2019 PAVING COLLECTION

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2 1 SINCE 2003, GLOBAL STONE HAS BEEN THE BRAND TO TRUST. EACH YEAR, WE PROVIDE FRESH, ON TREND AND ORIGINAL NATURAL STONE AND PORCELAIN PRODUCTS ALONGSIDE OUR OLD FAVOURITES. WELCOME TO OUR 2019 NATURAL STONE AND PORCELAIN COLLECTION 2018 was another good year for Global Stone. By investing in our products and people, sales were up, our products featured in several show gardens including an award winning RHS garden, and we recruited more staff to support our growth, for now and the future. Since day one we have ensured our natural products are sourced responsibly from quarries around the world. We regularly audit them, making sure they meet our quality and ethical standards. We continue to develop the old favourites including our Premium sandstone and slate ranges, adding new colours to meet demand and to stay on trend. Our porcelain paving is still a market leader in the UK and we are starting 2019 ahead of the game, with even more choice of product ranges, colour and sizes. We are even taking things back to the past with Terrazzo, a product popular from the 1920 s, produced in porcelain for the upcoming 2020 s lifestyle. Transform your garden, driveway, or create a seamless indoor-outdoor look with our ever-growing choice of natural stone and porcelain collection. There is something for everyone.

3 2 CONTENTS 3 EARTH MADE - NATURAL STONE MANMADE - PORCELAIN FEATURE we know our suppliers 04 NATURAL STONE COLLECTION 06 TRAVERTINE COLLECTION 52 ANTIQUED PAVING 53 FEATURE create trends 54 PORCELAIN COLLECTION 68 FEATURE benefits to porcelain 70 NEW PREMIUM PORCELAIN ALBERO RANGE 108 PORCELAIN GRANITO RANGE 112 PORCELAIN FOCUS RANGE 114 PORCELAIN CLADDING RANGE 118 OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 08 PAVING & CIRCLES 10 COBBLES 12 COPINGS & WALLING 14 NEW SLATE COLLECTION 56 MARBLE COLLECTION 58 NEW METALLICS RANGE 72 NEW TERRAZZO RANGE 74 NEW CONTEXT RANGE 76 PORCELAIN MODERNA 78 FEATURE Want It, Need It, Love It Your Quick Guide 124 VICTORIAN PAVING & PAVERS 16 ARTISAN COLLECTION 18 LIMESTONE COLLECTION 59 PAVING & DRIVEWAY SETTS 62 NEW PREMIUM PORCELAIN SIX SERIES 80 PREMIUM PORCELAIN FEATURE trovia - inspiring design 135 MIRAGE PAVING & PATHWAY SETTS 20 FEATURE SIX NINE SERIES 82 PREMIUM PORCELAIN NEW SERENITY PAVING & PAVING SETTS 24 SERENITY, EDGINGS & COPINGS 26 finishing touches 63 NEW GARDENSTONE COLLECTION 64 NEW MIXED SIZE SERIES 86 PREMIUM PORCELAIN SIENA RANGE 90 EXTRAS FINISHING ACCESSORIES 122 PORCELAIN LAYING TOOLS 123 PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 28 FEATURE seasonal maintenance 66 FEATURE swim & chill 95 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE CARE RANGE 126 NEW PAVING 30 CIRCLES & FEATURES 38 PREMIUM PORCELAIN GENERAL INFORMATION 127 SANDSTONE PATHWAY SETTS, SANDSTONE & LIMESTONE DRIVEWAY SETTS 40 EXTRAS INSTALLATION & TOSCANA RANGE 96 PREMIUM PORCELAIN TRENTO RANGE 100 LAYING GUIDES 133 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES PORCELAIN 141 CLAY PAVER COLLECTION 44 MAINTENANCE CARE RANGE 126 PREMIUM PORCELAIN FLORENCE RANGE 104 WORKING WITH PROFESSIONAL BODIES 143 GENERAL INFORMATION 127 GRANITE COLLECTION 47 LAYING GUIDES 128 PAVING & COBBLES 49 FEATURE LAYING GUIDES 134 NEW SETTS 50 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES NATURAL STONE 136 FEATURE WORKING WITH hannah 30 under PROFESSIONAL BODIES 143 I like the blend of colours within the stone and it was easy to lay CLIFF SUDBURY

4 4 FEATURE - WE KNOW OUR SUPPLIERS 5 WE KNOW OUR SUPPLIERS... Global Stone is recognised as the company to trust for natural stone and porcelain paving products. For over 15 years we are delighted to have built strong, long standing and mutually beneficial relationships with our colleagues, partners and customers. We source our products from Europe, Asia and South America. We are always seeking the best quarries, craftsmen and suppliers, while being both respectful and acting responsibly towards the countries, communities and places within which we work. Our deep sense of fairness extends to our suppliers and customers with the belief it will benefit future generations: our underlying intention is to ensure that we all benefit from working together. From traditional riven sandstone to large format contemporary porcelain all our products are of the best quality and ethically sourced, encompassing the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility.

5 6 NATURAL STONE - COLLECTION 7 For 2019, we continue to grow our Natural Stone Collection. We are delighted to add Country Buff and Country Green to our Premium Sandstone Collection, expanding our choice of colours further. NATURAL STONE COLLECTION Also, due to its popularity, we are pleased to offer two new colours to the Serenity range: Ash Blend and Mandana Blend with its beautifully textured surface. And finally, new in the Slate Collection for 2019 is the colour Silver Green. A lighter shade of grey, with a lovely hint of green. NEW NATURAL STONE PRODUCTS: NATURAL STONE IS ONE OF THE OLDEST BUILDING MATERIALS KNOWN TO MAN, WITH ITS WIDE VARIATION OF COLOUR, TEXTURES AND SHADES, FROM VEINED MARBLE THROUGH TO SLATE AND SANDSTONE. SLATE SILVER GREEN PREMIUM SANDSTONE COUNTRY BUFF COUNTRY GREEN SERENITY ASH BLEND MANDANA BLEND LIMESTONE MIDNIGHT this page Serenity Mandana Blend GARDENSTONE PURE GREY

6 8 NATURAL STONE - OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 9 OLD RECTORY COLLECTION OUR OLD RECTORY COLLECTION OFFERS A CLASSIC STYLE; PERFECT FOR TRADITIONAL GARDEN LANDSCAPES. IT IS A PERENNIAL FAVOURITE, COMPLETE WITH A WEATHERED AND MATURED APPEARANCE. This sandstone collection is tumbled giving it a beautifully aged look and is available in paving, cobbles, circles, pavers, copings and walling enabling you to create a unique English country charm in your garden. Our Victorian range offers the same timeless elegance but, with its beautiful additional brushed surface, it gives it the appearance of being aged for years. Available in a large format paving it is proving ideal for bigger spaces and our pavers offer the opportunity below from left Old Rectory Cobbles Monsoon; Old Rectory Victorian Paving & Pavers York Green opposite Old Rectory Paving Modak Rose & Walling to create interesting detail. The best paving for me is Old Rectory in Modak Rose. Its colour and finish is amazing. I like how its weathered appearance gives it a mature look. AIMEE, DATA INPUT ADMINISTRATOR

7 10 NATURAL STONE - OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 11 left Old Rectory Circle York Green opposite Old Rectory Paving Monsoon OLD RECTORY PAVING & CIRCLES OLD RECTORY PAVING CASTLE GREY MONSOON MODAK ROSE YORK GREEN THIS SPECIALLY WEATHERED PAVING CREATES A FAMILIAR FEELING OF A MATURE GARDEN, AND COMES IN A WIDE RANGE OF COLOURS TO SUIT ANY TYPE OF LANDSCAPE. Perfect on its own or by creatively mixing it with our wider range of circles, cobbles, pavers or walling you can create a unique period charm in your garden. Project Pack 13.65m 2 22mm thick 55* per pack Project Pack 13.65m 2 22mm thick 55* per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION OLD RECTORY PAVING * Project pack contains 15no 285x285, 15no 285x570, 13no 570x570, 12no 855x mm Joint included in sizes. See page 129 for laying guide B. OLD RECTORY CIRCLES The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+3mm. For finished sizes and laying designs please refer to page 134. Circles only available for Modak Rose & York Green. Project Pack 13.65m 2 22mm thick 55* per pack OLD RECTORY CIRCLES 1.8m Diameter Cobble Circle Kit 30mm thick 121 pieces per pack 2.8m Diameter Circle Kit 22mm thick 33 pieces per pack Project Pack 13.65m 2 22mm thick 55* per pack 2.8m Diameter Circle Kit 22mm thick 33 pieces per pack Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Your products are the absolute best quality CHICHESTER FENCING & LANDSCAPES

8 12 NATURAL STONE - OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 13 OLD RECTORY COBBLES ELEGANT NATURAL STONE COBBLES NEVER FAIL TO CREATE A BEAUTIFUL APPEARANCE TO YOUR OUTSIDE SPACE. Combine with complementary products from our collection to transform your driveway, create a beautiful circle focal point or an individual feature path or wall. opposite Old Rectory Cobbles York Green above from left Old Rectory Cobbles Monsoon; Old Rectory Cobbles Modak Rose MODAK ROSE Project Pack 10.71m 2 30mm thick 177* per pack MONSOON Project Pack 10.71m 2 30mm thick 177* per pack YORK GREEN Project Pack 10.71m 2 30mm thick 177* per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION * Project pack contains 41no 200x150, 57no 200x200, 38no 200x300, 41no 300x400. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+3mm. See page 129 for laying guide D. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only.

9 14 NATURAL STONE - OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 15 OLD RECTORY COPINGS & WALLING A WALL CAN BE A PLEASING AND PRACTICAL ADDITION TO YOUR GARDEN. BY MAKING IT AN INTEGRAL PART OF YOUR DESIGN, YOU CAN USE IT TO CREATE SEPARATE SPACES, BORDERS AND FLOWER BEDS, ENABLING YOU TO DEFINE AND TAILOR YOUR GARDEN TO ALL YOUR NEEDS. Our walling can be laid using just a single size to create a simple classic stone wall, but try combining all three sizes to create a delightful feature. YORK GREEN 560 x 140mm 4.7m 2 per pack linear meters per pack 40mm thick 60 per pack 560 x 280mm 4.7m 2 per pack linear meters per pack 40mm thick 30 per pack MINT 215 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 280 per pack 270 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 225 per pack 325 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 185 per pack MODAK ROSE 215 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 280 per pack 270 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 225 per pack 325 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 185 per pack MONSOON 215 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 280 per pack 270 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 225 per pack 325 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 185 per pack YORK GREEN 215 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 280 per pack 270 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 225 per pack 325 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 55-75mm thick 185 per pack above Old Rectory Walling Modak Rose Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. PRODUCT INFORMATION OLD RECTORY COPINGS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+3mm. OLD RECTORY WALLING The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+15 mm. We are delighted with our sandstone paving and walling, it looks stunning PETER & CARLA BARDFIELD

10 16 NATURAL STONE - OLD RECTORY COLLECTION 17 OLD RECTORY VICTORIAN PAVING & PAVERS OUR VICTORIAN PAVING AND PAVERS GO THROUGH AN ADDITIONAL AGEING PROCESS CREATING A BRUSHED SURFACE. These pavers have become firm favourites and work beautifully together to create a classic structured feel with an interesting and beautiful detail. OLD RECTORY VICTORIAN PAVING BUFF BROWN Project Pack 12.96m 2 25mm thick 24 per pack YORK GREEN Project Pack 12.96m 2 25mm thick 24 per pack OLD RECTORY VICTORIAN PAVERS BUFF BROWN 120 x 240mm 10.08m 2 per pack 30mm thick 350 per pack YORK GREEN 120 x 240mm 10.08m 2 per pack 30mm thick 350 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION OLD RECTORY VICTORIAN PAVING The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+3mm *Project pack contains 8no 1200x600, 8no 900x600, 8no 600x600. Available in Buff Brown and York Green. See page 132 for laying guide K for project packs 12.96m² OLD RECTORY VICTORIAN PAVERS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+3mm See page 132 for laying guide L for project packs 12.95m² Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. opposite Old Rectory Victorian Paving & Pavers York Green above left Old Rectory Victorian Paving & Pavers Buff Brown above right Old Rectory Victorian Paving & Pavers York Green

11 18 NATURAL STONE - ARTISAN COLLECTION 19 ARTISAN COLLECTION OUR ARTISAN COLLECTION OFFERS AN EXCITING CONTEMPORARY RANGE OF LANDSCAPING SOLUTIONS, WHICH CAPTURE THE INNATE STRENGTH AND NATURAL BEAUTY OF SANDSTONE. The collection includes Mirage, with a beautifully honed surface that shimmers in the sun and Serenity, which is shotblasted to give a stunning textured surface. In addition to the paving there are a range of steps and copings to add those finishing touches. below from left Artisan Serenity Paving York Green; Artisan Mirage Paving & Pathway Setts York Green and Mint opposite Artisan Mirage Paving York Green

12 20 NATURAL STONE - ARTISAN COLLECTION 21 MIRAGE PAVING & PATHWAY SETTS MIRAGE PAVING OFFERS A VERSATILE RANGE OF STYLISH AND SLEEK CONTEMPORARY PRODUCTS. With a beautifully honed finish, its smooth opposite Artisan Mirage Paving York Green MIRAGE PAVING CASTLE GREY Project Pack 7.3m 2 38* per pack YORK GREEN Project Pack 7.3m 2 38* per pack MINT 285 x 570mm 14.62m 2 per pack 90 per pack texture makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. Featuring in many award winning Show Gardens this has become a firm favourite with Garden Designers and home owners alike. PRODUCT INFORMATION MIRAGE PAVING *7.3m2 Project Pack contains 12no 285x285, 13no 285x570, 13no 570x570 10mm Joint included in sizes See page 130 for laying guide F for project packs 7.3m x 570mm 14.62m 2 per pack 45 per pack 855 x 570mm 11.7m 2 per pack 24 per pack MIRAGE PATHWAY SETTS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions Project Pack 7.3m 2 38* per pack Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. MIRAGE PATHWAY SETTS MODAK ROSE 200 x 100mm 6m 2 per pack 300 per pack YORK GREEN 200 x 100mm 6m 2 per pack 300 per pack MINT 200 x 100mm 6m 2 per pack 300 per pack

13 22 NATURAL STONE - ARTISAN COLLECTION 23 I fell in love with the Mirage Paving from the Artisan Collection in Mint. This paving looks gorgeous when wet, meaning in our typical English weather, I still see the beauty in it. GEM, MARKETING MANAGER this page Artisan Mirage Paving Castle Grey opposite Artisan Mirage Paving Mint (wet) The sleek and contemporary paving has a lovely texture providing a subtle backdrop for our colourful plants VARA GARDEN DESIGN

