Understanding the importance of natural stone selection It is essential when choosing stone that it is suitable for its intended application. For instance, if you’re planning to use stone in an outdoor setting such as around a pool or as coping stones for a wall, it’s crucial to choose a material that can withstand the … Read more
Landscapers come in numerous forms, from the self skilled and experienced to the qualified and creative. A good landscaper will provide massive insight and logic to what you are trying to achieve and give a realistic evaluation on all aspects of a project from the correct plants to use the seasonal change one can expect … Read more
Too often we see shortcuts being taken and a paving job coming unstuck, not straight away but 4-5 years later. Incorrect bedding of the stone, with poor drainage to lack of compaction, materials and jointing can all lead to an unsatisfactory result down the track. Often we also see the stone still looking in good … Read more
As we continuously watch houses being built in a matter of weeks and garden makeover programscompleting voluntary projects in days it really brings to one’s attention just how quickly things canget done with the correct motivation, like a deadline for a classic example. We often delay as we fretover the finances, the weather and all … Read more
With certain applications they are a must, others a choice. Sealing without question will bothenhance your stone and provide longevity. Factors to consider include, obviously the stone type, theapplication or use and wear. Porous stone should definitely be sealed prior to being laid to minimisethe risk of damage from the grout, wet areas an impregnating … Read more
An individual’s interpretation It really can be viewed as a game of two non-conflicting halves. There is the cost with stone and then the maintenance of more lawn area. A more permanent look with stone, a softer, more refreshing look with plantings and lawn area in the summer months. Hardscape can be looked at from … Read more
Yorkstone is an iconic British stone that has been quarried in the Yorkshire region since mediaeval times. A tight grained, sedimentary rock formed over 300 million years ago in the Carboniferous period containing quartz, iron oxides, clay, silica and field spar give the properties that allow this stone to handle the harshest of weather conditions. … Read more
At Holley Hextall, we undertake bespoke and cut to size stone works. We are able to source different types of stone, with a range of finishes and sizes to suit every project.
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