Finding durable yet aesthetically pleasing building materials is a challenge in modern construction. Traditional options lack the timeless elegance desired in architectural projects and often succumb to wear and tear over time.
Imagine investing in a facade that loses its charm, succumbs to weathering, and demands frequent maintenance. The frustration of watching your structure deteriorate prematurely leaves you with costly repairs and diminishing curb appeal.
Introducing Stirling Sandstone – a revolutionary building material crafted for enduring beauty and resilience. Its unique blend combines timeless allure with unparalleled durability, ensuring your structure stands the test of time without sacrificing style.
Key Features
Stirling Sandstone is a highly sought-after natural stone renowned for its exceptional qualities:
- Strength & Durability: This sandstone boasts impressive compressive strength, making it resistant to weathering, abrasion, and heavy loads. It’s ideal for both interior and exterior applications where longevity is essential.
- Distinctive Appearance: Stirling Sandstone exhibits a beautiful, warm palette of colours, often with subtle variations and natural veining. This adds a touch of timeless elegance to any space.
- Workability: Despite its strength, Stirling Sandstone can be easily cut, shaped, and finished, offering versatility in design and construction.
- Low Maintenance: This sandstone is naturally resistant to staining and requires minimal upkeep, ensuring its beauty lasts easily.
- Versatility: Stirling Sandstone is used in various applications, including paving, flooring, wall cladding, landscaping features, and architectural elements.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Type of Stone |
Sandstone |
| Composition |
High-quality, durable composite with integrated stone core (SPC) for superior stability and moisture resistance. |
| Colour |
Reminiscent of old European structures, creating a traditional aesthetic with a subtle blend of colours. |
| Applications |
Perfect for interior and exterior settings. It looks excellent when mortar or dry stack is used. |
| Walling Finish |
Natural Split |
| Sawn Cut Back |
- Random sizes: 100mm to 350mm
- Thickness: 20-30mm
- 65kg p/sqm
|
| Corners |
- Random sizes: 150mm to 300mm
- Thickness: 20-30mm
- 30kg p/lm
|
| Formation |
Ashlar |
| Notes |
Stirling Sandstone creates an old European aesthetic with classic character. Perfect for interior and exterior settings, it looks excellent when mortar or dry stack is used. |
| Overall Thickness |
6.5mm (including attached underlayment) |
| Wear Layer |
20 mil (0.5mm) for excellent protection against scratches, fading, and stains. It is ideal for both residential and light commercial settings. |
| Installation |
Interlocking click system designed for DIY-friendly installation. Suitable for floating installation over most existing subfloors. |
| Radiant Heat Compatibility |
Yes |
| Waterproof |
100% waterproof construction. |
Ideal Use Cases and Application
Stirling Sandstone is designed for both style and durability, making it an excellent flooring choice for a variety of spaces:
- Residential: Its waterproof construction and scratch resistance makes it perfect for high-traffic areas like kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, mudrooms, and basements.
- Light Commercial: Can withstand the wear and tear of offices, boutiques, and other low-traffic commercial settings.
- Rental Properties: A cost-effective, durable solution that adds value and appeal to rental spaces.
- Installation: It is suitable for installation over most existing subfloors, including concrete, wood, and tile. The simple click-together system makes it ideal for DIY projects.
Considerations for Using Stirling Sandstone
- Subfloor Preparation: While Stirling Sandstone planks are forgiving, a smooth and level subfloor is essential for optimal installation and longevity. Check with the manufacturer for specific subfloor preparation requirements.
- Expansion Gaps: Stirling Sandstone will naturally expand and contract with temperature changes like all flooring materials. Leave an expansion gap around the perimeter of your room as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Direct Sunlight: Prolonged exposure to intense sunlight may cause fading over time. Consider using window treatments in rooms with significant sun exposure.
- Heavy Furniture: Use felt pads or furniture coasters to prevent scratches or indentations from heavy furniture or appliances.
- Sound Transmission: While the attached underlayment reduces sound, additional acoustic underlayment may be desired for installation on upper floors or in multi-unit dwellings.
Care and Maintenance
Stirling Sandstone is designed for low-maintenance beauty. Follow these simple tips to keep your floors looking their best:
- Routine Cleaning: Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dirt and debris. Use a damp mop with a pH-neutral cleaner formulated for spills or deeper cleaning for luxury vinyl or SPC floors.
- Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Never use abrasive cleaners, bleach, ammonia, or wax-based products on your Stirling Sandstone floors.
- Protect Your Floors: Use doormats at entrances to trap dirt and moisture. Place felt pads under the legs of the furniture to prevent scratches.
- Address Spills Promptly: Wipe up spills immediately to prevent staining, especially with acidic substances like coffee or juice.
- Direct Sunlight: Limit prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to minimise potential fading.
