Weights and Measurements
Tool Weights and Dimensions
Since the majority of the tools in this website are
individually handcrafted, their weight and dimensions
may vary slightly from those stated in their product
descriptions. Please note that every effort is taken to
accurately measure and weigh each tool. However, should
their dimensions and weights vary from those stated,
this variance in no way adversely affects the integrity,
functionality, or ease of the tool’s use.
Cut Stone Weights
and Measurements
Stones are sold as is with no returns and no refunds. All
stone is measured by weight -- Sculpture House's online store
offers a variety of alabaster and soapstone in our most
popular sizes - 4 lbs., 8 lbs., and 10 lbs. Stone is
originally formed in boulders ranging in weight between 20 and
several hundred pounds. Normally you won't find small single
stones under 10-15 lbs.; therefore smaller sizes are cut
from larger boulders. Boulders are first cut into slabs and
then cut into smaller pieces that can be easily handled. The
cut pieces are usually flat on at least two and even three
sides and will always be irregular in shape.
How to Calculate
Proper Stone Weight When Ordering
To order pieces other than 4 lbs., 8 lbs., or 10
lbs., please call us at 609-466-2986. To assist you in
determining what weight stone you may require to
accomplish your piece, read the
following. This serves as a guideline only.
When desiring a specific cut dimension you must go at
least 20% larger in volume to get the core shape
you want. So, for ex., if you want a 10" square piece
(10" by 10" by 10"), your outside dimensions must be at
least a 12" by 12" by 12" square piece to allow for
reducing to your final dimensions. However, you must
convert physical size into weight for ordering stone.
Here is a method you can use to do so:
- Decide upon the final desired dimensions of your
stone. (let's say, 10" by 10" by 10");
- Increase its physical outside dimensions by 20%. (12" by
12" by 12");
- Calculate the cubic inches of the larger piece using
this formula: length in inches by width in inches by
height in inches. (12" by 12" by 12" = 1728 cu. inches);
- Divide the result by 16 to realize the weight of piece of stone in pounds
you should order. (1728 cu. in / 16 =
108 lbs.)
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