The final decision! - Sandstone quality

[Offcemonkey]

Will be narrowing choice down to what local EH Smith stock, as can get good discounts through mate!!
They do Bret and Stonemarket, but the chap reckons that although Stonemarket probably the best, the Brett are more or less as good quality.
Missus not decided yet, but it’s between sandstone, tumbled sandstone, and limestone. Given the various ranges of Bret and Stonemarket, can anyone give their opinion on quality/longevity/maintenance? I am not looking for comments on what it looks like, as that is obviously personal choice and down to us!!!
Only thing I was a bit concerned about was the thickness of Bret (25-35) compared to Stonemarket (40 on some of them). It’s for a domestic patio (Wife, 2 kids, drunken friends) if that helps!
Lastly, is it worth sealing to prevent the inevitable red wine/ketchup stains, and if so, are there any products that do the job without ruining the natural appearance!!
Thanks in advance for your valued feedback.

[lutonlagerlout]

look here for advice on sealants
indian s/stone is much of a muchness,the raj green or mint looks ok,but the slabber is the person who will make most difference
bon chance
LLL

[Offcemonkey]

Cheers LLL. Any comment on difference between Bret and Stonemarket? (especially thickness?)

[lutonlagerlout]

i seem to remember that stonemarket area better thickness than brett but suppliers seem to chop and change all the time,go down and look at the crates you are buying,its not just thickness you look for its lamination and colour
cheers LLL