Understanding how to use Cut Sandstone Slab for efficient resource gathering in Trails and Tales 1 20
In Trails and Tales version 1 20 the Cut Sandstone Slab stands out as a practical tool for resource gathering and compact builds. Its solid feel and reliable drops make it a favorite for desert themed projects and mining expeditions. The slab is not just a decorative piece it is a workhorse for players who value efficiency and a clean aesthetic 🧱
Resource gathering often benefits from smart scaffolding and controlled access. With Cut Sandstone Slab you can craft quick routes into desert biomes and create safe, low cost platforms around mined ore. The block supports careful planning whether you are building mine entrances or staging areas for daily resource runs. The result is smoother digs and fewer wasted blocks 🌵
Block data at a glance
- id 581
- name cut_sandstone_slab
- displayName Cut Sandstone Slab
- hardness 2.0
- resistance 6.0
- stackSize 64
- diggable True
- material mineable/pickaxe
- transparent False
- emitLight 0
- filterLight 0
- defaultState 12138
- minStateId 12135
- maxStateId 12140
- states type enum top bottom double waterlogged bool
- harvestTools 877 882 887 892 897 902
- drops 286
- boundingBox block
Placement and state aware building
The Cut Sandstone Slab has three states that matter for practical builds top bottom and double. Top and bottom let you create stairs and half height walkways while the double state forms a full block when two slabs meet. This flexibility helps you design resource gathering routes that feel natural and sturdy. Waterlogged is a second behavior that can affect how water interacts with your build and can be used to trap light or guide water flows for farms and micro effects 🧭
When you place a slab in a mine shaft or desert ramp you can adjust the line of sight to reduce fall risk and improve mining pace. A double slab staircase behaves like a standard stair block and makes for quick ascents without wasting material. In a busy mining camp these tiny decisions accumulate into big time savings during long harvest sessions ⚒️
Practical tips for Trails and Tales players
Use slabs to extend your reach when mining deep into sandstone layers. A shallow ramp made from cut sandstone slabs can keep you safe and maintain a clear path for cart tracks or minecarts. When harvesting sandstone resources in desert temples or mesa outposts a few well placed slabs cut down on block usage and keep your routes tidy. In addition the material is easy to craft and stack so you can move quickly from one site to another 💎
For builders who like clean lines try combining top level slabs with regular sandstone blocks. The visual contrast helps define walkways and platforms while maintaining a cohesive desert theme. If you are crafting a large resource hub the ability to create compact staircases and elevated platforms with minimal materials is a major time saver 🌲
On the technical side Trails and Tales introduces various block states that empower you to fine tune your projects. Familiarize yourself with the top bottom and double variants so that your desert builds look intentional rather than improvised. The waterlogged state gives you another axis to experiment with water and light interplay in your vaults or farms. It is a small feature but it opens up clever layouts for resource control and display cases ⚙️
Community creators often push the limits with sandstone based resources. Mod packs and texture packs may extend slab behavior or alter rendering for dramatic desert castles. The Cut Sandstone Slab is a reliable core piece that plays nicely with both vanilla and modded setups. If you enjoy sharing your builds with others this block offers simple yet effective ways to showcase your resource gathering workflow 🧱
To recap the practical value of this block in 1 20 Trails and Tales you gain a dependable material for scaffolding stairs safe platforms and efficient routing around sandstone resources. Its multiple states enable dynamic forms without adding clutter. For large scale desert builds the slab helps you maintain a cohesive look while keeping your mining operations nimble and fast
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