Quarried in the Vienne region of France, Chauvigny limestone is characterized by its distinctive beige or light grey color with occasional fossil inclusions. It has a slightly rough texture and is often used in interior and exterior applications, including flooring, wall cladding, and architectural elements. Savonnieres Limestone Grout colour is very much an aesthetic choice and we all have different ideas about what we like. However, it is worth remembering that reclaimed tiles will often have a slightly deeper and wider joint and therefore discussing with your merchant about using a grout that doesn’t shrink too much when it dries is worthwhile.

Often we see french limestone pavers and large slabs being used for both indoor and outdoor use. However, there are number of different options available. Limestone can be cut into different shapes and sizes.Polished – again, flat surface, but this has been polished to provide a reflective surface (sharp edges). This is one of the most popular types of natural stone available in France. It has a creamy yellow tone and has been used for a vast amount of historical buildings not only in the UK but France as well. Caen limestone is becoming harder and hard to aquire and is often kept for use for the rennovation of old historic buildings. We offer both warm and light reclaimed terracotta tiles that not only speak of ancient worlds both east and west but have also been used in creating contrasting interiors within contemporary spaces. The tiles are often used as a base colour within a space ready for additional accents and tones to accentuate the floor. Whether you’ve just moved into a new house or are looking to replace your outdoor terrace flooring, or working on a commercial project our reclaimed quarry tiles are suitable for all spaces. We offer competitive prices and work with individual clients and businesses to offer the highest quality product. Whether you're looking to just fit out a small room or looking to specify for a large commercial area we have the capability to source a large amount of reclaimed materials from all over Europe, regardless of your needs. Another advantage of using reclaimed terracotta tiles in your home is that it’s one of the most environmentally-friendly options available. By using our reclaimed tiles, you eliminate the need to produce more. You’re Our tiles have been weathered but still remain as strong as ever. The result? A unique, one-of-a-kind floor, a piece of history!

Tumbled – This has been put through a tumbler which provides an aged, worn feel with rounded off edges. Often the shells of the limestone come through with a rustic patina. When choosing your french limestone flooring. There are several options with many different different finishes and sizes available. Most quarries have the ability to create anything from a very smooth surface to a more aged, rustic finish. The antique stone floor gives the impression that it has been down for centuries. Out of these four, Lubelska provides a tumbled surface. Our want is to provide a antique french limestone floor with patina and texture. Although, we have the ability to provide all 4 finishes if required. French limestone sizes Below are french limestone tiles used in a square. these are cut at 150 x 150mm, tumbled with a mix of tones and patina between each tile.It is only in the last decades or so that we have decided to take a leaf out of history and to start using terracotta tiles again for one of the reasons that they were first designed. Due to modern techniques in heating, terracotta tiles are making quite a resurgence as they are one of the best slow releasers of heat that can be laid on a floor.

This limestone is sourced from the Loire Valley region of France. It has a light cream to beige color and is known for its fine grain and subtle veining. Savonnieres limestone is popular for flooring and is also used in countertops, fireplace surrounds, and other decorative applications. Limestone tile finishes Tone : Even though all products have beautiful colours, handmade tiles undoubtedly have enriched tones.Price: Machine-cut tiles are manufactured according to the predetermined process in bulks, making them a cheaper option. On the other hand, each handmade terracotta tile is unique as it is handmade with great precision. Although the process is similar, it is the work of art you would be paying for. Water-based sealers work in a completely different way. Firstly and unlike their counterparts, they are eco-friendly. They will stop stains from marking the floor by reducing the pore size and stop liquids from penetrating but they will allow vapour to pass through. This permits the floor to breathe and any moisture that was in the adhesive to escape. Often a limestone with much deeper tones and variable colours ranging from browns and dark yellows to burnt oranges. This diverse natural stone flooring gives a feel of a floor that has been down for centuries. Chauvigny Limestone