from around the country and handmade in their Shropshire base with meticulous attention to detail . Each mould has a different patina , shape and size to create paving that is completely authentic in appearance and as close a replica to the original natural stone flags as it ’ s possible to create . The intricate skill and craftsmanship of these unique moulds has been recognised and awarded throughout the industry for decades .
Consistency , price and flexibility of supply are often the key factors when undertaking a sympathetic project . Westminster Stone ’ s wet cast paving products provide a consistent depth for ease of laying and can be bought in specific sizes by the metre or as 10 sqm mixed size project packs . Manufactured in the UK , the ranges are available in any quantity , all of the time , and can also be bought in a thinner depth to be used as internal flooring .
From a design perspective they provide instant maturity , Stonecast paving uses only natural dyes and the large range of colour options spans light ‘ cotswold ’ buff and cream hues through to darker grey and brown tones , which is useful if there is a requirement to match existing paving .
The Stonecast range includes the National Trust Paving Collection which Westminster Stone has manufactured since 2011 . The Collection includes bestselling Hidcote Flagstones which has been specified at many listed and period properties through the UK and abroad . Based on the houses and gardens within the Trusts care , these paving , bricks and tiles are extremely authentic and capture
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the essence of the great gardens upon which they are inspired . For traditional styles and designs , Stonecast paving really is the answer for creating the characterful backdrop to any period setting .
Of course , for some a more contemporary tone is sought and the mix of a traditional brick or stone period property with modern landscaping can look quite stunning . If Conservation and local Listing allows , Porcelain paving is a great option for combining styles as it is extremely durable , easy to lay and very low maintenance . Available in a huge range of stone and wood effect ranges , Westminster Stone ’ s Italian porcelain collection has a colour , texture or size to suit all landscape designs , and is particularly effective when used both indoors and out , perhaps with bi-fold or sliding doors .
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