SAMPLE - Desert Buff Calibrated Sandstone Paving

Perhaps the most wonderful thing about natural stone is how full of character and charm each individual piece is. The tones and textures, naturally formed, are unique to each and every piece of stone, ensuring a truly unique patio.

Whether your preference is for a traditional design or a more contemporary style, natural stone can be used effectively to achieve either look to suit you and your outdoor space. The material lends itself beautifully to a cottage-garden look, complimenting established, planted spaces for a natural feel. Opting for singles-sizes, or laying mixed-sizes in a linear pattern helps to achieve a more contemporary look.

Natural stone has lasted thousands if not millions of years so far, so it's pretty tough stuff. The natural durability and hard-wearing nature of stone makes it a fantastic choice that has already proven to stand the test of time.

Inevitably, natural stone will weather over time when exposed to the elements. Thankfully, an occasional jet wash is usually sufficient enough for lifting the dirt from the surface to reveal once again its natural beauty. For anything more stubborn, there is a plethora of cleaning products available, designed specifically for natural stone, to precisely tackle anything from algae and lichen to rust and general staining.

All of Landscaping Direct's own paving has been ethically sourced. This ensures that child and slave labour have not been used, fair wages have been paid and working conditions are safe, hygienic and humane. By ensuring your stone has come from an ethical source, you can enjoy your patio with the reassurance that proper care and quality has gone in to it.

Calibrated paving has been processed to a nominal thickness which helps to provide consistency and ease of laying.

Incredibly, every piece of natural stone has been split, shaped and dressed by hand. The skill and craftsmanship that goes in to forming each flag helps gives it such character. The hand-dressed edge offers that classic finish as opposed to sawn straight edges.