14 24 NATURAL STONE - ARTISAN COLLECTION 25 SERENITY PAVING & PAVING SETTS opposite Artisan Serenity Paving Buff Brown right Artisan Serenity Paving Mandana Blend OUR SERENITY PAVING HAS A TEXTURED FINISH NEW NEW WITH SAWN EDGES AND, WITH ITS COOL TONES MAKES IT IDEAL FOR CONTEMPORARY GARDEN DESIGNS. A highly popular collection including setts, enabling you to create a stylish and co-ordinated finish. New for 2019, we are pleased to offer two new colours to the Serenity range: Ash Blend and Mandana. SERENITY PAVING BUFF BROWN YORK GREEN ASH BLEND MANDANA BLEND 285 x 570mm 14.62m 2 per pack 90 per pack 855x570mm 11.7m 2 per pack 24 per pack Project Pack 18.84m 2 91 per pack Project Pack 18.84m 2 91 per pack 570 x 570mm 14.62m 2 per pack 45 per pack Project Pack 7.3m 2 38* per pack 855 x 570mm 11.7m 2 per pack 24 per pack Project Pack 7.3m 2 38* per pack Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. PRODUCT INFORMATION *7.3m 2 Project Pack contains 12no 285x285 13no 285x570 13no 570x570 See page 131 for laying guide H for project packs 7.3m m 2 Project Pack contains 21no 285x285 20no 285x570 30no 432x570 20no 570x570 See page 132 for laying guide L for project packs 18.84m 2 SERENITY PAVING SETTS BUFF BROWN 200 x 100mm 6m 2 per pack 300 per pack YORK GREEN 200 x 100mm 6m 2 per pack 300 per pack Excellent customer service, nothing is too much trouble ELLIOTTS BUILDERS MERCHANT

15 26 NATURAL STONE - ARTISAN COLLECTION 27 STEPS, EDGINGS & COPINGS HANDCRAFTED TO COMPLEMENT OUR SANDSTONE PAVING RANGES, THESE BULLNOSED STEPS AND COPINGS ADD THE FINISHING TOUCHES TO YOUR DESIGN. STONE EDGINGS WILL ADD AN ATTRACTIVE left Old Rectory Walling Mint & Bullnose Steps Mint right Riven Sandstone Bullnose Buff Brown FINISH TO A NUMBER OF DESIGNS. Ideal for steps, framing water features and around swimming pools, or as coping stones on a walled section where they protect the walling below. Try adding extra detail with a choice of natural or bullnosed edgings; border a pathway, accenting a feature flower bed or consider laying the edging flat to create a delightful low feature wall. SANDSTONE BULLNOSE STEPS RIVEN SURFACE SINGLE SERENITY BULLNOSE STEPS DOUBLE SINGLE BULLNOSE EDGINGS 422 x 560mm 32mm thick 35 per pack 275 x 560mm 32mm thick 35 per pack 422 x 560mm 32mm thick 35 per pack 560 x 140mm linear meters per pack 32mm thick 50 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION SANDSTONE BULLNOSE STEPS RIVEN SURFACE The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Sandstone Riven Bullnose Steps are available in Modak Rose, York Green or Mint. SERENITY BULLNOSE STEPS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Serenity Bullnose Steps are in Buff Brown, York Green or Mint. BULLNOSE EDGINGS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Bullnose Edgings are available in Modak Rose, York Green or Mint. EDGINGS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Edgings are available in Modak Rose, York Green or Mint. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. EDGINGS 560 x 140mm linear meters per pack 25-40mm thick 100 per pack

16 28 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 29 PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION OUR NATURAL SANDSTONE COLLECTION REMAINS OUR MOST POPULAR RANGE. THIS PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION INCLUDES A WIDE VARIETY OF COLOURS, SIZES AND FEATURES WHICH MAKE IT IDEAL FOR BOTH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES. below Premium Sandstone York Green opposite Sandstone Paving Mint The stone is gently riven in texture, handpicked and cut, meaning that each piece is absolutely unique. Together they combine to make a beautiful blend of colours and overall hue. For 2019 we are adding two new colours to the Premium Sandstone paving range; Country Buff and Country Green.

17 30 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 31 PREMIUM SANDSTONE PAVING OUR PREMIUM SANDSTONE PAVING HAS A GENTLY RIVEN TEXTURE, WITH NATURAL VARIATION IN TONES AND VEINING. Ideal for your garden patio and available in a full range of beautiful natural colours and different sizes, including larger pieces, it provides real design flexibility. this page Sandstone Paving York Green I just love my new patio MEMIT COLCHESTER

18 32 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 33 opposite Sandstone Paving York Green above Sandstone Paving Monsoon right Sandstone Paving Mint

19 34 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 35 above Premium Sandstone Paving Gold Leaf left Premium Sandstone Paving Castle Grey with Modak Rose Inset opposite Premium Sandstone Paving Buff Brown

20 36 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 37 NEW NEW COUNTRY BUFF COUNTRY GREEN CASTLE GREY MINT Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m 2 per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm MODAK ROSE BUFF BROWN YORK GREEN GOLD LEAF Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm Single Size Packs 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 432 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 855 x 570mm 1140 x 570mm this page Premium Sandstone Paving Modak Rose On a cold dark day, the paving that brightens me up is the Modak Rose Premium Sandstone. The pink hues blended in the stone adds warmth to a garden. JULIE, ACCOUNTS PRODUCT INFORMATION 16.89m 2 project pack contains 16no 285x285 17no 285x570 17no 570x570 15no 855x570 See page 129 for laying guides A and B for project pack 16.89m 2 and the Sandstone product technical details. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. MONSOON Project Pack 16.89m² per pack 22mm thick 65 per pack

21 38 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 39 SANDSTONE CIRCLES & FEATURES 1.8M CIRCLE 2.8M CIRCLE 3.6M CIRCLE 2.8M SQUARING OFF KIT SANDSTONE CIRCLES CIRCLES, BENCHES AND SPHERES CREATE A BEAUTIFUL FOCAL POINT, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE SIZE OF YOUR GARDEN. THEY ARE IDEAL FOR SMALL COURTYARDS OR LARGER GARDENS ALIKE. Our sandstone circles are perfect as standalone pieces or used in conjunction with premium sandstone BUFF BROWN 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle MONSOON 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle YORK GREEN 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m including Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle CASTLE GREY 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle paving. Beautiful sandstone and granite benches remain favourites for helping create seating areas, while our sandstone spheres remain hugely popular. MINT 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle MODAK ROSE 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle GOLD LEAF 1.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Diameter Circle 2.8m Squaring Off Kit 3.6m Outer Ring for a 2.8m Circle SANDSTONE FEATURES SPHERES DRILLED SPHERES GRANITE BENCH SANDSTONE BENCH 300mm Sphere 4 per pack 400mm Sphere 4 per pack 600mm Drilled Sphere 1 per pack 450 x 1200 x 400mm 1 per pack 450 x 1200 x 400mm 1 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION 10mm Joint included in sizes. For finished sizes and laying designs, please refer to page 134. For available colours please see Sandstone Paving swatches on Page 37. this page Sandstone bench Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Your staff are always helpful and on the ball COVERS TIMBER & BUILDERS MERCHANT

22 40 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 41 SANDSTONE & LIMESTONE DRIVEWAY SETTS SANDSTONE PATHWAYS SETTS BUFF BROWN CASTLE GREY MONSOON MODAK ROSE 100 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 800 per pack 100 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 800 per pack 150 x 150mm 11.25m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 500 per pack 150 x 150mm 11.25m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 500 per pack SANDSTONE PATHWAY SETTS, SANDSTONE & LIMESTONE DRIVEWAY SETTS AUTUMN BLEND 100 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 800 per pack MIDNIGHT LIMESTONE 100 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 800 per pack YORK GREEN 150 x 150mm 11.25m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 500 per pack AUTUMN BLEND 100 x 200mm 10.6m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 530 per pack MINT MINT MINT A WELL DESIGNED AND LAID OUT PATHWAY OR DRIVEWAY CAN CREATE A BEAUTIFUL VISUAL STATEMENT THAT WELCOMES AND DRAWS THE EYE TOWARDS YOUR HOME, GARDEN OR FEATURE. Our versatile setts, available in a variety of colours and sizes can be used to great effect to create curves, charming features and designs. We also offer tumbled pathway setts, available in two sizes, to increase the choice further. 100 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 800 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION SANDSTONE PATHWAY SETTS Please note we do not advise the use of pathway setts for driveways. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+5mm. 150 x 150mm 11.25m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 500 per pack 100 x 200mm 10.6m 2 per pack 25-40mm thick 530 per pack above Sandstone Pathway Setts Monsoon, Sandstone Paving Monsoon and Old Rectory Victorian Pavers York Green left Pathway Setts York Green, Walling and Circles SANDSTONE AND LIMESTONE DRIVEWAY SETTS The sizes stated are the actual dimensions, with a tolerance of -/+10mm. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. MIXED TUMBLED SETTS 140 x 140mm 8.82m 2 per pack 22mm thick 450 per pack 140 x 210mm 8.82m 2 per pack 22mm thick 300 per pack

23 42 NATURAL STONE - PREMIUM SANDSTONE COLLECTION 43 this page Sandstone Setts Mint opposite Sandstone Setts Autumn Blend

24 44 NATURAL STONE - CLAY PAVER COLLECTION 45 CLAY PAVER COLLECTION OUR CLAY PAVER COLLECTION REMAINS ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR RANGES. Ideal for courtyard style spaces, enabling even small spaces to be stylish and classic as well as creating circles, and smaller feature areas within a larger patio. Clay paving can be used to landscape an entire area, or as borders for grass and flower beds. Their diversity makes them a popular choice with landscapers and gardeners alike. below from left Clay Pavers Mellow Blend; Clay Pavers Tudor opposite Clay Pavers Rose Cottage

25 46 NATURAL STONE - CLAY PAVER COLLECTION 47 GRANITE COLLECTION OUR GRANITE COLLECTION IS BOTH BEAUTIFULLY STRIKING AND EXTREMELY HARDWEARING WITH A FINE TEXTURED SURFACE. Our paving has sawn edges giving it a contemporary feel, while our granite cobbles are sawn and tumbled giving them a softer edge, ideal for driveways. Our beautiful setts have hand cut edges making them perfect for pathways and driveways as well as creating the finishing touches alongside the paving. below Granite Setts Silver Grey CLAY PAVERS ROSE COTTAGE RUSTIC NOIR MELLOW BLEND TUDOR 210 x 100mm 15.12m 2 per pack 50mm thick 720 per pack 200 x 90mm 7.2m 2 per pack 50mm thick 400 per pack 210 x 100mm 8.4m 2 per pack 50mm thick 400 per pack 210 x 100mm 15.12m 2 per pack 50mm thick 720 per pack 210 x 100mm 7.56m 2 per pack 50mm thick 360 per pack 210 x 100mm 7.56m 2 per pack 50mm thick 360 per pack above Clay Pavers Rustic Noir PRODUCT INFORMATION Please note we do not advise that clay pavers are used for driveways. Clay Pavers are frost resistant. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Ommodis que corepta quatemporem imod molupta tibust maximus maximiliquam MRS SMITH, EXMOOR

26 48 NATURAL STONE - GRANITE COLLECTION 49 GRANITE PAVING & COBBLES GRANITE PAVING above Granite Cobbles Silver Grey & Granite Cobbles Graphite Grey opposite Granite Paving Graphite Grey SILVER GREY 305 x 305mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 144 per pack 305 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 72 per pack 610 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 36 per pack 915 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 24 per pack GRAPHITE GREY 305 x 305mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 144 per pack 305 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 72 per pack 610 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 36 per pack 915 x 610mm 13.4m 2 per pack 25mm thick 24 per pack GRANITE COBBLES SILVER GREY 200 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 400 per pack GRAPHITE GREY 200 x 100mm 8m 2 per pack 50mm thick 400 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION GRANITE PAVING 10mm joint included in sizes. See page 130 for laying guide G. GRANITE COBBLES The sizes stated are the actual dimensions Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Ommodis que corepta quatemporem imod molupta tibust maximus maximiliquam MRS SMITH, EXMOOR

27 50 NATURAL STONE - GRANITE COLLECTION 51 HANNAH 30 UNDER 30 AT GLOBAL STONE WE INVEST NOT ONLY IN OUR PRODUCTS, BUT ALSO OUR PEOPLE. WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR PEOPLE, PROVIDING THEM WITH EVERY OPPORTUNITY FOR DEVELOPMENT. GRANITE & BASALT SETTS SILVER GREY 100 x 100mm 4m 2 per pack 100mm thick 400 per pack 100 x 100mm 7m 2 per pack 50mm thick 700 per pack 100 x 200mm 7m 2 per pack 50mm thick 350 per pack NEW BASALT 100 x 100mm 7m 2 per pack 50mm thick 700 per pack ROSE 100 x 100mm 7m 2 per pack 50mm thick 700 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION These beautiful hand cropped granite and basalt setts can also be used for driveways. The sizes stated are the actual size -/+ 10% tolerance. above Basalt Setts Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. We work with many organisations who help us provide these opportunities, including Pro Landscaper. Since 2015, Pro Landscaper have held the 30 Under 30 Award, recognising thirty young people under the age of 30 within the horticultural and landscape sectors. One member of our team who has grown from strength to strength since her arrival at Global Stone back in January 2013, is Technical Product Manager, Hannah Ryan. It gives us great delight to celebrate Hannah as one of the winners of the 30 Under 30 Award. Hannah joined Global Stone aged 19 as a Sales Administrator, and within five years she now runs the import and export department, coaching and developing her own staff. Hannah also provides technical support to internal and external customers, including product training. At the still young age of 25, Hannah has achieved an NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Business Administration, and a Level 2 Certificate in Leadership and Team Skills with the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). Hannah s ambitions to grow and develop has not stopped here, as she says in her own words: Hannah epitomises all that the industry should be attracting and developing for the next generation In 5 years, I have achieved my ambition to become a manager of my own department. In another 5 years I aim to have achieved a more senior role such as Head of Operations, or similar, as I enjoy processes and organisation. In the next stage of my career I would love to be more involved in the selection process of these products. Earlier this year I went with the company to Italy for a couple of days to meet with our suppliers and to see how our porcelain products are made, so I feel I am heading to the next stage already! Directors Sara Cullis and Clare Morgan were delighted to nominate Hannah for the 30 Under 30 Award: Hannah joined Global Stone and has gone from strength to strength; she has a thirst for knowledge and self-improvement, always looking at ways that she can take the company forward. She epitomises all that the industry should be attracting and developing for the next generation of the landscaping industry. Hannah feels that the landscaping industry provides young people with the opportunity to build on their existing experiences as well as develop the skills to enable them to progress and succeed. Global Stone are immensely proud of Hannah s accomplishment and congratulate her on this very well-deserved award.

