What is Indian Stone?
Since the 1990s Indian stone has been a popular choice for patios and driveways for its versatility and elegance, along with its wide range of colours, textures, and sizes. As the name suggests, authentic Indian stone is imported from India and is a natural sandstone, with some of its beautiful patterns and textures comprised from mineral deposits, including quartz, calcium carbonate, and iron oxide.Benefits of Indian Stone for Driveways?
The benefits of Indian stone far exceed other surface types, with long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing, and affordable all tick points. Let’s take a look at some of the other selling points this beautiful surface offers: Aesthetic Appeal. Indian stone doesn’t fade over time so from the day it’s laid down, it will look as visually pleasing and striking in years to come. The signature appearance Indian stone gives comes from its formation millions of years ago under extreme heat, so the naturally occurring pigment streaks that run through it are unique and beautiful, giving you a wide range of colours and patterns to choose from. Durable and Versatile. The unpredictable UK weather is no match for Indian stone, and it can withstand a huge amount of pressure which is great for driveways. It doesn’t chip, split or crack and it also has a natural, non-slip surface, so no matter the vehicle, on wet, slippery days, there’s no chance of falling over or sliding down your driveway. Low Maintenance. A big selling point of Indian stone is that it is easy to clean, with most of the dirt that accumulates being easily washed away by rain. For more stubborn stains, a cloth or hose can easily remove them, making it really easy to maintain. Indian stone is also easy to install, meaning that once laid down, your driveway will pretty much look after itself. Cost-Effective. It would be easy to write Indian stone off as out of your price range if it has the ability to tick so many boxes but that’s where research and choosing the right surfacing company comes in. Compared to other types of stone it is actually very reasonably priced, if that is the route you intend to go down, and there are also many mid-range options to choose from.Why Indian Stone is Perfect for Driveways.
There are countless reasons why Indian stone is perfect for driveways and given that you are using a reputable surfacing company with knowledge and expertise in the thickness and cut you need, you will be happy with your Indian stone driveway for years to come. Indian stone is a great choice for really making your driveway unique, with a choice of colours such as:- Red Indian stone
- Grey Indian stone
- Brown and Buff Indian stone
- Ivory and Cream
- Raj Green Indian stone
- Rainbow Indian stone
- Sawn
- Riven
- Tumbled
- Calibrated
