Versatile and long lasting

Initially the Yorkstone was utilized for rock walling, as well as the typical local ability of structure dry rock wall surfaces with Yorkstone proceeds in Yorkshire to now. One more very early usage was for roofing, made from split rocks known locally as thackstone or grey slate. Yorkstone's fame actually took off with the demand for paving stone in the rapidly expanding towns and also cities of the industrial revolution. Its flexibility and resilience led to its usage in a massive range of structure jobs from paths, roadways as well as dry stone walling to churches, cathedrals, bridges, residences and skilfully carved monoliths.

Sorts of Yorkstone

The sandstone obstructs used for making Yorkstone products are separated into 2 main categories. One has very noticeable sedimentary layers and is utilized for riven Yorkstone paving and also various other riven Yorkstone products. The term 'riven' originates from riving (splitting) the block apart. This block is referred to as flagrock or flagblock. The second kind of block is extra pressed, and the sedimentary layers are not as noticeable and can not be riven apart. This sort of block is described as ashlar block and is used for sawn Yorkstone items such as sawn Yorkstone paving, building stonework and also sculpted ornaments and also sculptures. https://stoneuk.com/products/reclaimed-english-yorkstone-paving/