28 52 NATURAL STONE - TRAVERTINE COLLECTION 53 TRAVERTINE ANTIQUED PAVING above & opposite Travertine Paving Warm Walnut TRAVERTINE IS A NATURAL STONE FULL OF CHARACTER AND AGED CHARM. The warmth and richness of antiqued travertine is unmistakable creating a timeless appeal that will look beautiful for years to come. TRAVERTINE ANTIQUED PAVING WARM WALNUT PRODUCT INFORMATION TRAVERTINE ANTIQUED PAVING *7.2m 2 Project pack contains 20no 200x200, 10no 200x400, 20no 400x400, 10no 400x600 The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Please see page 129 for laying pattern C. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Project Pack 7.2m 2 per pack 30mm thick 60* per pack 400 x 600mm 7.68m 2 per pack 30mm thick 32 per pack Ommodis que corepta quatemporem imod molupta tibust maximus maximiliquam MRS SMITH, EXMOOR

29 54 FEATURE - CREATING TRENDS 55 CREATE TRENDS WITH GLOBAL STONE PRODUCTS WE LOVE BEING KNOWN FOR OUR FORWARD THINKING AND ALWAYS STAYING ON TREND, IF NOT CREATING THE TREND! WITH CAREFUL OBSERVATION AND RESEARCH, GLOBAL STONE PROVIDES THE BEST NATURAL STONE AND PORCELAIN PRODUCTS TO MEET ON DEMAND, FOR ANY TYPE OF GARDEN, HOME AND PERSONALITY. INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACES Creating a seamless transition from inside to outside living spaces have grown more popular in recent years. Our natural stone and porcelain paving are perfect for creating this look. Natural stone really sets the tone in a kitchen, before leading outside into the garden. Currently trending is intense marble. It makes for a striking worktop space and flooring in a modern home, which leads seamlessly into the garden. In contrast, a colourful blend of sandstone or grey slate finishes off the cottage look, creating a welcoming indoor/outdoor atmosphere. Internal porcelain has some different features to external: it is thinner than external porcelain at 10mm thick making it easier to accommodate specifications of the home. It is also smoother in texture, while maintaining anti-slip qualities, for a pleasant feel underfoot. Stepping into the garden, the texture of the paving changes to provide anti-slip qualities more in line with outside factors. OUTSIDE KITCHEN AND EATING AREAS Due to its low absorption of moisture, porcelain is the perfect worktop, walling and flooring for outdoor kitchen and eating areas. Splashes of fat on the worktop, wine spills on the ground and general foody leftovers will not soak into the porcelain, meaning it is easy to clean and maintain before, during and after cooking. LARGE FORMAT PAVING AND FINISHING PIECES Single sized paving which started in contemporary gardens have now expanded into more traditional designs. Porcelain started off as the trend setter when it came to large format paving. It easily meets the demands of those that are looking to update their garden landscape, particularly the Toscana and Siena ranges. Natural Premium Sandstone is paving the way for large format looks, which includes with our Premium Sandstone in York Green. Its neutral colours, combine the traditional natural stone with the contemporary large format. There is also an increasing demand for finishing pieces, such as cladding and bespoke designer features in porcelain. ASYMMETRICAL LANDSCAPES With the 2020 s only next year, a modern twist of the 1920 s is back in fashion. Asymmetrical paving shapes are emerging, paying homage to the art deco designs from the 20 s. Complement sharp angles with soft planting, to make these the landscapes for now and the future. Both natural stone and porcelain can be cut to suit this stunning 2019 crazy paving meets 1920 s art deco. GRAVEL AND PEBBLES Gravel and pebbles are the perfect partner for paving right now, a trend that works for both natural stone and porcelain. Natural gravel or pebbles used with natural stone finishes off a traditional garden with a soft-focus, completing any quintessentially English garden. For a contemporary look use with porcelain (especially if there s a contrast in colour), they assist with draining water and contributes to minimal maintenance alongside the porcelain paving. Finally, used with on trend succulent plants such as cacti, there s even less of a need to spend the weekends pruning, and more time enjoying your garden.

30 56 NATURAL STONE - SLATE COLLECTION 57 SLATE COLLECTION OUR SLATE COLLECTION IS A TRADITIONAL MATERIAL THAT EFFORTLESSLY SUITS BOTH MODERN AND TRADITIONAL DESIGNS. A range that is ideal for indoor and outdoor living spaces; It can make a contemporary statement in kitchens, halls and bathrooms and externally it can have a striking impact below Slate Paving Silver Green opposite Slate Paving Carbon in courtyards. NEW SILVER GREEN PAVING Single Pack Size 915 x 610mm 13.39m 2 per pack 24* per pack CARBON PAVING Project Packs 14.70m 2 per pack 50* per pack Single Pack Size 915 x 610mm 13.39m 2 per pack 24* per pack Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. PRODUCT INFORMATION *Project pack contains 14no 305x305, 12no 305x610, 12no 610x610, 12no 610x mm joint included in sizes. Please see page 130 for laying pattern G.

31 58 NATURAL STONE - MARBLE COLLECTION 59 MARBLE COLLECTION LIMESTONE COLLECTION OUR LIMESTONE COLLECTION WILL SUIT BOTH CONTEMPORARY AND TRADITIONAL SETTINGS. below Marble Morning Mist (wet) OUR MARBLE COLLECTION IS IDEAL FOR INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING. The detailed colour veining and distinct smooth surface make it both easily recognisable and a popular choice. A timeless classic that will add a stylish elegance to your home and garden. Limestone is an ageless material with natural texture and one that has been favoured by designers and architects for generations. Not only has it an outstanding visual appeal, subtle shading and natural veining, but it is also extremely durable, ensuring that your patio looks great for years. It comes in four stunning colours: Midnight, which ages with weather and has contemporary sawn edges. Neptune, which contains real fossils embedded in the stone, as well as the natural edged Honey Blend, and the beautifully brushed Cathedral. MORNING MIST - PAVING Project Pack 7.2m 2 per pack 30mm thick 60 per pack PRODUCT INFORMATION MARBLE PAVING 7.2m 2 Project pack contains 20no 200x200, 10no 200x400, 20no 400x400, 10no 400x600 See page 129 for laying guide C. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Limestone Paving Midnight and Limestone Setts Midnight Hannah was very Ommodis helpful que and corepta had lots quatemporem of advice for me. imod I will molupta definitely be recommending tibust Global maximus Stone maximiliquam for future Designs. MRS SMITH, EXMOOR CHARLOTTE, JC LANDSCAPES

32 60 NATURAL STONE - LIMESTONE COLLECTION 61 above Limestone Paving Honey Blend right Limestone Paving Cathedral, and Sandstone bench opposite Limestone Paving Neptune My favourite paving is the Neptune Limestone. I love that it comes in grey and it s unique with its fossils embeded in the stone. HANNAH, TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER Ommodis que corepta quatemporem imod molupta tibust maximus maximiliquam MRS SMITH, EXMOOR

33 62 NATURAL STONE - LIMESTONE COLLECTION 63 LIMESTONE PAVING & DRIVEWAY SETTS FINISHING TOUCHES WHILE NATURAL STONE IS TOTALLY UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL IN ITS OWN RIGHT, IT CAN ALSO CAN BE TREATED TO CREATE A RANGE OF DIFFERENT SURFACE FINISHES, RESULTING IN THE PRODUCTS COMPLEMENTING A WIDER RANGE OF GARDEN SETTINGS. Below we have listed and explained many of the different finishes and illustrated with some examples of our products which have been treated in that way. Many of our products are created by using several treatments to get the end result. SAWN EDGE MIDNIGHT CATHEDRAL HONEY BLEND NEPTUNE Project Pack 16.89m 2 per pack* 22mm thick 65 per pack (this product will age to a soft grey) Project Pack 9.45m 2 per pack 22mm thick 40 per pack Project Pack 14.12m 2 per pack 25mm thick 60 per pack Project Pack 7.2m 2 per pack+ 30mm thick 60 + per pack MIDNIGHT SETT 8m 2 per pack 100mm x 100mm 50mm thick 800 per pack (this product will age to a soft grey) PRODUCT INFORMATION LIMESTONE PAVING AND DRIVEWAY SETTS * Midnight 16.89m 2 Project pack contains 16no 285x285 17no 285x570 17no 570x570 15no 855x570 + Neptune 7.2m 2 Project pack contains 20no 200x200, 10no 200x400, 20no 400x400, 10no 400x600 Honey Blend 14.12m 2 Project pack contains 15no 300x450, 15no 450x450, 15no 600x450, 15no 750x450 Cathedral 9.45m 2 Project pack contains 10no 300x450, 10no 450x450, 10no 600x450, 10no 750x450 See page 129 for laying guides B and C, and page 131 for laying guide I. Driveway Setts sizes stated are the actual size -/+ 10mm tolerance Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. Midnight will age to a soft grey colour. A wide range of quality paving with something to meet everyones needs KENT BLAXILL HONED We achieve a polished finish by using an abrasive to bring out the reflection of the natural crystals creating a stunning glossy and very smooth surface. PRODUCTS Mirage Paving & Setts (Sawn first), Bullnosed edgings BRUSHED The surface of the stone is rubbed with hard bristle brushes, giving a worn down appearance that looks like it has naturally occurred over time. PRODUCTS Cathedral Limestone, Victorian Paving (Tumbled first) and Setts SHOTBLASTED The process involves honing the product first, then peppering the units with shot (small beads of steel), fired at a high velocity with compressed air. PRODUCTS Serenity range, Granite (sawn first) SAWN A sawn surface is achieved by using a machine to create a flat but raw surface. A sawn edge creates a smooth straight edge. PRODUCTS Neptune Limestone, Midnight Limestone, Travertine, Marble TUMBLED Stone is tumbled in a machine (similar to a cement mixer) which gives the products smooth surfaces and edges that have a natural aged look. PRODUCTS Old Rectory Paving, Circles, Cobbles, Copings and Walling (Handcut first), Victorian Paving and Setts (Handcut first) BULLNOSED This process can be done by both machine and hand, making the edge of the product rounded, perfect for steps. PRODUCTS Serenity Bullnosed (Single, Double), Riven Bullnose NATURAL/HANDCUT The natural finish is when it has been shaped and sized by nature, it is taken from the ground and then split along the natural lines. The edges of products are cut by hand using a chisel or hammer giving it its natural look. This results in surfaces that are riven and undulating in texture. PRODUCTS Premium Sandstone Paving, Circles, Setts and Edgings, Granite Setts, Slate, Gardenstone, Sandstone Pathway and Driveway Setts, Honey Blend Limestone

34 64 NATURAL STONE - GARDENSTONE COLLECTION 65 I really like Gardenstone; my personal favourite is the Roman Blend. No one paving stone looks the same, especially with the project packs where the sizes of paving differ. BRAD, YARD MANAGER NEW GARDENSTONE COLLECTION PURE GREY Project Pack 19.2m 2 per pack 18mm thick 65 per pack ROMAN BLEND Project Pack 19.2m 2 per pack 18mm thick 65 per pack RAJ BLEND Project Pack 19.2m 2 per pack 18mm thick 65 per pack SUNSET BUFF Project Pack 19.2m 2 per pack 18mm thick 65 per pack THE GARDENSTONE COLLECTION HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH QUALITY AND VALUE IN MIND. above Gardenstone Paving Sunset Buff This sandstone is calibrated and handcut, and comes in four lovely blended colours that will add warm tones and texture to both traditional and contemporary gardens. We also offer hand cut walling in a blended colour, ideal to work with all four paving options. PRODUCT INFORMATION GARDENSTONE PAVING 19.2m 2 Project pack contains 16no 300x300 18no 300x610 15no 610x610 16no 610x910 See page 131 for laying guide J Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only. WALLING 215 x 100mm Approx 4.5m 2 per pack 60mm thick 280 per pack above Gardenstone Paving Roman Blend

35 66 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 67 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE: THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, YOUR NATURAL STONE AND PORCELAIN PAVING WILL FACE DIFFERENT SITUATIONS WITH EACH SEASON. HERE ARE OUR TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR PAVING LOOKING GREAT ALL YEAR ROUND. clockwise from top left Travertine Warm Walnut; Albero Oak; Granito Frosted Grey; Toscana Latte SPRING After the winter months, it s perfectly normal for your paving to have built up dirt or detritus. Use a cleaner; we recommend Azpect Patio & Deck Cleaner on the natural stone and sweep away the detritus and clear up any natural growth such as weeds or moss from the winter months to prevent damage to the stone, as well as loose leaves or gravel that may have fallen in joints. For porcelain, clean with water and brush away dirt with a rubber brush to assist with draining water away. For both natural stone and porcelain paving, check your joints in between the paving in case there is a need for renewing the grouting. SUMMER With the warmer weather, you ll no doubt be spending more time outside in your garden. If you re entertaining guests, spillages can cause stains on natural stone. Ensure you clean up spillages as they occur, with warm water. Most stains can be cleaned with baby shampoo rather than a harsh, floor-cleaning type product. For porcelain paving, splashes of fat on the worktop, wine spills on the ground and general foody leftovers will not soak into the porcelain. You can clean up problems with almost any mild detergent: washing up liquid mixed with water, then either rinse with clean water, brush away with either a rubber broom or water pressure jet, being careful of joints. AUTUMN Autumn leaves may look stunning on the trees, but when they fall and land on natural paving, they may stain if allowed to lie there over the winter. This is even more important for berries, hips, drupes and other fruits. Remove these as soon as they are spotted. For both natural stone and porcelain paving, regular sweeping will remove the chance of accumulating stains or damage. WINTER Be watchful in winter as snow and ice that has frozen can make your natural stone slippery. Regularly sweeping snow and water off the stone will prevent your paving freezing over, plus you ll be able to enjoy walking through your winter landscape. Porcelain is frost and slip resistant. Due to its low moisture absorption making it easier to sweep away snow and ice while not causing damage to the paving. To find out more about maintaining natural stone and porcelain paving, go to page 126.

