Set Block Command
/setblock ~ ~ ~ minecraft:sandstone
Mining Information
Required Tool
Wooden Pickaxe+
Mining Time
Varies by tool (base: 0.8s)
Silk Touch
May give different drop
Fortune Effect
No effect
Frequently Asked Questions
What tool do I need to mine Sandstone?▼
To properly mine Sandstone and receive item drops, you need: Wooden Pickaxe+. Using a lower tier tool or the wrong tool type will result in no drops.
Is Sandstone blast resistant?▼
Sandstone has a blast resistance of 0.8. It can be destroyed by most explosions.
What is the Minecraft ID for Sandstone?▼
The internal Minecraft ID for Sandstone is "minecraft:sandstone". You can use this ID with commands like /setblock, /fill, and /give.
About Sandstone
Sandstone is a common block in Minecraft, categorized as a stone block. The internal game ID for this block is minecraft:sandstone.
With a hardness of 0.8, Sandstone takes relatively little time to mine. For optimal mining speed and to receive item drops, use Wooden Pickaxe+.
Sandstone is a solid, opaque block that blocks light and allows mobs to spawn on its surface in dark conditions.