Dukes Sandstone
Dukes
The quarry is situated near Matlock in Derbyshire.
Dukes is a medium grained stone with variations of pink, lilac and purple veining throughout. The stone has been used throughout the UK since as early as 1825 where it was used to build Leicester Prison.
There is good reserves of this stone.
Details
Applications
Ashlar Walling
Cladding (50mm min)
Dressed/CarvedStone
Random Walling
Coursed Walling
External Flooring / Paving
External Steps / Platts
Internal Flooring
Declaration of performance to BS EN 771-6-2011. Natural stone masonry units
Slip Resistance (over 40 considered safe)
Abrasion Resistance (over 23 suitable for heavy traffic)
Bending (Mpa)
4.6-5.6
Porosity (%)
14.7
Water Absorption (%)
4.56
Bulk Specific Gravity
2250kg/M3
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Dunedin Stone was formed in 1990 supplying natural stone for both commercial and residential developments.
We are passionate about Stone and consider your project as our own. Therefore early consultation regarding every detail is paramount to achieving a smooth production run of your order.
Dunedin Stone was formed in 1990 supplying natural stone for both commercial and residential developments.
We are passionate about Stone and consider your project as our own. Therefore early consultation regarding every detail is paramount to achieving a smooth production run of your order.