36 68 PORCELAIN - COLLECTION 69 For 2019, we have continued to innovate. We are delighted to introduce three brand new ranges: Terrazzo, Metallics & Context. Terrazzo, which has the effect of brushed concrete and marble chips, is available in three sparkling colours, Black, Grey and White. Metals are taking the porcelain world by storm. The new Metallics collections consists of Corten Steel, Aluminium and Platinum. The Context range is inspired by marble, stone and terracotta. This new collection includes: Dawn, Dusk & Twilight. There is also the addition of three new colours in the versatile Siena range, introducing Westland, Rook Stone and Dark Syncro. PORCELAIN COLLECTION PORCELAIN IS THE NEW PAVING REVOLUTION TAKING THE COUNTRY BY STORM. HARD WEARING, DURABLE, AND AVAILABLE IN A RANGE OF SIZES AND BEAUTIFUL DESIGNS, IT OFFERS THE LOW MAINTENANCE PAVING SOLUTION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY. Finally, for our large format sized Premium Porcelain Six Nine Series, we have added three stunning effect designs: White Marble, Goldenstone & Rustico. NEW PORCELAIN PRODUCTS: TERRAZZO WHITE GREY BLACK METALLICS CORTEN STEEL ALUMINIUM PLATINUM CONTEXT DAWN DUSK TWILIGHT SIENA WESTLAND ROOK STONE DARK SYNCRO SIX NINE SERIES WHITE MARBLE GOLDENSTONE RUSTICO this page Six Nine Series Somnium ALBERO BLACKENED

37 70 BENEFITS OF PORCELAIN 71 BENEFITS OF PORCELAIN PORCELAIN IS MANMADE FROM NATURAL MATERIALS, INCLUDING HIGHLY REFINED AND PURIFIED CLAY AND FINELY GROUND SAND. THE PRODUCTS ARE CREATED BY PRESSING AND FIRING AT VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES TO REMOVE VIRTUALLY ALL THE MOISTURE, RESULTING IN A HIGHLY DURABLE STRONG PRODUCT. OUR PORCELAIN IS SUSTAINABLY PRODUCED AND MADE IN ITALY, RENOWNED AS THE MARKET LEADER. Porcelain paving and products have a number of benefits which suit the more modern way of living in the UK today including; Porcelain is an extremely hard wearing product, which is scratch and abrasion resistant, making it ideal for pathways, patios and driveways It is slip resistant due to very low moisture absorption. This, combined with gently textured surfaces, makes it ideal for patios and around pools It is highly resistant to severe weather changes including heat, frost and cold, which means the paving is less likely to be damaged Porcelain is not affected by sunlight or natural weather conditions so retains its colour and will not fade Due to the manufacturing process it is almost totally impervious to moisture and not impacted by salts, oils and chemicals. This means it has low maintenance properties making it easy to clean requiring only mild detergents, brushing or jet washing and no sealants are required As indoor tiles are also available for the majority of our porcelain collection there is the ability to create an almost seamless transition from inside to outside living space We believe our porcelain products are not only beautiful but offer unbeatable durability, strength and ease of maintenance, making them ideal for our customers to use in a wide range of garden, indoor/outdoor, drive and patio solutions. above Ardesia Silver

38 72 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - METALLICS RANGE NEW 73 PREMIUM PORCELAIN METALLICS RANGE CORTEN STEEL 1000 x 500mm 1 per pack CREATE THE METROPOLITAN FEEL OF CITY LIFE WITH A VERY MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY DESIGN IN Metallics is our powerful new range, which comes in three strong colours: Corten Steel, Aluminium and Platinum. NEW The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide ALUMINIUM 1000 x 500mm 1 per pack NEW PLATINUM 1000 x 500mm 1 per pack this page Metallics Corten Steel opposite Metallics Platinum Ommodis que corepta quatemporem imod molupta tibust maximus maximiliquam MRS SMITH, EXMOOR

39 74 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - TERRAZZO RANGE NEW 75 GREY 600 x 600mm 2 per pack NEW WHITE 600 x 600mm 2 per pack NEW PREMIUM PORCELAIN TERRAZZO RANGE BLACK 600 x 600mm 2 per pack NEW FOR 2019 IS OUR TERRAZZO RANGE, A CLASSIC CHIC STYLE ITS NAME IS DERIVED FROM THE LATIN WORD TERRA, MEANING GROUND. Traditionally made by mixing small chips of marble with cement to form a tile but now created in our porcelain with a natural finish. The range consists of three stunning colours and is ideal for both contemporary and traditional designs. this page and opposite Terrazzo White The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 2 pieces per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. Nice to see 1920 s chic back in style PAUL, COLCHESTER

40 76 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - CONTEXT RANGE NEW 77 DAWN 600 x 1200m INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack NEW DUSK 600 x 1200m INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack PREMIUM PORCELAIN CONTEXT RANGE CONTEXT IS THE FRESH NEW RANGE FOR 2019, INFLUENCED BY the ancient tradition of treating surfaces with a mix of marble, stone, and terracotta fragments. Context has a traditional appearance, with a contemporary twist due to its large paving format. This range is available in three elgant colours: Dawn, Dusk & Twilight, including a matching internal range. NEW TWILIGHT 600 x 1200m INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. External sold in a minimum of 2 pieces per pack. Internal sold in a minimum of 3 pieces per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide this page and opposite Context Dawn

41 78 PORCELAIN - MODERNA 79 PORCELAIN MODERNA WHITE 600 x 600mm 2 per pack OUR MODERNA RANGE CONSISTS OF THREE STRIKING CONTEMPORARY COLOURWAYS; WHITE, ORIGIN AND BARGE GIALLA. Available in the popular 600x600 square format they offer a sophisticated choice for modern day living. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 2 pieces per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. ORIGIN 600 x 600mm 2 per pack BARGE GIALLA 600 x 600mm 2 per pack above Moderna White opposite Moderna Barge Gialla The Global Stone Porcelain range provides exceptional choice AFFINITY HORTUS

42 80 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIX SERIES 81 TERRACOTTA 600 x 600mm 2 per pack PREMIUM PORCELAIN SIX SERIES THIS, EVER POPULAR, SQUARE 600X600 FORMAT RANGE OFFERS AN IDEAL SOLUTION FOR THOSE THAT WANT THE LOOK OF NATURAL STONE, BUT WITH THE LOW MAINTENANCE PROPERTIES OF PORCELAIN. These stunning products available in slate, travertine and even terracotta effects enable the creation of beautiful natural looking easy to maintain spaces. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Each paving tile has distinct colour variation, please consult our website for more information. Sold in a minimum of 2 pieces per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. SOMNIUM 600 x 600mm 2 per pack DOVE GREY 600 x 600mm 2 per pack ARDESIA SILVER 600 x 600mm 2 per pack Six Series Terracotta I spend a lot of time in Italy. At home I like to bring the feeling of Italy back with me. Therefore, the best paving for me is the Premium Porcelain Six Series in Terracotta colour. CLARE, COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR PARCHMENT 600 x 600mm 2 per pack The subtle pattern of the paving is a brilliant backdrop for the plants LILLY GOMM, GARDEN DESIGNER

43 82 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIX NINE SERIES 83 PREMIUM PORCELAIN SIX NINE SERIES OUR SIX NINE SERIES WAS INTRODUCED TO THE EVER GROWING COLLECTION AS A RESPONSE TO THE GROWING DESIRE FOR LARGER FORMAT PORCELAIN PRODUCTS WITH THE LOOK OF NATURAL STONE. New for 2019, we are introducing three new colours: White Marble, Goldenstone and Rustico. These products are equally at home in the traditional or contemporary garden. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. this page Six Nine Spindrift; Six Nine Tempest opposite Six Nine Rustico

44 84 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIX NINE SERIES NEW 85 WHITE MARBLE 600 x 900mm 1 per pack NEW GOLDENSTONE 600 x 900mm 1 per pack NEW RUSTICO 600 x 900mm 1 per pack CALMA 600 x 900mm 1 per pack this page Six Nine Calma Instantly the paving that comes to mind for me is Calma. The marble effect on it is perfect. The anti-slip feature of porcelain makes it a brilliant choice when using paving near water. LOU, OFFICE MANAGER TEMPEST 600 x 900mm 1 per pack SPINDRIFT 600 x 900mm 1 per pack They have a range of products that suit all styles of gardens OLLIE NEAVES, GARDEN DESIGNER

45 86 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - MIXED SIZE 87 PREMIUM PORCELAIN MIXED SIZE I m in the process of having the Mixed Size Liquorice installed in my garden, so naturally I have to say that s my favourite! JULIAN, MANAGING DIRECTOR PRODUCTS WITHIN THE RANGE REMAIN SOME OF OUR MOST SOUGHT AFTER PAVING. This hugely desirable range is popular with home owners and garden designers and have also featured in award winning show gardens. Their striking designs are ideal for both contemporary and traditional settings, perfect for creating your statement garden. For variety, we offer multi-sized packs to aid more flexible laying patterns. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack see individual product for details. See Page 133 for porcelain laying guide. this page Mixed Size Liquorice opposite from top Mixed Size Oyster; Mixed Size Liquorice (wet)

46 88 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - MIXED SIZE 89 OYSTER 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack 400 x 800mm 2 per pack Project pack* 16.2m 2 per pack 20no 300 x 300mm 10no 300 x 600mm 20no 600 x 600mm 10no 600 x 900mm *Available on request and 150m 2 minimum order applies LIQUORICE 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack 400 x 800mm 2 per pack Project pack* 16.2m 2 per pack 20no 300 x 300mm 10no 300 x 600mm 20no 600 x 600mm 10no 600 x 900mm *Available on request and 150m 2 minimum order applies this page Mixed Size Oyster opposite Mixed Size Liquorice I ve always loved the marbled look of the Oyster Mixed Size Series. Plus it comes in the bigger size of 1200 x 600, which adds to the wow factor. LOUISE, SALES ADMINISTRATOR

47 90 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIENA RANGE 91 PREMIUM PORCELAIN SIENA RANGE THE SIENA RANGE IS A BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY RANGE, IN WARM COLOURS THAT WILL ENHANCE ANY GARDEN. Available in a versatile 500x1000 tile it allows for a range of laying patterns and designs making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor spaces. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. opposite Siena Hudson below from left Siena Dover; Siena Clypot The Siena Hudson looks stunning once laid. A great choice for the modern look, with lots of trees and shrubs nearby. ALAN, SOUTH EAST AREA SALES MANAGER

48 92 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIENA RANGE NEW 93 WESTLAND 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack NEW ROOK STONE 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack Project pack 2.64m² 2no 800 x 800mm 2no 600 x 600mm 2no 400 x 800mm NEW DARK SYNCRO 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack GERUSALEM 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack Project pack 2.64m² 2no 800 x 800mm 2no 600 x 600mm 2no 400 x 800mm CASTELLA ROCKCLIFFE 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack DARK STONE 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack Siena Clypot

49 94 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - SIENA RANGE 95 CLYPOT 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack DESERT 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack HUDSON 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack SWIM & CHILL USING PORCELAIN AROUND WATER MORNINGSIDE 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack PAVING AROUND POOLS, SPA AREAS AND EVEN PONDS CAN SOMETIMES BE TRICKY TO GET RIGHT. THE AESTHETICS NEED TO BE SAFE AND PRACTICAL. NATURAL SYNCRO 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack DOVER 500 x 1000mm 20mm pack 1 per pack For swimming pools and spa areas you have the added complication of chemicals and cleaning products to contend with and, of course, you need to ensure that any natural pool or pond areas remain free of algae and that paving does not cause a trip hazard. Porcelain paving offers an ideal solution; with its hardwearing slip resistant surface which is almost totally impervious to moisture and not impacted by salts, oils and chemicals, making it low maintenance and easy to keep clean. All of our porcelain range is ideal for around pools, however the Toscana range has proved particularly popular. Available in three colourways and two sizes this sophisticated product is ideal for swimming pool surrounds and is perfect for contemporary gardens. It has beautiful muted colours in a large size format and has regularly featured in award winning gardens and is loved by designers and homeowners alike. Caitlin McLaughlin, who won RHS Young Designer of the Year 2016, opted for Toscana Smoke around her shallow pond as she wanted a very minimal design with high impact. It also featured at the Southport Flower Show 2017 in Toscana Latte. Placed around a pool, it created a stunning clean line paving area. Other products which have also proved popular include Trento Greige, Six Nine Calma, and Pave which address both contemporary and traditional settings, as well as offering a range of colours, sizes and texture. Our finishing accessories add an additional touch to your outdoor space. Accessorise with custom drainage grids around your pool to make the area bespoke. Available in all sizes and colours, our finishing accessories are available on request.

50 96 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - TOSCANA RANGE 97 PREMIUM PORCELAIN TOSCANA RANGE THIS RANGE IS PERFECT FOR THE CONTEMPORARY GARDEN, WITH BEAUTIFUL MUTED COLOURS IN A LARGE SIZE FORMAT, IT HAS REGULARLY FEATURED IN AWARD WINNING GARDENS AND IS LOVED BY DESIGNERS AND HOMEOWNERS ALIKE. Available in three colourways, this sophisticated product is ideal to emphasise planting schemes around ponds and pools as well as perfect for using as part of an outdoor kitchen area. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in either 1 or 2 pieces per pack see individual product for details. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. left Toscana Smoke below Toscana Latte opposite Toscana Latte Global Stone always go the extra mile ELLIOTTS BUILDERS MERCHANT

51 98 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - TOSCANA RANGE 99 The Toscana Latte porcelain is the paving I d like in my garden. It has warm tones, with a hint of grey flowing through it. I feel it has a vibrance that ll last all year and in all weathers. LATTE 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack KAREN, SALES ADMINISTRATOR ALMOND 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack SMOKE 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack this page Toscana Latte opposite Toscana Smoke

52 100 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - TRENTO RANGE 101 PREMIUM PORCELAIN TRENTO RANGE OUR TRENTO PAVING IS IDEAL FOR CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS AND PERFECT FOR CREATING SEAMLESS INDOOR-OUTDOOR SPACES, USING THE MATCHING INTERNAL RANGE. Available in four neutral soft colours, and with characteristics similar to cement surfaces, it provides a sophisticated backdrop to any garden or internal space. main Trento Silver above Trento Greige left Trento Sand TRENTO RANGE The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. External sold in a minimum of 2 piece per pack. Internal sold in a minimum of 3 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide.

