Natural stone has been used in construction and design for centuries, and it’s no wonder why. This durable, beautiful material has unique benefits that make it a popular choice for both homeowners and businesses and will last throughout the ages. So whether you’re considering using stone in your new build, or maybe you’re considering giving your garden or driveway an upgrade for the summer months, there are countless benefits to using natural stone.
Crettyard Stone
Crettyard Stone is an Irish-owned, family-run business, run by the Brophy family for the past 19 years, producing an extensive range of Irish stone products to enhance the appearance of any interior and exterior of any home or commercial building. What sets Crettyard above the rest is their quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction; alongside their unlimited access to ‘cut to order’ limestone, granite, cobblestone, sandstone, and flagstone, which is mined straight from their personal quarry. Due to their state-of-the-art machinery, there are no limitations to sizing or application – the sky is the limit! So if you want to build big – look no further than Crettyard Stone.
Sound good, but what kind of stone should I choose?
Sandstone:
Sandstone has become increasingly popular in Ireland in recent years. It is:
- Affordable
- Easy to cut and carve meaning that it is suitable for even the most awkward of builds – this is a feature that is unique to sandstone.
- Is highly durable
- Comes in different shades meaning that it will keep your home cool in the summer, and will lock in the heat in the winter.
- Has an extremely low maintenance cost
- Has amazing grit making it the perfect curbing stone to avoid any slips or falls
- Is easy to replace
Granite:
- Is the most heat and fire-resistant stone on the market, making it the ideal candidate for countertops and fireplaces
- Comes in a variety of colours that just screams luxury
- Has low porosity which means it’s stain resistant – perfect if you have messy little hands about!
- Is essentially scratch-proof meaning it will look the same in years to come.
- Will add value to any kitchen or sitting room, making it a very viable investment
Cobblestone
- Is the most attractive type of stone for kerbs, paths, and driveways
- Is weather resistant due to its natural allowance for water permeability
- Is super easy to install
- Easy to clean and replace
Limestone
- Is highly cost-effective
- Will stand the test of time, making it an ideal building stone
- Comes in a variety of colours
- Will raise the value of any property
- Is environmentally friendly by trapping pollution, and the water runoff can improve nearby soil alkalinity
- Can be used in ponds to increase nutrient availability
- Is easy to clean
Flagstone
- Highly durable and will not crack or get damaged when exposed to the elements
- Available in an array of colours
- Will stand the test of time and promotes traction, making it an ideal candidate for walkways or kerbs
Regardless of what stone is right for your needs, Crettyard Stone is a perfect choice. Whether you’re building a new home or renovating your business, natural stone is a great option that will provide you with years of beauty and function. Not to mention the added value! Get in touch with them today.
| Address | Crettyard Stone, Crosskeys, Crettyard Co. Laois, Ireland |
| Telephone Numbers | 087 0528825 |
| Website | www.crettyardstone.ie |