Stone

The properties of stone and how it is used in the landscape

What and why?


Types of Stone

In Victoria there are stone types that can be commonly found.

  • Bluestone

  • Granite

  • Sandstone

  • Slate

  • Basalt

  • Limestone

  • Mudstone


Coatings

Sealer is necessary to protect your stone from stains.


Common Paving Finishes


  • Honed

  • Sawn

  • Hammered

  • Flamed

Session Outline

  • Why do we use Stone?

  • Commonly available stone

  • Coatings

  • Stone paving finishes

Presentations