53 102 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - TRENTO RANGE 103 SAND 450 x 900mm INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack GREIGE 450 x 900mm INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack SILVER 450 x 900mm INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack EXTERNAL 2 per pack BLACK 450 x 900mm INTERNAL 11mm thick 3 per pack Trento Black EXTERNAL 2 per pack

54 104 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - FLORENCE RANGE 105 PREMIUM PORCELAIN FLORENCE RANGE left Florence Thatch opposite Florence Sambucas THE FLORENCE RANGE HAS AN AGED AND WEATHERED SANDSTONE NATURAL STONE APPEARANCE INCLUDING EDGES WITH A TUMBLED EFFECT. Suitable for contemporary or traditional designs it also offers an ideal solution for those in period properties who are looking for a low maintenance and easy to clean option, which easily blends into the surroundings. The sizes stated are the actual sizes with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide.

55 106 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - FLORENCE RANGE 107 THATCH 400 x 800mm 2 per pack SEDUM 400 x 800mm 2 per pack Florence Thatch My favourite paving is Thatch, from the Florence Range. It is reminiscent of Limestone, and I like its natural looking tumbled edges. In fact, I like it so much, I have it in my garden at home. SARA, STRATEGIC MARKETING DIRECTOR SAMBUCAS 400 x 800mm 2 per pack

56 108 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - ALBERO RANGE 109 PREMIUM PORCELAIN ALBERO RANGE THE ALBERO IS OUR STUNNING WOOD EFFECT RANGE, WHICH COMES COMPLETE WITH RIDGES, KNOTS AND WOODWORM HOLES. Incredibly realistic, they offer the aesthetics of a beautiful and timeless design with the practicality needed for use outside and are ideal to create that indoor-outdoor look. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. main Albero Oak right from top Albero Oak; Albero Chestnut Our porcelain terrace looks fantastic, we are absolutely delighted with it CHRIS & LYNNE - SHALFORD

57 110 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - ALBERO RANGE NEW 111 BLACKENED 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack SILVERED 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack OAK 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack CHESTNUT 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack SYCAMORE 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack this page Albero Silvered The Albero porcelain in Silvered reminds me of trips to a beach house I would visit in North Wales for holiday. The wood effect is so realistic in looks and feel you don t believe it s actually porcelain! TIM, SALES ADMINISTRATOR TEAK 400 x 1200mm 1 per pack The wood effect porcelain is incredibly realistic, it even feels like wood STEPHEN COLCHESTER

58 112 PREMIUM PORCELAIN - GRANITO RANGE 113 PREMIUM PORCELAIN GRANITO RANGE FROSTED GREY 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THE NATURAL GRANITE LOOK BUT WITH THE BENEFITS OF PORCELAIN, THEN OUR GRANITO RANGE IS THE PERFECT CHOICE. Available in a large format size and two colours it easily meets the needs of the contemporary and traditional garden. Complete with sparkling mica our Granito is beautifully striking, hard wearing and easy to maintain. Sold in a minimum of 1 piece per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide. CHARCOAL GREY 600 x 1200mm 1 per pack main Granito Frosted Grey opposite Granito Charcoal Grey I love anything sparkly, so it s only natural I m drawn to the porcelain Granito range. The mica embedded within the paving sparkles in the sunlight. KERRY, SALES ADMINISTRATOR

59 114 PORCELAIN - FOCUS RANGE 115 PORCELAIN FOCUS RANGE THIS RANGE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED WITH QUALITY AND VALUE IN MIND AND INCLUDES THE FIRST OF OUR PORCELAIN PAVING DESIGNS TO BE LAUNCHED IN THE UK, ANTHRACITE, WHICH REMAINS A FIRM FAVOURITE. We have evolved the range to further include 600x600mm Urban Beige, and two 400x800mm Misty Grey and Brazilian Gold. This range offers a quality 18mm product, enabling a wider audience to realise the benefits of porcelain. The sizes stated are the actual dimensions with a tolerance of +/- 3mm. Sold in a minimum of 2 pieces per pack. See page 133 for porcelain laying guide for Misty Grey and Brazilian Gold. main Focus Misty Grey right from top Focus Urban Beige; Focus Anthracite

60 116 PORCELAIN - FOCUS RANGE 117 MISTY GREY 400 x 800mm 18mm thick 2 per pack ANTHRACITE 600 x 600mm 18mm thick 2 per pack BRAZILIAN GOLD 400 x 800mm 18mm thick 2 per pack URBAN BEIGE 600 x 600mm 18mm thick 2 per pack this page Focus Brazilian Gold

61 118 PORCELAIN - CLADDING 119 PORCELAIN CLADDING OUR CLADDING RANGE IS AVAILABLE IN A VARIETY OF COLOURS AND THREE DIFFERENT DESIGNS. Proving popular it can be used both internally and externally and is great for a wide range of applications. Easy and quick to use, it is the low maintenance cladding option. So, if you want to tidy up and an old wall or create beautiful planters then our cladding could be just what you are looking for. Sold in a minimum of 14 or 15 pieces per pack see individual product for details. left Quartz Iron and Six Series Parchment below Maine Blue Mix opposite Quartz Gold

62 120 PORCELAIN - CLADDING RANGE 121 QUARTZ GREY 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack QUARTZ IRON 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack QUARTZ GOLD 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack MAINE BROWN MIX 160 x 420mm 10-12mm thick 14 per pack MAINE CREAM MIX 160 x 420mm 10-12mm thick 14 per pack MAINE BLUE MIX 160 x 420mm 10-12mm thick 14 per pack MAINE GREY MIX 160 x 420mm 10-12mm thick 14 per pack CHALET BROWN 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack CHALET GOLD 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack CHALET GREY 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack CHALET BEIGE 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack CHALET SMOKE 160 x 400mm 10-12mm thick 15 per pack Quartz Iron

63 122 PORCELAIN - FINISHING ACCESSORIES 123 PORCELAIN LAYING TOOLS FINISHING ACCESSORIES We are pleased to now stock Porcelain single bullnose pieces in two colours: Light & Dark. There are 2 pieces per pack, with a minimum order of one pack. These bullnose pieces are available in a single size of 600x600mm. SINGLE BULLNOSE LIGHT SINGLE BULLNOSE DARK Non stocked finishing accessories, which are made to order, are available for all ranges within the Porcelain Collection, including all sizes and colours. Minimum order for all finishing accessories is one pack. Colour, sizes and the number of pieces in a pack vary by product, so please check the individual finishing piece you require for further information. These products have a longer delivery time, please ask for timescales when requesting the pieces. Bespoke finishing accessories, for example pool ends, are also available on request. TO SUPPORT THE CONTINUED GROWTH IN THE USE OF PORCELAIN FOR PAVING WE ARE DELIGHTED TO PROVIDE A NUMBER TOOLS DESIGNED TO AID THE LAYING OF PORCELAIN PAVING. All our porcelain tools and accessories are from the Italy which is renowned for its world-leading position in the tiling industry. Raimondi has a first class reputation manufacturing products of high quality and durability. We are delighted to be a Main Stockist for the Raimondi range of which the key products are listed below. Please call us on should you wish to purchase any of the equipment or have any enquiries about the range. HANDLING PORCELAIN One of the features of porcelain is that it often comes in a larger format, which can make it both heavy and cumbersome, so care should be taken when handling the pieces. CUTTING PORCELAIN Porcelain Paving is best cut using a power saw, fitted with a good quality diamond blade which is water fed. ZOE 150 BRIDGE SAW MACHINE The Raimondi Zoe 150 Advanced Tile Saw Machine is suitable for cutting all types of porcelain and natural stone. It has an adjustable cutting depth and a tilting motor assembly for bevel cuts between 0 and 45 and a maximum length of cut of 155cm. The framework is cast and extruded aluminium and the large format 38l water tank is removable for easy cleaning. A heavy duty dual nozzle water pump provides superior blade cooling. Legs are telescopic with an anti-collapse device and wheels for easy transport. Blade guards pivot to remain parallel with the tile for maximum cutting depth and float to provide extra safety in operation. A pressure device holds the tile steady and the Square is re-adjustable for long-lasting precision. TOOLS TO USE WHEN LAYING PORCELAIN PORCELAIN ACCESSORIES BUCKET Includes; Easy Bucket, Sponge, Grout Float, Float and Spacers 150MM SUCTION CAP WITH CASE The Raimondi 150mmvacuum suction cup creates a tight grip, even on textured materials. Not suitable to be used with Natural Stone. EASY BUCKET, SPONGE, GROUT FLOAT, FLOAT AND SPACERS SINGLE BULLNOSE DOUBLE BULLNOSE DRAINAGE GRID All these pieces are non-refundable unless the goods are faulty. All the images shown are as a guide only. ZOE 150 BRIDGE SAW MACHINE COLLAPSIBLE BENCH WITH ROLLERS For safe handling of large format paving 179CC350 BLADES For use with the Zoe 150 for cutting porcelain, ceramic and stone paving. This blade has a long life.

64 124 YOUR QUICK GUIDE 125 WANT IT, NEED IT, LOVE IT YOUR QUICK GUIDE FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO HAVE OUR OWN OUTDOOR SPACE IT S ONLY NATURAL THAT WE WANT TO MAKE THE MOST OF IT. So, whether we want to create an idyllic retreat or make it an extension of our home where we can eat and drink with our friends and family, then the detail is in the planning. INSPIRATION The best place to start is with your ideas, but if you need some help there are many resources available, from Garden and Home Magazines, Garden Shows and TV programmes, through to the internet and social media tools such as Pinterest, Instagram and Houzz; all of which can be great sources of inspiration. Once you have gathered your ideas you need to consider the style and size of space you have available and the look you want to achieve. For example, do you want a contemporary or more traditional look as this will influence your design and hard landscaping options. For a contemporary style you may wish to consider paving with a texture in single sizes whereas a traditional space would lend itself more towards a riven surface with multiple sized paving and shade variation. Refer to page 58 for inspiration or go to our website www. for more ideas. PLAN Next you need to consider how you want to use your space and what your budget is. If your project includes a patio, pathway or driveway then you should think about the choice between natural stone and porcelain. Natural stone offers an array of options with varying colour blends, even within batches, and also has co-ordinating products available which will make your natural stone landscaping totally unique. However, if you want a more consistent colour blend then porcelain may be more suitable; it also appeals to those wanting a low maintenance option as it is durable and easy to clean. The surface texture should also be considered particularly when creating practical spaces for children, individuals with mobility considerations or just wanting to create that bringing the outdoors in feel. Our Porcelain range with its textured rather than riven surface would be an excellent choice. Your budget is a vital factor in planning your landscaping project and you should select the right products to achieve the result you want to see particularly bearing in mind that the general cost of the groundwork is around two thirds/three quarters of your landscaping cost. SELECT We recommend buying your paving from a reputable stockist. All Global Stone products have been handpicked from suppliers across the world to deliver a superior quality to our customers (refer to page 4 We Know our Suppliers feature). All our Natural Stone paving is calibrated which means it goes through meticulous processes to achieve close consistency in stone thickness. There are also a number of other processes it goes through to achieve the variety in surface finishes and the greater the number of processes that a piece of stone has gone through contributes to price variances. All our porcelain is from Italy, who are renowned as leading the world in quality and beautiful innovative porcelain designs. Finding your nearest supplier couldn t be easier, simply visit our website www. or contact one of our friendly team by telephone or . MAINTENANCE & CARE We recommend you chose a reputable specialist to lay your paving and use the right laying guide for the product you ve selected as there are different techniques for each product. As there can be colour variance within packs of natural stone it is key that you alternate packs when laying your paving. As the UK climate is generally wet and warm it is important to lay your paving with a fall so any excess rain water can drain away from surrounding buildings. A build-up of surface water on paving can also lead to risk of algae growth which can make the paving dirty and slippery. The jointing you select can also influence how colour blends appeal to the eye and there is an assortment of colour options available. If you are laying Porcelain, we recommend using external tile grout. Regularly cleaning your paving will not only keep it looking fresh but will also prevent other challenges caused by our weather conditions. Refer to page 141 for more information on maintaining your Natural Stone or Porcelain Paving.

