Sawn and Bullnose
Yorkstone Steps
Yorkstone, or Yorkshire Stone, is a generic name for sandstone quarried in the North of England. It is characterised by its fine, tightly packed grains, which make it an ideal hard-wearing material for use as steps and other architectural masonry.
The range of stone colours commonly available, shown when wet and dry.
The range of Yorkstone colours commonly available, shown when wet and dry. The colour of the stone differs depending upon the area in which it is quarried and the minerals which form the stone. Minerals present in Yorkstone include quartz, mica, clay and iron oxide. The resulting colours range from deep sandy buff through to grey with hints of silver or blue.
Why Choose Yorkstone For Your Steps?
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Produced from diamond sawn (Ashlar sawn) stone
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Non-slip, even when wet
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Extremely hard-wearing - they will last 100 years or more
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A range of colours to suit your home
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Approved by local authorities in most instances when renovating listed buildings
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A traditional building material
Example: Before & After Yorkstone Steps Fitting
Our range of available colours offers you the chance to enhance or completely reinvent the appearance of your home’s exterior. You can choose the warmth of the buff Yorkstone or the sharp and stylish silver and blue-grey Yorkstone. Please contact us for more information or a quotation.
With its adaptable aesthetics and robust structural qualities, Yorkstone emerges as the sensible choice for steps enduring heavy foot traffic.
For further insight into the step design and implementation, and for an explanation of some terms, please take a look here.
