In Minecraft, “Stone” refers to a basic and versatile building block that is widely used in various construction projects. It is one of the most common blocks in the game and can be found naturally in the Overworld.
Stone has a gray, solid appearance and can be mined directly from the ground as “Cobblestone.” Cobblestone can be obtained by mining regular Stone blocks with a pickaxe. Additionally, Stone can be smelted from Cobblestone in a furnace, creating a smoother version known as “Smooth Stone.”
Smooth Stone, in turn, can be used for various building purposes. Players often use it for creating foundations, walls, floors, and other structural elements in their Minecraft worlds. The simplicity and neutrality of Stone make it a versatile choice for a wide range of architectural styles.
Stone has several variants, including Mossy Stone (infested with mossy cobblestone texture), Stone Bricks, Cracked Stone Bricks, and more. This tutorial will guide you through the crafting process, complete with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Materials Needed:
To craft Stone in Minecraft, you only need one material:
Crafting in Survival Mode:
Follow these easy steps to craft Stone using a furnace:
Open the Furnace Menu:
Begin by opening your furnace to access the Furnace menu.
![Furnace Menu](https://i0.wp.com/minecraftwonders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Furnace-Menu.jpg?resize=1024%2C576)
Add Fuel to the Furnace:
In the bottom fuel box of the furnace, add the necessary fuel to initiate the crafting process.
![Add Fuel to the Furnace](https://i0.wp.com/minecraftwonders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Add-Fuel-to-the-Furnace.jpg?resize=1024%2C576)
Add Items to Make Stone:
Place the Cobblestone in the top box of the furnace. Observe the flames cooking the Cobblestone. Once the process is complete, the Stone will appear in the box to the right.
![Add Items to make Smooth Stone](https://i0.wp.com/minecraftwonders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Add-Items-to-make-Smooth-Stone.jpg?resize=1024%2C576)
Move the Stone to Inventory:
Congratulations! You’ve successfully crafted Stone in your furnace.
![Move the Stone to Inventory](https://i0.wp.com/minecraftwonders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Move-the-Stone-to-Inventory-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576)
Now, move the new item to your inventory for future building projects.
Command for Stone:
For those who prefer commands, here’s how to obtain Stone:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.13 and later:
/give @p stone 1
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.8 to 1.12:
/give @p stone 1 0
Supported Platforms:
Stone is available in various versions of Minecraft, ensuring compatibility across different platforms:
- Java Edition (PC/Mac)
- Pocket Edition (PE)
- Xbox 360
- Xbox One
- PS3
- PS4
- Wii U
- Nintendo Switch
- Windows 10 Edition
- Education Edition