65 126 GENERAL INFORMATION 127 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE CARE RANGE GENERAL INFORMATION GLOBAL STONE ARE PLEASED TO BE WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TWO OF THE LEADING UK PREMIUM SUPPLIERS OF JOINTING, GROUTING AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS. NATURAL STONE For our natural stone collection we are delighted to be working with Azpects who have, over the past five years, developed EASYJoint into the UK s leading, all weather natural stone premium paving joint product. MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS The range includes products for treating. For more information on these products please visit our website COLLECTION FINISHING ACCESSORIES Finishing accessories are available for all ranges within the porcelain collection, including all sizes and colours. Minimum order for all finishing accessories is one pack. Colour, sizes and the number of pieces in a pack vary by product, so please check the individual finishing piece you require for further information. These are non-stock items, which are made to order, and therefore have a longer delivery time, please ask when requesting the pieces. Bespoke finishing accessories are also available on request. PATIO & DECK CLEANER 1LTR A fast, clean and effective way of cleaning and rejuvenating paths, patios and decking. MORTAR STAIN & CALCIUM REMOVER 1LTR* An easy to use ecological stain remover, designed for the removal of cement residue, scale, oxidization and atmospheric contamination from your patio and driveway. ALGAE REMOVER 1LTR* An effortless way to remove algae, mould and lichen from paths and patios. * Minimum 8 bottles per order. Minimum 4 bottles per order. EFFLORESCENCE DESTROYER 1LTR* An organic blend that removes salt stains from new brickwork and paving to give long lasting results. BLACK SPOT REMOVER 5LTR A cleaner formulated to remove lichen (Black & White Spot) which not only removes contamination but also revives and invigoratesscale, oxidization and atmospheric contamination from your patio and driveway. PORCELAIN CLEANER 1LTR A high performance cleaner for all types of porcelain tiles, pavers and marble, granite and terracotta. Results can be seen quickly without leaving water marks. PORCELAIN PAVING TILES For our porcelain collection we are delighted to be working with Mapei, a premium supplier of products for tile preparation. ADHESIVES Adhesives are used to secure the porcelain paving tiles to walling or prepared subfloors, preventing the tiles moving when being walked or driven over. The range includes the Mapei Keraflex Maxi- a high performance, cementitious flexible tile adhesive which can be used for both floor and wall applications, and is available in 20kg bags. When the Keraflex Maxi is applied, it needs to applied to the substrate as well as the back of the tile. Each tile should be pressed using the twist and slide motion into position. Floor joints can be grouted within 24hours. GROUT Grout is required to finish off your porcelain patio, walling or drive project. The Mapei grouting product is available in three colours, Beige, Grey and Black, and available in 5kg bags. Other colours are available on request, however delivery times will be longer. Mapei Ultracolor Plus is ideal for joints of between 2-20mm and is a high performance, anti-effloresence, quick setting and drying grout that will be walkable in approximately 24 hours. For more general information on these products please visit our website www. or visit for datasheets and/or quantity calculators. COLOURS AND SURFACE TEXTURE The majority of the photos in our brochure have been taken with the stone being dry. The colours within natural stone will become much more vibrant when wet and will again lighten when dry. Natural stone may develop brown markings as its natural iron content oxidises. This temporary phenomenon should disappear after a period of time. The colours shown throughout this brochure are as accurate as the photographic and printing processes allow. Prior to ordering, products should always be inspected and chosen in daylight. Colour and tonal variations will occur in natural products, no sorting of crates will be undertaken. When using several packs, flags should be blended throughout the project to produce an overall natural appearance. Ensure you purchase your requirements in one purchase as you can then mix together all the paving from all the crates. The beauty of many of the products featured results from splitting which gives a unique textured surface and colour variation in the natural product. Sawn products like Travertine may have ingrained dust which you can leave to wear off or clean off with water and a stiff broom. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS As these are natural products, all dimensions are nominal and are subject to cutting tolerances in both size and thickness. The product sizes and coverage stated are those achieved when laid using appropriate joint width for the given product. PACK SIZES Please note some products may be subject to a minimum order. Some products are only available in Project Packs. Please check pack sizes and availability with your local stockist. HEALTH AND SAFETY Many of the products featured are heavy. It is recommended that items over 25kg, or those which are awkward in shape and size, should be handled by more than one person or suitable lifting equipment used. It is suggested that gloves are worn to prevent abrasion to hands and lime burns from wet mortar. Eye protection should also be used when cutting with either chisels or rotary disc cutters. When using a rotary disc cutter, make sure a suitable diamond blade is selected. A diamond cutting blade will give a clean cut, but please use with care and get full instructions on use from your hire shop. SUITABILITY OF PRODUCTS Products in this brochure are suitable for domestic pedestrian and driveway applications, where indicated, when installed correctly. Please ask your stockist for guidance. For high wear applications such as roadways, shopping precincts etc, please consult your local merchant for suitable products. INNOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT Our policy is one of continuous improvement and development and, as such, we reserve the right to change the specification without notice. Sales are subject to the Company s terms and conditions of sale, a copy of which is available on request. THE MODERN SLAVERY ACT 2015 The Modern Slavery Act 2015 was approved by the UK Government in March 2015 and, in short, addresses the crimes of holding another person in slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour or trafficking a person. Although organisations are not obliged to respond to the Act, an amendment in October 2015 known as the Transparency in Supply Chain Provisions requires businesses with an annual turnover above 36 million, to publish an annual statement. This statement should either confirm the steps taken to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in their business or supply chain or declare that no steps to confirm the existence of slavery or trafficking have been taken. As a direct response to the act we have put in place a Global Stone Supplier Code of Conduct where our suppliers are asked to adhere to our required standards. In addition, our rolling Supplier Audit Programme has been updated to specifically include references to the Act and is already in the implementation phase. Our Indian suppliers have been audited, co-operating openly and providing a wide range of evidence to support their trading position. This information le and will be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure compliance and provide a basis to assess for continuous improvement. We will continue to rollout across all our suppliers throughout the year. Global Stone continue to do all that we can ensure that our suppliers have employees who could be not be considered a slave, in servitude, forced into compulsory labour or be a victim of human trafficking. ETHICAL TRADING POLICY Social and Environmental policies underpin our corporate responsibilities. Our suppliers are visited and monitored to ensure they are ethical in their operations, particularly with regard to labour and the environment. Visit the website for more information. Certificates from our main sandstone supplier; ABS Quality Evaluations THANK YOU Global stone would like to thank the following for their contributions to the 2018 brochure: Adrian Green Photography Archley Landscape Solutions Caitlin McLaughlin Chessington GC CW Berry Francis Rose Landscapes Ltd GAP Photography Jonathan Dayman Photography Kent Blaxill Kirman design Landscapes by Design Lilly Gomm Picturesque landscapes Place Photography Portrait Landscapes RGE Landscapes And all the customers who allowed us to photograph their gardens.

66 128 LAYING GUIDES 129 LAYING GUIDES LAYING GUIDE B FOR PROJECT PACKS 13.65² APPROX 3.7M Choosing a design for your patio or terrace can sometimes feel daunting, and it will of course vary depending on your chosen product, the number of paving sizes and the overall size of patio. To help and inspire you we have created a number of guides to illustrate what you can do. A B C D 285 x 285mm (x15) 285 x 570mm (x15) 570 x 570mm (x13) 570 x 855mm (x12) LAYING GUIDE FOR OLD RECTORY, GLOBAL SANDSTONE PAVING (FOUR SIZES) AND MIDNIGHT LIMESTONE APPROX 3.7M SANDSTONE PAVING TECHNICAL DETAILS SIZES (MM) M 2 PER PACK THICKNESS NOS. PER PACK 285 x x BUFF BROWN MODAK ROSE CASTLE GREY YORK GREEN MINT GOLD LEAF MONSOON The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. LAYING GUIDE C FOR PROJECT PACKS 7.2M² APPROX 3.7M 432 x x x x Project Pack A 200 x 200mm (x20) B C D 200 x 400mm (x10) 400 x 400mm (x20) 400 x 600mm (x10) LAYING GUIDE FOR MARBLE MORNING MIST, LIMESTONE NEPTUNE AND TRAVERTINE APPROX 2.4M These laying guides are illustrated examples to assist you in creating exciting and attractive designs using a 10mm joint. Project laying plan - the product sizes and coverage stated are those achieved when laid using a 10mm Morning Mist and Neptune. For Travertine use a butt joint. APPROX 6.27M B E F D A LAYING GUIDE A LAYING GUIDE D FOR PROJECT PACKS 10.71M² APPROX 3.45M C APPROX 6.27M A B C D E F 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 432 x 570mm 570 x 570mm 570 x 855mm 570 x 1140mm LAYING GUIDE FOR PREMIUM SANDSTONE UTILIZING ALL SIX SIZES A 150 x 200mm (x41) B C D 200 x 200mm (x57) 200 x 300mm (x38) 400 x 300mm (x41) APPROX 3M The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. LAYING GUIDE FOR OLD RECTORY COBBLES

67 130 LAYING GUIDES 131 APPROX 4.27M LAYING GUIDE E LAYING GUIDE H FOR PROJECT PACKS 7.3M² APPROX 2.85M APPROX 3.7M A B C D 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 432 x 570mm 570 x 570mm LAYING GUIDE FOR PREMIUM SANDSTONE E 570 x 855mm A 285 x 285mm (x12) B 285 x 570mm (x13) C 570 x 570mm (x13) LAYING GUIDE FOR SANDSTONE PAVING, MIRAGE PAVING AND SERENITY PAVING APPROX 2.56M The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. APPROX 4.27M LAYING GUIDE F LAYING GUIDE I APPROX 4.27M A 285 x 285mm or 610 x 610mm B 285 x 570mm or 305 x 610mm C 570 x 570mm or 305 x 305mm LAYING GUIDE FOR THREE SIZE MODULES A B C D 300 x 450mm 450 x 450mm 600 x 450mm 750 x 450mm LAYING GUIDE FOR LIMESTONE CATHEDRAL & HONEY BLEND PAVING The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. APPROX 3.96M LAYING GUIDE G LAYING GUIDE J APPROX 3.9M APPROX 3.96M A B C D 305 x 305mm 305 x 610mm 610 x 610mm 915 x 610mm LAYING GUIDE FOR GRANITE PAVING AND SLATE PAVING B C D x 300 x 610 x 610 x A300mm 610mm 610mm 910mm LAYING GUIDE FOR GARDENSTONE APPROX 4.9M The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint.

68 132 LAYING GUIDES 133 APPROX 4.27M LAYING GUIDE K PREMIUM PORCELAIN PAVING GERUSALEM & ROOK STONE APPROX 3.7M A B C 600 x 600mm 900 x 600mm 1200 x 600mm LAYING GUIDE FOR OLD VICTORIAN PAVING The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. A 600 x 600mm B 400 x 800mm C 800 x 800mm PREMIUM PORCELAIN LAYING GUIDE FOR GERUSALEM & ROOK STONE PROJECT PACKS The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 5mm joint. LAYING GUIDE L PREMIUM PORCELAIN PAVING OYSTER & LIQUORICE A B C D 285 x 285mm 285 x 570mm 432 x 570mm 570 x 570mm PREMIUM SANDSTONE LAYING GUIDE FOR SERENITY MANDANA BLEND & ASH BLEND PROJECT PACKS 18.84M 2 A 300 x 300mm B 300 x 600mm C 600 x 600mm D 600 x 900mm PREMIUM PORCELAIN LAYING GUIDE FOR OYSTER & LIQUORICE PROJECT PACKS The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 5mm joint. The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 10mm joint. APPROX 5.8M PREMIUM PORCELAIN PAVING APPROX 3.8M PORCELAIN LAYING GUIDE FOR: Toscana Range: 600 x 1200mm Mixed Size Series: 400 x 800mm, 600 x 1200mm Albero Range: 400 x 1200mm Siena Range: 500 x 1000mm Trento Range: 450 x 900mm Six Nine Series 600 x 900mm Florence Range 400 x 800mm Granito Range 600 x 1200mm Focus Range 400 x 800mm Metallics Range 500x1000mm Context Range 600x1200mm The product sizes and coverage stated are achieved when laid using a 5mm joint.

69 134 SANDSTONE LAYING GUIDES 135 SANDSTONE FEATURE LAYING GUIDES A guide to the sizes and designs of sandstone features in the global stone paving collection. These laying guides are illustrated examples to assist you in creating exciting and attractive design. Whilst we focus on the design in details, the practicalities of daily use are always at the forefront of our thinking SARA CULLIS TROVIA UNEARTHING INSPIRING DESIGN ESTABLISHED IN EARLY 2018, TROVIA PROVIDES A TOTAL SOLUTION TO THOSE WORKING IN DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SECTORS TO PROVIDE BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS. FROM CONSULTANCY SERVICES THROUGH TO PRODUCT SOURCING AND SUPPLY, WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU CREATE COHESIVE SPACES TO MEET AND EXCEED YOUR CLIENT BRIEF THAT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME. OLD RECTORY COBBLE CIRCLE 1.8m Diameter Circle Kit 210mm inner segment 150mm all rings 2.8M CIRCLE WITH SQUARING OFF KIT* Finished size 3.08 x 3.08m 4 corners per kit GLOBAL SANDSTONE* 1.8m Diameter Circle Kit CIRCLE EXTENSION KIT* To take circle from 2.8m to 3.6m diameter GLOBAL SANDSTONE* 2.8m Diameter Circle Kit * sizes apply 300mm inner segment 350mm 1st ring 400mm 2nd ring 500mm 3rd ring 400mm 4th ring Our technical talent and creative flair is borne from our Global Stone heritage and expertise in both the stone and porcelain market. We are inquisitive, enthusiastic, and untiring in our search for unique and beautiful products, pushing the boundaries of inspiration. We have searched and continue to search far and wide to unearth the best products for your designs. If you re a designer or an architect, we know how challenging client briefs can be. You are probably the kind of person that embraces that challenge with an unending passion to deliver. If you are, then you have found the right partner in Trovia. Our combination of in-depth knowledge is bolstered with a portfolio of products that are not only beautiful but also practical and designed to last. Clean, contemporary colours and designs, naturally realistic wood and stone, porcelain Bringing fresh thinking to projects is our passion, we love getting people excited about our products CLARE MORGAN is a technical joy to work with. From its inherent strength to its slip resistant properties, tells only the opening part of the story. The only limits with porcelain? Your imagination. For more information visit:

