Some Types of Paving Stones
Limestone
Limestone consists of the mineral calcite, which is primarily calcium carbonate. It is a natural quarried stone, or a sedimentary rock. Limestone is layers of hard sediment, containing fossils from the ocean.
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Limestone is also used as a paving stone in the building and landscaping industries. It can be applied to patios, courtyards and walkways; it is a reliable and durable material for the outdoors. Limestone is also being used for indoor projects such as; vanities and tabletops. Limestone is a natural, beautiful stone, and so versatile. |
Sandstone
Sandstone is the product of extensive erosion. This sedimentary rock is formed through the build up of eroded quartz and feldspar particles, which over time forms a solid mass.
Sandstone is a popular paving stone, due to its uniform, soft, easy to work with texture. It is often applied to verandahs and courtyards, and creates an elegant appeal. Sandstone paver stones are also great for use in veneering and cladding homes.
Bluestone
Bluestone is a ‘feldspathic’ sandstone. It is a natural stone, consisting of quartz and sand particles. Bluestone is simply a blue-grey sandstone that has been quarried in the USA for decades.
Blue stone is widely used as a paving stone for various landscaping applications, such as; patios, driveways and walkways. It is also used in the building industry for cladding, walls and veneering.
Slate
Slate is thin sheets of metasedimentary rock, which have been split so they can be used for roofing and paving. Slate is also widely used for tiling, veneering and as building blocks. |
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Granite
Granite is a natural quarried stone. It is a very popular paving stone used in the landscaping, building and commercial fields.
Granite production has taken on some advancement, making it more accessible for domestic applications. In the past it has been too expensive, but with new processing technologies, the cost reduction has been substantial.
Granite has a reputation for being very strong and durable. These facts make granite a wise choice for your patios, decks and courtyards.
Concrete
Concrete is a manufactured type of paving stone. It is manufactured in high volumes using automated facilities, making it a very cost efficient paver material.
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Concrete is available in many colors, with the use of pigment dyes. Making it possible to obtain any color you desire. Hence, the design opportunities possible with concrete are endless. You can also have your concrete stamped or stenciled. |
Concrete paving stones are widely used for driveways, sidewalks, walkways and retaining walls, just to name a few! It is a very durable paving material.
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