PORTLAND BLUE

Portland Blue is the unsung hero of Portland limestone. Not widely used as its hardness requires expert cutting and finishing but the results that can be achieved are something else. It has an overall blue hue in a variety of tones with fawn markings. Well suited to contemporary interiors, it has an almost iridescent look as its appearance differs depending on the light source.

We recommend the following finishes which enhance the natural characteristics of this stone:

RECOMMENDED FINISHES

Antiqued (internal finish)

Fettered edges with a smooth, undulating surface. Hand-finished to recreate an antique look.

Flamed (external finish)

Stone is subjected to high temperature flame and then quickly cooled producing a rough but consistent texture. Square edges and flat surface. Particularly suitable for external areas.

Leather (internal finish)

Square edges with a smooth pitted surface which has been created with a special high pressure mechanical action.

Patera (external finish)

Square edges with a coarse honed surface finish which gives it an almost dusty appearance, sometimes referred to as fine rubbed. Well suited to low slip areas.

Honed (internal finish)

Square, clean edges with a very smooth, flat surface. The finish achieved can vary from matt to gloss depending on the stone type with harder stones tending to look more polished. Ground to a smooth, flat, consistent surface which is easy to maintain.

Corten (external finish)

Square edges and a consistent flat, smooth surface. Flamed and brushed to highlight the natural iron markings creating a contemporary, rusty steel look.

SIZE GUIDE

Portland Blue is available in standard and custom sizes up to a maximum of 900 x 1200 mm.

All our products are bespoke and therefore made to order for each project.

BESPOKE FINISHES

Bespoke finishes are available for this product. If our recommended finishes aren’t quite what you are looking for please contact us on +44 (0) 1935 847333 or ask@artoriusfaber.com to discuss your requirements. Following this initial consultation we will provide you with project specific samples from which to make a selection.

SUITABILITY

Suitable for Bespoke Architectural Detailing

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Portland Blue

Portland Blue - Honed Finish