70 136 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES - NATURAL STONE 137 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES NATURAL STONE TOP TIPS FOR NATURAL STONE Below are some of our experts suggestions to help you with your project: Please read the installation guidelines before laying paving Always check the paving thoroughly before laying Always use a full bed of mortar under the paving, not spot bedding, as this leaves voids that can affect the performance of the paving. When using multiple packs of paving, randomly select slabs from each pack to give an even mix of colour shades for your project. Do not use acid based cleaners with natural stone as this can severely damage the paving. Mild detergents are the preferred cleaner. Take care if using power cleaners as they can damage the surface of the paving and take out the pointing. If you intend to seal your paving, make sure it is completely dry and free from efflorescence. It may take a period of time to ensure that the bed underneath has fully dried out. Always use a quality natural stone sealer and follow the instructions as recommended by the manufacturer. Natural stone for internal projects would need to be sealed and again a quality sealer should be used and all manufacturer instructions followed. We recommend that you visit your local stockist to view the paving as the brochure colours are only as accurate as the printing process allows. Natural stone, by its nature, has considerable colour variations which cannot always be visible in a brochure. Where indicated, the dimensions of the paving are those achieved when using the appropriate joints. This will make it easier for you to plan and order the correct quantities for your project. Maintaining your paving from the start is key to ensuring your paving always looks its best Please note that Natural Stone products are not manufactured; they are natural products that are dug out of quarries in the earth. Each piece is absolutely unique with variations in colour and texture, which may also include minor natural markings within the stone, such as fossilisation. No responsibility will be accepted if customers knowingly lay paving with an apparent defect. 1. LAYING GLOBAL STONE FLAGSTONES INTRODUCTION Global Stone supply many types of paving materials and the most suitable laying method is determined by two principal factors: the type of paving unit (eg: paving stones, setts, kerbs) and the planned use (eg: patio, driveway, roof terrace). The following information is intended as a guide to the more usual projects that are likely to be undertaken by the more experienced DIYer. PREPARATION Before laying, all products should be carefully inspected, so that time is available for products to be replaced if found to be defective. No responsibility will be accepted for any delays, re-laying or removing costs if this has not been done. ESSENTIAL TOOLS Professional landscapers would consider the following list of items essential for any paving project: Gloves, goggles, spade and/or shovel, wheelbarrow, brick trowel, pointing trowel, lump hammer, bolster chisel, rubber mallet, long spirit level, string line, line pins or stakes, soft brush, tape measure, straightedge timber, small cement mixer, plate compactor ( wacker plate) and an angle grinder. However, it would probably be more appropriate for a DIYer only planning a single project at home to hire the larger, powered equipment. SETTING-OUT Paving should be laid at a level that is at least 150mm below the damp proof course (DPC) of any adjacent building except where level access is required at a doorway (eg: for disabled access). If working against a building, it may be possible to use the horizontal brickwork jointing as a guide to level. Alternatively, a taut string line or a temporary chalk line can be used as a guide. FALLS All paving must be drained. This is usually achieved by sloping the paving in one direction or another to direct the surface water towards a suitable disposal point, which might be a gully, a linear drain, or the edge of the garden. Whenever possible, surface water is directed away from any buildings. The riven texture of many natural stone paving materials means that water can sit on the surface more easily than might be the case with some manufactured paving materials. Consequently, it s recommended that natural stone paving should be laid to a fall of not less than 1:60 - this means that for every 60 measure along the paving, there is a drop (or a rise) of at least 1 measure. This might be 1cm in 60cm or 1 metre in 60 metres: all these generate a fall of 1:60. For ease of calculation, 1:60 means a fall of 17mm per metre. When determining levels away from a building, a taut string line set between driven ranging stakes is a good guide to both level and alignment. The simplest way to create an accurate perpendicular (90 or right angle) line from a building is to use a triangle. BASE All paved areas, whether they be used as driveways, paths or terraces, require a stable base. The depth/strength requirement of this base varies according to the planned use of the paved surface. For example, a private driveway will require a base layer of concrete at least 100mm thick, and this may need to be spread over a strengthening layer of compacted stone or hardcore, whilst a mortar bed approximately 50mm thick, laid directly onto firm ground could be sufficient for a lightly trafficked walkway. Every project site is different and a judgement will have to be made at the start of the project as to the long term stability of the existing ground. Please bear in mind that it is always best to err on the side of caution and lay a stronger base at the outset, than have to lift and reinstate a sunken area in the future. 2. GLOBAL STONE TYPES OF PAVING Global Stone supply two different types of paving; variable and calibrated thickness. We carefully select the variable thickness paving to ensure the natural variation is not excessive, so most of these paving stones will have a thickness of 18-25mm. The calibrated paving has been processed to a uniform thickness of 18-25mm depending on the type of product. This difference dictates on how the paving is best laid. The variable paving needs to have each stone s bed prepared individually to accommodate their slight difference in depth, while the calibrated paving can be laid onto a larger area of pre-levelled (landscapers call it screeded ) bed. We find that best results are obtained when our paving is laid onto a bed of coarse sand and cement, though on projects involving variable thickness paving, some professionals like to incorporate a small percentage of soft building sand to aid the pliability of the mortar mix and increase its adhesive properties. Using a small mixer, put a half bucket of clean water into the empty drum. Add four or five shovelfuls of coarse sand and one shovelful of cement. Allow this to mix, and then add another four or five shovelfuls of sand and a further shovelful of cement. Let this turn over for a couple of minutes, by which time the cement should be completely stirred through the sand, creating a uniform colour. The mixture should be damp, but not wet, creating what we call a moist mix. The exact amount of water added will vary with the dampness of the sand, but the end mix should be damp enough to cling together when squeezed into a ball, but no water should dribble out when squeezed. When mixed, this bedding material has a working life of approximately one to four hours, depending on the time of year. It is best practice to only mix as much material as you can be sure of using in about one hour. VARIABLE THICKNESS PAVING Use a shovel or a brick trowel to spread the freshly-mixed bedding material in a layer that is roughly 25-40mm thick and extends over an area just larger than the paving stone that is to be laid. Ripple the surface of the bed so that there is some give when the paving stone is placed. Position the stone, allowing for the appropriate joint thickness, and tap it down to the correct fall with a rubber mallet, checking the level with a spirit level. CALIBRATED PAVING The technique known as screeding is used to prepare the bed for calibrated paving. Use a shovel to spread the freshly-mixed bedding material over the area, large enough for several paving stones in a layer that is roughly 40-60mm thick, and pat it with the back of the shovel to lightly compact it. It is important to use not too much of the bedding, because it has to be scraped off, using a long, straight board to remove the excess bedding material, leaving a smooth and level surface onto which the paving can be placed. To achieve the correct level for the screeded bed, a reference level is required. This might be an existing edge (or kerb or edge course) or it can be a rail set at the level of the underside of the paving. GLOBAL STONE PAVING ON DRIVEWAYS Although best suited for patios and pathways, Global Stone paving can be used for light-use driveways. The paving will need to be laid onto a bed of concrete that is at least 100mm thick, and this may need to be laid over a sub-base (strengthening layer) of crushed stone or hardcore. The paving can be directly bedded onto the fresh concrete, as described earlier, but contractors often prefer to separately place the concrete and allow it to set before bedding the paving onto a mortar bed spread over the hardened concrete.

71 138 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES - NATURAL STONE 139 HANDLING THE PAVING Paving stones can be heavy and cumbersome so take care when handling them. As a rough guide, any paving stone 570 x 570mm or larger is best handled by two people, stood on one edge and carefully lowered into position. Smaller paving stones can be lifted into place by one person. It is important to note that paving stones have a definite face and a base. This means that there is a right way up, and a wrong way. The face on all Global Stone hand cut sandstone paving has four neatly trimmed edges and the sides taper inwards towards the base (ask for help if you are unsure). Although the paving will not break or fall apart if laid upside-down, the face has been specifically chosen to present an attractive, safe surface that shows off the natural beauty of the stone. The base may be more uneven and unattractive, and laying upside-down will definitely result in joints that are much wider than normal. GLOBAL STONE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES At the outset of the project, think about how the paving will be jointed. In most cases, a joint width of 8-15mm is used, our suggested layouts allow for an average joint of 10mm, with the joint being filled with a mortar or other pointing material. However, some people prefer to use narrow joints (sometimes referred to as butt-jointing ) which rely on 2-5mm wide joints that are filled with Kiln Dried Sand. COMPACTING THE PAVING Ideally, when first positioned, the paving will sit approximately 6-12mm proud and will need to be knocked down to the correct level. This steadies the paving, ensuring it lies flat and is evenly supported, as well as keying it into the bedding material. Once the paving is in the correct position, (remembering the chosen joint width), it should be tapped down using a rubber mallet until it is at the correct level. Aim the blows at imaginary points that are halfway between the centre and each corner of the paving stone, and use firm but not heavy blows to persuade the stone down to the desired level. If the flagstone refuses to go down to the level, then it is better to lift the stone, scrape out some of the excess bedding and re-lay rather than risk breaking the stone by hitting it with too much force. However, if the paving stone goes down too far, it will have to be lifted and extra bedding added to the existing bed. CHECKING THE LAID PAVING Once laid, paving stones should be stable (ie: they should not rock from corner to corner) and there should not be any dangerous lips between adjacent units. Some smaller paving stones (285 x 285mm) can be awkward to stabilise due to their size. Using a slightly wetter bedding mix will usually overcome this problem by causing the paving stone to adhere to the bed. When checking levels and surface profile regularity, use a long spirit level or a straight-edged length of timber to ensure adjacent paving stones are relatively level, with no high spots or hollows. If there is any doubt, correct the problem at this stage - it is much easier to put it right now, before the joints are filled. 3. LAYING GLOBAL STONE SETTS AND COBBLES Setts are usually laid one-at-a-time to accommodate the slight variation in thickness that is found with many natural stone paving products. The setts should be laid onto a bed of mortar or concrete and keyed in by gently tapping to level in a similar fashion to the variable thickness flagstones. For pathways and light-use patios, the setts can be laid onto a 40-75mm thick bed. Driveways or areas subject to heavier use will need to be constructed using a 100mm thick bed of concrete, and it may be necessary to include a sub-base (strengthening layer) of selected crushed stone or hardcore. The bedding mortar described above for use with paving stones, can be used to lay setts into patios and along pathways, but for driveways, a concrete comprising four measures of 10-14mm chippings with two measures of coarse sand and one measure of cement should be used. PLACING THE SETTS Stacked or coursed layouts are laid using a taut string line as a guide to both level and alignment. The bedding material is roughly graded using a shovel, laying out sufficient material to support a linear course of 2-4 metres of setts to be laid. It is levelled out using a trowel, and each set is individually placed, aligned and compacted using a rubber mallet, before placing the next. Ideally, when placed, each set should be 10-20mm proud of the desired level, so that it can be tapped down using the mallet, embedding the set into the mortar or concrete in the process. Using a short piece of 10mm timber can help ensure regular joint widths are maintained between the somewhat rough hewn edges of the setts. This rough hewn texture can make set laying quite a challenge. To improve the final appearance, a tip is to lay the forward edge of the setts to a taut string line, allowing any variation in width to be taken up by the joint created between the newly laid setts and those of the preceding course. CHECKING THE LAID SETTS Working to a taut string line ensures the setts are fairly accurately positioned for alignment and level. The riven texture can result in unexpected high spots or hollows within a course, so it is essential that the surface level is regularly checked using a long spirit level or a timber straightedge, and any problems corrected before proceeding. It is a good idea to check in both directions, along the courses (transverse) and across several courses at a time (longitudinal), as well as standing back and visually assessing the laid setts from several positions. LAYING GLOBAL STONE COBBLES The calibrated thickness of the Global Stone Granite Cobbles allows the landscaper to lay them onto a screeded, bed prepared in the same way as for the calibrated flagstones. As with the small setts, these small pavers will need to be laid onto a mortar bed suited to the proposed use of the finished surface, (ie: 40-75mm in light pedestrian areas, but increasing to 100mm with the possible addition of a compacted sub-base in tougher driveway conditions). 4. CUTTING AND JOINTING OF PAVING MATERIALS CUTTING PAVING Paving stones are best cut using a power saw or angle grinder, fitted with a diamond blade specifically rated for cutting stone (or concrete). These can be hired locally and the hire depot will provide you with full instruction on how to use them safely. Bear in mind that saw cutting of stone generates lots of harmful dust. Ask the hire depot about a water suppression kit to dampen down the dust and make sure you wear a suitable dust mask and safety eyewear. Smaller paving units, such as setts, can also be cut using a bolster or pitching chisel. Make sure eye protection is worn as small scalpings or shards are likely to fly up when the stone is struck. Align the bolster on the face of the set where the cut is required and strike firmly with a lump hammer. It may take several blows to break the stone and it may be necessary to trim the cut edge in order to make it fit the gap. JOINTING The joints between paving units can be filled with various materials. Traditionally, most paving and setts would be jointed (or pointed) with a sand/cement mortar. While this is still a popular option, it can be slow and messy, especially if you are not familiar with pointing techniques. Happily, there are alternative strategies that might be suitable for your project. MORTAR JOINTING This traditional method uses a strong mortar (four parts sand to one part cement) to fill the joint. The mortar should be mixed in small quantities, say one 25kg bag of sand at a time, because pointing is a slow process and the mortar has a fairly short working life (20-60 minutes depending on time of year). The same coarse sand used for the bedding, though the softer building sand gives a smoother, more adhesive mortar and is generally considered to be easier to work. The mortar should have a workable but flowing consistency, something akin to the mix for a rich fruit cake, and able to stand in peaks without slumping too much. Adding a plasticiser to the mix water makes the mortar far more workable. It is worth noting that some bags of cement contain a built-in plasticiser, so there is no need to add one to the mix water - check the packaging on your cement. POLYMERIC JOINTING MATERIALS This group of products is a modern development, and despite being somewhat costly when compared to traditional mortar, they are much, much faster. The polymeric mortars are made from selected sand mixed with a special resin that starts to harden when exposed to the air or to moisture. The products are simply brushed into the joints, any excess is swept off the surface of the paving, and in hours, the material will have hardened to form a perfect joint. Always read the manufacturer s instructions. KILN DRIED SAND This is only used with narrow joints, (less than 5mm), and caution is required before opting for this style of jointing material because the sand is likely to be washed out by wind and/or rain over time, as well as the risk of it providing the ideal home for weeds and mosses. 5. HISTORICAL INSTALLATION PRACTICES TO BE AVOIDED Five-Dot Paving, ie laying flagstones onto individual dots, dabs or spots of mortar is sometimes shown in older text books as a suitable method for laying paving, but it really ought to be avoided and it is no longer an approved laying technique amongst modern landscapers. There are several good reasons for this: Firstly, it doesn t provide full and uniform support for the flagstones. Some parts are supported; others are left bridging two spots, which makes them

