Export guide
FOB, CFR or CIF? The Shipping Term That Changes Your Bill
What FOB, CFR and CIF mean for a stone order, and who pays for freight and insurance under each.
Buying guide
Andesite Paving: 7 Things Importers Check Before They Pay
A buyer's checklist for finish, thickness, samples, packing and shipping terms.
Quick answer
Before importing andesite pavers, check the finish, thickness, size, colour variation, packing and documents, and approve a sample before you confirm a container order.
What Andesite Pavers Are
Andesite is a grey volcanic stone. We list it for driveways, heavy-traffic pavers, walkways and wall cladding. Its colour is grey to dark grey with a natural spotted look.
Check the Specification
Ask for the full specification in writing and compare it with what you need:
| Stone | Type | Colour | Finishes | Standard sizes | Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andesite Stone | Andesite (Volcanic) | Grey / Dark Grey (Spotted) | Flamed, Bush Hammered, Honed | 30x30, 30x60, 40x60, 60x60 cm | 3, 4, 5 cm (pavers) |
Choose the Finish for the Use
Andesite comes flamed, bush hammered or honed. Flamed and bush hammered finishes are textured and are commonly chosen where grip matters, such as driveways and walkways. Honed is smoother and suits walls and other low-slip-risk areas. Read more in natural stone finishes explained.
Match Thickness to the Use
Pavers are listed at 3, 4 and 5 cm. Thicker pavers are normally chosen where heavier loads are expected.
General advice: Your engineer or contractor should confirm the thickness and the base construction for vehicle areas.
Approve a Sample and Check Colour Variation
Andesite has a natural spotted look, so pieces differ slightly. Approve a sample first, and for larger orders ask for photos before loading. We check quantity, size and finish before loading, and photos before loading are available on request.
Packing and Loading
Stone is packed to reduce damage in transit. Typical shipments use 20 ft or 40 ft containers, and all shipments load at Tanjung Priok Port in Jakarta. Most orders ship as full containers, and smaller trial orders can be discussed.
Shipping Terms, Documents and Payment
Our standard term is FOB Tanjung Priok, with CFR and CIF to your destination port on request. We handle the Certificate of Origin, Fumigation Certificate, Lab Analysis and commercial documents. Payment is a 60% deposit to start production and a 40% balance, as stated in the proforma invoice.
Read more in FOB, CFR and CIF explained and documents needed to import natural stone.
Frequently asked questions
What thickness of andesite pavers do you offer?
Andesite pavers are listed at 3, 4 and 5 cm. Standard sizes are 30x30, 30x60, 40x60 and 60x60 cm, and custom sizes are available on request.
Which finish is suitable for driveways?
Textured finishes such as flamed or bush hammered are commonly chosen where grip matters. Tell us about your project and we confirm the finish.
Can I order a trial container?
Most orders ship as full containers, and we can discuss smaller trial orders. Send your requirements for details.
Which port do you ship from?
All shipments load at Tanjung Priok Port in Jakarta, Indonesia.
