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Sheffield Limestone

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

Finishes

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    Honed Finish

    An extremely smooth, eggshell finish. Achieved with the use of fine diamonds.

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    Smooth Sanded Finish

    More dull and rough than honed with subtle machining marks.

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    SandBlasted Finish

    Lighter in appearance with slight relief. (Note this sample is Sheffield Vein Cut)

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    BushHammered Finish

    Small, round marks give this a dotted appearance with light relief.

Specifications

Stone Type

Limestone

Color

Tan with dark brown veining and clouds.

Weathering Characteristics

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

Suitability

interior, exterior

Properties

Dolomitic limestone with dark brown ‘cloud’ markings that can be used for many interior and exterior applications. Low absorption. Hard, dense and durable. Naturally occurring, small holes are visible. Like all limestones, Sheffield is affected by acids. No detrimental effects on the environment. Large piece sizes are available.

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

Applications
  • Interior Flooring
  • Exterior Paving
  • Stair Treads
  • Wall Cladding
  • Counter Tops
  • Window Stools and Sills
  • Fireplace Surrounds
  • Coping and Chimney Caps
  • Landscaping
  • Furniture and Signs