72 140 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES - NATURAL STONE 141 more prone to breaking. Next, those empty spaces between mortar spots are a recipe for disaster. They allow water to pool underneath the paving, which encourages the growth of algae on the surface, but also destabilises the sub-layers, causing some of the finer material to be washed away. This, in turn, undermines those mortar spots, and the flag will start to rock, pivoting on the spots that haven t settled or shifted. Furthermore, the spaces underneath the flagstones also provide an ideal hidey-hole for invertebrates and small mammals that will mine or tunnel through the sublayers, again destabilising the paving and resulting in uneven settlement or broken flagstones. Finally, with some types of flagstone, the bedding will alter the porosity of the flagstone and visibly affect the surface appearance. This is especially apparent should the Global Sandstone flags be laid in this manner. SEALING YOUR PAVING Many homeowners choose to seal their new paving to protect it from accidental staining and to reduce the risk of allowing algae and lichens to establish themselves on the surface and joints, discolouring the paving and masking the natural beauty of the completed work. There are many different sealants on the market, providing different finishes and often changing the appearance of the paving. High gloss sealants rarely look natural and can sometimes make the treated surface slippery and unsafe. Polyurethane sealants are best suited to concrete block paving rather than natural stone. If you intend to seal your paving, make sure it is completely dry and free from efflorescence. It may take a period of time to ensure that the bed underneath has fully dried out. Always use a quality natural stone sealer and follow the manufacturer s instructions. See website for further information. 6 MAINTAINING YOUR NEW GLOBAL STONE PAVING Despite what is claimed by some suppliers and installers, there is no such thing as maintenance free paving. All paving needs a little bit of care and attention to keep it in tip-top condition. By choosing Global Stone Paving, you have started with the very best, so the maintenance requirements will be lesser than those of cheaper offerings. WEEKLY BRUSHING The simplest maintenance is brushing. Regular sweeping will remove detritus before it has a chance to accumulate and stain or damage the paving. Autumn leaves may look stunning on the trees, but when they fall and land on the paving, they may stain if allowed to lie there over the winter. This is even more important for berries, hips, drupes and other fruits. Remove these as soon as they are spotted. STAINS Where stains have occurred there are many and varied proprietary products that are claimed to be the perfect cleaning solution. However, care is required as some of these cleaning products, particularly those that are based on, or include hydrochloric acid, can damage the paving surface, make worse the existing stain, or even create a whole new stain! As with all surface treatments, test the product on a discreet corner before using it elsewhere. Most stains can be removed with soap and water. Hot water sometimes is more effective than cold, and many experienced cleaning contractors prefer to use a mild soap, such as those found in baby shampoos, rather than a harsh, floor-cleaning type product, which may adversely affect the colouring of the stone. POWER WASHERS While hosing down a paved area every few weeks is unlikely to do any long-term damage to the paving, power washers can, and do, seriously damage some pavements. The force of the water exploits any minor cracks or weaknesses and blasts out loose stone or slightly weak jointing. While they can rejuvenate tired, dirty paving, regular use will often do more harm than good. If you find that your paving gets dirty very quickly (overhanging trees or close to a busy road) consider using a quality sealant to protect it rather than abrade the surface on a weekly basis with a power washer. RUNNING REPAIRS Regular brushing also offers the opportunity to inspect the paving for any minor defects. The jointing is the most likely element of the pavement to suffer. Cement mortars degrade over time, while sand jointing can be lost due to scour from wind and water. Lost jointing may allow damaging surface water to find its way into the sub-layers and further weaken the structure, so it makes sense to repair as soon as a problem is identified. Cut out any damaged mortar jointing, and replace it with fresh 3:1 mortar to a depth of not less than 25mm (any less is unlikely to bond properly). Polymeric-filled joints rarely degrade or come loose, but if it was to happen, the affected area should be cut out and replaced to full depth. ALGAE, MOSSES AND LICHENS Where lichens (black spots) and/or algae (green discolouring) are a problem, regular swilling of the surface using a weak bleach is often beneficial. Wet the paving first, then apply diluted bleach via a fine rose from a watering can, and allow minutes before washing off. Don t allow the bleach to dry on the surface: wash off sooner if the surface is drying out more quickly than anticipated, and repeat the treatment. This regime has been found to be very effective at keeping algae, lichens and mosses off unsealed stone paving, without damaging the surface and at minimal cost. EFFLORESCENCE AND PICTURE FRAMING Efflorescence was traditionally a problem associated with concrete products but the growth in use of stone paving has seen an increased incidence of efflorescence, and efflorescence-like problems, occasionally affecting several different types of stone paving. The phenomenon has only come to prominence in the last few years and as research into its causes is still ongoing, and given the vast collection of stone now being supplied to the residential paving market, there is no definitive answer for how it is caused. It is thought by most to be related to the porosity of the stone, which would partly explain why it affects some stones and not others. It is advisable to use light coloured or washed sands with light colour limestone, sandstone and granite paving. Most of the problems involving discolouration and picture framing occur with relatively porous stone types (many of the sandstones plus silvergrey granite) when they have been allowed to dry out completely. Having stone sat in the summer sun causes it to lose all of its moisture content by evaporation. When it is then laid on a wet mortar bed or pointed with a wet mortar, it sucks in moisture, bringing cement particles, clay fines and iron minerals with it, which are later deposited on the surface as further evaporation dries out the paving once more. Regardless of which stone is being used and regardless of technique, it s important to remember that stone is a wholly natural product and as such there is an inherent variation in porosity, colour, texture and grain size. It s not unknown for one flagstone to discolour while its immediate neighbour remains completely unaffected. This does not mean there is a problem with the stone: it s just the way things are with natural stone paving. While discolouration and picture framing can look unattractive when first encountered, the effect and its visual impact do lessen over time and it is quite likely that in 12 months the problem will have lessened significantly or disappeared completely. Don t be panicked into ripping up and replacing affected paving immediately. Give it time, allow nature to run its course and review the situation the following year. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES PORCELAIN TOP TIPS FOR PORCELAIN PAVING All porcelain paving tiles can have variations in size and colour between batches, we advise purchasing all your tiles at the same time to avoid mixing and shade variation. Installing your porcelain products is equally important as choosing which product you want. We provide general information on laying/fixing which should be used in conjunction with competent porcelain installers and recommended products. We recommend installing your porcelain paving on a wet mortar bed of 6:1 grit sand to Portland cement or a concrete bed. Adhesive is strongly advised to form a bond bridge between the wet bed and the paving. If an adhesive is not used the porcelain will not stick to the base and become loose. Follow all guidelines regarding cutting to help minimize cracking and chipping Do not butt joint your porcelain paving. We recommend using a 4mm minimum gap to avoid chipping edges and the use of tile spacers to create uniform spacing. Use a weather repellent grout as it is generally non-permeable and unlikely to discolour or suffer algae/weed growth. A permeable or porous grout is not suitable for use with porcelain. You do not need to seal your porcelain, due to its extremely low porosity No special cleaners are required, a mild detergent should be sufficient for this very hard wearing paving. LAYING GLOBAL STONE PORCELAIN PAVING PREPARATION - PRODUCT CHECK Before laying, all products should be carefully inspected, so that time is available for products to be replaced if found to be defective. Please check batch codes to ensure that they are the same for each product you use. No responsibility will be accepted for any delays, re-laying or removing costs if this has not been done. ESSENTIAL TOOLS Professional landscapers would consider the following list of items essential for any porcelain paving tile project: Gloves, goggles, spade and/or shovel, wheelbarrow, rubber backed trowel, rubber mallet, long spirit level, string line, line pins or stakes, soft brush, tape measure, straightedge timber, small cement mixer, plate compactor ( wacker plate) and a water fed power saw specifically made for cutting stone or concrete. However, it would probably be more appropriate for a DIYer only planning a single project at home to hire the larger, powered equipment. SETTING-OUT Porcelain paving tile should be laid at a level that is at least 150mm below the damp proof course (DPC) of any adjacent building except where level access is required at a doorway (eg: for disabled access). If working against a building, it may be possible to use the horizontal brickwork jointing as a guide to level. Alternatively, a taut string line or a temporary chalk line can be used as a guide. FALLS All porcelain paving tiles must be drained. This is usually achieved by sloping the porcelain paving tiles in one direction or another to direct the surface water towards a suitable disposal point, which might be a gully, a linear drain, or the edge of the garden. Whenever possible, surface water is directed away from any buildings. When determining levels away from a building, a taut string line set between driven ranging stakes is a good guide to both level and alignment. The simplest way to create an accurate perpendicular (90 or right angle) line from a building is to use a triangle. BASE All porcelain paved tiled areas, whether they be used as driveways, paths or terraces, require a stable base. The depth/strength requirement of this base varies according to the planned use of the paved surface. For example, a private driveway will require a base layer of concrete at least 100mm thick, and this may need to be spread over a strengthening layer of compacted stone or hardcore. However, a mortar bed approximately 50mm thick, laid directly onto firm ground could be sufficient for a lightly trafficked walkway. Every project site is different and a judgement will have to be made at the start of the project as to the long term stability of the existing ground. Please bear in mind that it is always best to err on the side of caution and lay a stronger base at the outset, than have to lift and reinstate a sunken area in the future. TYPES OF PORCELAIN INSTALLATION Due to its nature Global Stone supplies porcelain paving tiles in a calibrated thickness of 18mm and 20mm, which means it is suitable to be laid on several bed types; INSTALLATION ON A WET BED The most common technique known as screeding is generally used to prepare the bed for porcelain paving tiles. Use a shovel to spread the freshly-mixed bedding material (a mortar bed of 6:1 or stronger mix of grit sand with ordinary Portland cement is recommended) over the base, large enough for several porcelain paving tiles in a layer that is roughly 40-60mm thick, and pat it with the back of the shovel to lightly compact it. It is important to not use too much of the bedding, because it has to be scraped off, using a long, straight board to remove the excess bedding material, leave a smooth and level surface onto which the paving can be placed. To achieve the correct level for the screeded bed, a reference level is required. This might be an existing edge (or kerb or edge course) or it can be a rail set at the level of the underside of the paving. We recommend

73 142 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES - PORCELAIN 143 that installation should be made using a floor covering adhesive to secure the porcelain paving tile to the sub-floor/cement screed such as flexible tile adhesive, Mapei Keraflex Maxi. The adhesive should be spread evenly over the underside of the porcelain paving tile to create a Bond Bridge and the tile is then pressed using the twist and slide motion the down onto adhesive and settled. INSTALLATION ON CONCRETE BED In this method the porcelain paving tiles are laid in the same manner as for laying floor tiles inside the house. The porcelain is laid on a pre-installed base, created in the same way as the wet base above, but which has been dried out for 3-4 weeks. We recommend that installation should be made using a floor covering adhesive to secure the porcelain paving tile to the sub-floor/cement screed such as flexible tile adhesive Mapei Keraflex Maxi. The adhesive should be spread evenly over the whole of the rigid base using a notched spreader and the underside of the porcelain paving tile to create a Bond Bridge and the tile is then pressed down using the twist and slide motion onto the adhesive and settled. INSTALLATION ON GRASS FOR STEPPING STONES Installation on grass to be used as stepping stones can be achieved by ensuring that the ground is both flat and even, then adding a 5cm layer of gravel (4/8mm diameter) and then dry-lay the porcelain paving tiles. The results can be long-lasting but will be dependent on soil movement. INSTALLATION ON PEDESTALS Our 18mm and rectified tiles are suitable for using with pedestals. For more information and number of pedestals required per tile please consult your pedestal provider. INSTALLING PORCELAIN WALLING/CLADDING Porcelain tiles can be fixed to most walls, however all surfaces must be completely secure without any obvious curvatures and capable of carrying the additional load. The maximum fixing height for the various substrates listed below is 3.6m using a suitable wall tile adhesive. Above 3.6m mechanical fixings will be required and you should consult a specialist for the correct methods and load bearings. As part of the process it is important that all substrate preparation products, mortar and grouts are compatible and we therefore recommend using a single source for all installation materials. You should also check your substrates suitability for tiling before selecting your adhesive. Grout joints are to personal taste and will vary depending on the product used however we recommend between 2-3mm for our Porcelain Walling/Cladding range. Global Stone recommend the use of Mapei Products as featured on page 42. Sand and Cement render is a good vertical base for fixing most porcelain tiles with a thickness up to 15mm with a load bearing of up to approximately 38kg/m2. New renders will require a minimum of two weeks to dry out. We recommend the following products: Please visit more information on other substrates including; Plasterboard without plaster skim coat Backerboard/Tile backerboards Gypsum Plaster Skim Problematic Substrates (such as some Plaster Skim and painted walls) Movement Joints in Walls HANDLING THE PORCELAIN Porcelain can be heavy and cumbersome, particularly with the larger pieces, so take care when handling. As a rough guide any paving stone 600mm x 600mm or above is best handled by 2 people, stood on the edge and carefully lowered into position. It is important to note that a porcelain paving has a face and base, meaning there is a right way up. CUTTING PORCELAIN Porcelain paving tiles are best cut using a power saw fitted with a good quality diamond blade which is water fed and specifically made for cutting porcelain. These can be hired locally and the hire depot will provide you with full instructions on how to use them safely. Cutting of porcelain generates a lot of potentially harmful dust so ensure you wear a suitable dust mask and safety eyewear at all times. Cut from the top surface. Have the line of cut clearly marked, and the blade rotating at around half-revs before bringing it into contact with the tile. As the blade bites into the tile, increase the engine revs if necessary, but ensure the saw remains evenly-balanced and progresses along the line of cut at a regular pace. Please note that it cannot be cut successfully using traditional hand tools (hammers and chisels) and abrasive cutting discs, even if marked as being suitable for stone, as it will more than likely result in chipping and fragmenting of the incredibly hard surface. LAYING PATTERNS/DESIGNS Global Stone porcelain paving tiles are normally laid in one of two arrangements; stack bond (like a chess board) or coursed (where the paving is laid in lines of courses of the same width. Stack bond needs paving tiles of a matching size, while coursed layouts rely on the porcelain sharing a common width while the lengths vary. JOINTING The 4-8mm joints between the paving can be filled with two key types of material mortar or tile grout. MORTAR JOINTING This traditional method uses a strong mortar (four parts sand to one part cement) to fill the joint. The mortar should be mixed in small quantities, say one 25kg bag of sand at a time, because pointing is a slow process and the mortar has a fairly short working life (20-60 minutes depending on time of year). The same coarse sand used for the bedding, though the softer building sand gives a smoother, more adhesive mortar and is generally considered to be easier to work. The mortar should have a workable but flowing consistency, something akin to the mix for a rich fruit cake, and able to stand in peaks without slumping too much. Adding a plasticiser to the mix water makes the mortar far more workable. It is worth noting that some bags of cement contain a built-in plasticiser, so there is no need to add one to the mix water check the packaging of your cement. FLEXIBLE TILE GROUT JOINTING MATERIALS These cement based products are mixed with water to provide an easy working grout which is applied using a rubber back trowel, simply wiping off any excess off the surface of the porcelain paving tile, and after just 90 minutes, the material will have hardened to form a perfect joint. We recommend Mapei Ultracolor Plus, which is a rapid setting cement based grouting compound which is water repellent, unaffected by weather and which enables foot traffic after just 90 minutes. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Thanks to its great hardness and weather-resistance, porcelain paving tiles can be cleaned with almost any detergent. However, we recommend simply using a mild detergent and a water jet. For greater convenience and to avoid potential limescale deposits forming, we recommend facilitating drainage with a rubber brush. WORKING WITH PROFESSIONAL BODIES FOR OVER 15 YEARS WE HAVE BUILT STRONG, LONG STANDING AND MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR PARTNERS. WE ARE DELIGHTED TO INCLUDE THE ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPERS (APL), BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF LANDSCAPE INDUSTRIES (BALI) AND SOCIETY OF GARDEN DESIGNERS (SGD) AMONGST THEM AND ARE PROUD TO BE AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER OF THE APL AND AN AFFILIATE MEMBER OF BALI. It is important to us that our porcelain products are managed by trusted by professional landscapers and contractors in a professional way and that is why we actively supported the APL and BALI associations. Both the APL and BALI are at the forefront of developing and maintaining professional standards and services, providing the necessary confidence when choosing landscapers or contractors. They aim to encourage the highest standards of quality, workmanship and service and build a greater awareness of the role of the landscape industry. The rigorous inspection process to join the APL is among the toughest within the industry. Along with the initial inspection, each member is inspected annually. This is to ensure they have up to date insurances, comply with health and safety law and their quality of work is to the highest possible. BALI fully vet and approve over 850 professional landscapers, contractors, grounds maintenance, interior landscapers, gardeners and designers, providing a business support network for landscaping, providing the tools and services to help businesses keep compliant with the Construction, Design & Management Regulations 2015, which cover the design, installation of all hard landscape works, commercial and domestic. Over the past three years we have also started to work with the SGD, whose members are some of the leading names in the industry, working across a wide range of projects from small courtyards and roof gardens to country estates and urban parks. All the garden designers listed on their website are fully accredited by the Society and are trained to turn aspirations into reality. For more information visit;

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