Andesite in Minecraft
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To craft Andesite, combine 1 Diorite and 1 Cobblestone in a crafting table — it makes 2 at a time. Mine it with at least a Wooden Pickaxe.
- Type
- Block
- Stack size
- Up to 64
- Craftable
- Yes (makes 2)
- Best tool
- Pickaxe
- Blast resistance
- 6
How to craft Andesite
You need a crafting table for this recipe. Place the ingredients exactly as shown to get 2 at once.
🧺 Shapeless recipe — put these anywhere in the crafting grid: Diorite + Cobblestone
How to mine Andesite
The best tool for Andesite is the Pickaxe. To get the block as a drop you need at least a Wooden Pickaxe. With a hardness of 1.5, it is quick to break.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Best tool | Pickaxe |
| Minimum tier to drop | Wooden |
| Hardness | 1.5 |
| Blast resistance | 6 |
| Light level | None |
| Transparent | No |
Good blast resistance — it survives most creeper explosions nearby.
What is Andesite used for?
Andesite is an ingredient in 4 crafting recipes:
Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
How do you craft Andesite in Minecraft?
Combine 1 Diorite and 1 Cobblestone in a crafting table, which gives you 2 Andesite.
What tool do you need to mine Andesite?
Use a Pickaxe. You need at least a Wooden Pickaxe for it to drop.
What can you make with Andesite?
Andesite is used to craft Andesite Slab, Andesite Stairs, Andesite Wall and Polished Andesite.