Ground materials

goldiguana

9 years ago

Can you tell me the materials that you have used on the ground please - brown and white stone/ slab work. thanks!

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The Garden Builders
8 years ago
Hi, the stone is beige limestone and buff sawn sandstone.
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Mark Brown
8 years ago
We have a lovely collection of Limestone paving and also our Artisan Mirage range comes in 5 different shades ideal for this type of contemporary design. Visit www.globalstonepaving.co.uk for more information.
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