Sandstone Paving Slabs
Sandstone slabs are typically the first choice to transform any garden or patio with the medley of natural colours offering a wide variety of design options to suit any garden, as well as providing a strong and durable finish that will last a lifetime! As a natural stone paving, sandstone will stand the test of time even in harsh weather and is suited to the British climate to last for decades.
Sandstone Paving offers the charm and appeal that only natural stone can, with beautiful variations in colour throughout and unique tones formed naturally over thousands of years to promise your garden a finish filled with character!
Choose from a traditional, Riven Surface or a contemporary, Smooth Finish to find the right style of sandstone paving slabs to suit your space. All of our Sandstone slabs hail from the highest quality sources in India, so you can shop with the peace of mind that your patio stones have been sourced ethically, whatever your choice.
Riven or Sawn & Honed? What’s the difference?
A riven surface is created naturally when the stone is split along its layers, providing a truly authentic finish. This process leaves beautiful natural variations in texture throughout the surface of each slab, meaning that no paver is exactly the same, one of the main appeals of Riven Sandstone Paving. Each riven slab features hand-dressed edges which add to the natural, organic look and feel of the paving stones to create a timeless appeal to any traditional design. This style of sandstone paving is suited to traditional settings and is a great alternative to Yorkstone, whilst also working out to be less expensive!
Tumbled paving is treated by passing the slabs through a slowly rotating drum, a process that smoothes off the edges, corners and surfaces of the slab to give the stone a slightly aged look that will blend seamlessly into any space as if it had already been there for years! When tumbling a riven stone, the variations in the surface texture of the slabs remain but any harsh edges are smoothed off, resulting in a lightly riven texture that is much smoother to the touch and gives the stone a long-established appearance. Tumbled paving is perfect for a traditional patio design with the slightly worn effect adding to the character of the space.
Sawn sandstone is sawn straight off the block rather than being split naturally. The sawn slabs are cut down to size and the top surface is honed or sandblasted, creating a smooth finish with a slight sheen. Our Smooth Sandstone Paving is sawn on all 6 sides, meaning that the 4 edges are also straight and machine-cut with a smooth finish to complete the contemporary look. Sawn sandstone paving offers an entirely different appeal to riven sandstone and features more pronounced patterns and colours. Our sawn sandstone has a level of natural slip resistance and, as long as the paving is maintained, the stone will retain its grip underfoot. We advise taking the usual care and precautions when walking on the slabs when wet, but the slabs are not known to be slippery and are designed specifically for outdoor use.
Shot blasting is a technique used to produce a slightly rough texture to the surface of the paving stones by peppering the top surface of a sawn sandstone with shots of small steel beads at high velocity. This removes a fine layer from the stone and adds an even degree of texturing across the surface of the slabs leaving a finish that still offers a flat paving option, but with a slightly worn look which gives the stone a little extra character, as well as added grip underfoot.
Sandstone Paving Colours
Indian stone paving is available in a wide range of colours ranging from the neutral cream or grey tones in our Sawn Mint and Kandla Grey Sandstone to the range of earthy browns and greens in our Autumn Brown and Raj Green Sandstone. If you’re looking for something a little more vibrant, Rippon Buff and Rainbow Sandstone feature some more eye-catching colours and our Fossil Mint Sandstone offers beautiful natural fossil detailing, formed over thousands of years! For more information on each style, read our Quick Guide To Indian Sandstone Paving Colours!
Sealing Sandstone Paving Slabs
It’s generally advised to seal a sandstone patio to help protect against staining, as well as prevent the growth of any moss or algae. You may want to consider sealing your slabs if your stone is light in colour, as any stains will be more visible, but sealing is not compulsory and there are plenty of options that will provide various results. Some sealants will simply seal and protect, whereas others can even be used to enhance the colour of your stone. Sealing sandstone paving will also help to protect against other general wear such as fading which can sometimes occur over long periods. As for when to apply a sealer, there are no specific guidelines and most landscapers will have their own tried and tested methods. Some people choose to seal their paving stones 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 sandstone to weather naturally first. To find out what is best for you, we always advise speaking to a local tradesperson who will be able to assess the needs of your project. You can find out more about Sealing Paving Slabs on our blog!
What is Calibrated Sandstone Paving?
The term ‘Calibrated’ means that the slabs have been cut to a consistent thickness. Calibrated sandstone 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.
From The Blog
Find out more about Indian Sandstone Paving and discover the full range of options available to you, as well as the different benefits of each!
Order A Sample
With so many options, it can be hard to come to a decision on which styles of Indian Sandstone slabs to choose for your project. This is why we offer our customers FREE Samples, allowing you to see and feel our paving stones before ordering so you can be sure you are making the right choice! Our 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.
Read Our Advice On Laying A Patio
Our handy guide lists the best practices for the preparation and process of laying a patio on a mortar bed. We also cover the basics of grouting, sealing and maintenance so that you have a full overview of the process from start to finish and are fully prepared before you begin your project!
Read our Installation Guide for more.
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Find the answers to our most frequently asked questions here. Alternatively, to speak to a member of our team, contact us on 01206 700 599 or [email protected].
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