Shot Blasted Granite Paving
Transform your garden or patio with the medley of natural colours and tones found within our shot-blasted paving. With a lightly textured surface and beautiful variations in colour throughout, no slab is the same and each paver features its own unique tones and textures formed naturally over thousands of years.
A Robust & Long-lasting Option
Shot blasted granite paving will stand the test of time even in harsh weather and is suited to the British climate to offer a robust and long-lasting paving option which will last for decades. The lightly textured surface of the stone will help to retain grip underfoot and is frost-resistant, helping to keep your paving looking it’s best all year round!
What is Shot Blasted Paving?
Shot blasting is a technique used to produce a slightly rough texture to the surface of the stone. Each granite slab is peppered with shots of small steel beads at high velocity and removes a fine layer from the surface of the stone in the process. The shot blasting process adds an even degree of texturing to the surface of the slabs and adds extra grip underfoot.
Sealing Shot Blasted Paving
It’s generally advised to seal paving slabs to help prevent any staining, as well as helping to prevent the growth of any moss or algae. You may want to consider sealing your paving, especially if your stone is light in colour, as any stains will be more visible. However, sealing is not compulsory and there is a wide range of sealing products on the market which will provide various results. Some sealants will simply seal and protect, whereas others can be used to enhance the colour of your slabs. Sealing your patio paving will also help to protect against other general wear such as fading which can sometimes occur over long periods in places where the stone is likely to see excessive use, such as public walkways. As for when to apply a sealer, there are no specific guidelines and most landscapers and tradespersons will have their own tried and tested methods. Some people choose to seal their paving slabs before laying to prevent any staining during the laying process and others prefer to leave their stone unsealed for up to a year, allowing the stone to weather naturally before applying a sealant. We always advise speaking to a local tradesperson who will be able to assess the many variables within your environment and offer specific advice for your project.
We offer a range of sealing and cleaning products here which are all suitable for use on shot blasted paving. If in doubt, speak to one of our experts who would be happy to answer your questions and provide any advice you may need!
What is Calibrated Paving?
The term ‘Calibrated’ means that the slabs have been cut to a consistent thickness. Calibrated paving is easier to lay than a non-calibrated stone as it eliminates any large variations in thickness between each slab, removing the need to take this into consideration during the laying process. Our riven stone is calibrated to 22mm in thickness and an allowance should be made for +/- 5mm to cover natural variations in the surface of the stone which give the riven paving its characteristic look.
Order A FREE Sample
With so many options, it can be hard to come to a decision on which is the right choice for your project. This is why we offer our customers FREE Samples, allowing you to see and feel the stone before ordering so you can be sure you are making the right choice! Our free sample service will allow you to see an example of some of the textures and tones within our paving and you’ll be able to see some great examples of some of the natural variations that you’re likely to see within the stone on each product page.
Contact Us Today
If you have any questions or would like a free quote, one of our experts would be happy to help! Speak to a member of our team on 01206 700 599, via email at [email protected] or through our Live Chat feature!
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