bowden limestone

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specifications

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Bowden Limestone is an excellent choice for interior and exterior applications. Because of its excellent properties and performance, and subtle color, architects repeatedly specify this natural limestone for interior stone flooring, exterior paving stone, stone treads and risers, fireplace surrounds and stone wall cladding. Bowden Limestone is available in honed, bush hammered and sandblasted finishes. It is also available in vein-cut form for certain applications.

stone type

limestone

color

Off-white with veining and markings.

weathering characteristic

Like all limestones, Bowden will fade when used outside or when exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time.

properties

Dolomitic limestone that can be used for many interior and exterior applications. Low absorption. Medium density with some holes. Hard and durable. Like all limestones, Bowden is affected by acids. No detrimental effects on the environment. Large piece sizes are available.

suitability

interior

exterior

maintenance

Depending on the application, impregnating sealers may be required. Contact us for information regarding the use of sealers, impregnators, cleaning, etc.

samples

upon request

ASTM results

upon request

finishes

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Honed

Split-face

Bush Hammered

Honed – an extremely smooth, eggshell finish. Achieved with the use of fine diamonds.
Split-face - a cleft, split finish. Highly textural.
Sandblasted - muted appearance in a flat, gritty finish.
Bush Hammered – small, round marks give this a dotted appearance with light relief.