Really interesting capping used, what material is this?

Tim Martin

2 years ago

Unusual capping used on top of stone wall. Interested to know what is it made from.

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VESP Architects
2 years ago
Hi Tim,

To answer your questions .....
- Stone is a hammered granite walling stone, sourced from Lamtoom quarry in Cornwall
- Windows were supplied by Aspect in Exeter . I think they are a Smarts range.
- Capping on top of the wall is Brazilian slate slabs, laid to a slight fall
Tim Martin
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2 years ago
Thank you! That’s really useful.
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