English stone has long been celebrated for its rich character and versatility, making it a popular choice for homeowners looking to renovate.

From elegant fireplaces and versatile flooring to hard-wearing paving stone, the Stamford Stone at Home range offers something for every home. We take a closer look at some of the most popular types of English stone and the different ways you can incorporate them into your space.

Limestone for luxurious interiors and gardens

Limestone is a popular choice for homeowners seeking a seamless flow between their interior and exterior design, as it can be used to create distinctive features such as staircases and fireplaces as well as external steps and paving.

The rich composition of limestone flooring brings a touch of luxury to any room, whilst providing a natural and warm feel underfoot. The variety of finishes for limestone flooring means that it perfectly complements traditional, contemporary and rustic home settings. From the creamy, smooth and pillowed Westby Aged, perfect for a modern hallway, to the soft honey and cream fusions of the Walcott Aged, ideal for farmhouse-style kitchens. Limestone flooring’s soft, earthy tones make it the preferred flooring material for creating a soothing ambience.

Limestone also enhances outdoor areas, offering a charming foundation for patios and pathways. Its natural weathering creates a lived-in effect that ages delicately, maintaining its aesthetic appeal for many years of use. This makes limestone paving stones such as the lightly tumbled Cathedral Gold ideal for creating a luxurious garden space to make cherished memories in for years to come.

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Strong and striking granite paving

Granite is recognised for its strength and durability, making it a popular choice for outdoor paving and cobbles. This English stone brings a distinct sense of style to every space, with a range of colours that include classic greys, blacks and even vibrant blues.

Granite paving such as the Heritage Minster Black Granite provides resilience against heavy footfall, making it ideal for driveways and homes where the garden is the hub for socialising. The deep tones also offer a strong contrast to any surrounding greenery, creating an eye-catching path or patio area.

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Showstopping English stone fireplaces

When it comes to creating a centrepiece of the home, nothing compares to a limestone fireplace. The subtle colour variations and fossiling mean that every fireplace is unique and looks great throughout the year, whether lit with a roaring fire in winter or dressed for the sunnier months. As such a prominent feature of your home, you want to choose a style of fireplace that perfectly complements your existing space. Stamford Stone at Home’s English stone fireplaces go one step further, offering a range of hand-carved fireplaces in a variety of classic and contemporary styles, including The Burghley and The Ashton.

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A showcase of the finest English stone: Sutton Lodge

A showcase of the finest English stone: Sutton Lodge

Nestled in Sutton, Cambridgeshire, this self-build private home features the finest Clipsham limestone products across the external walls and internal stone fixings, including two fireplaces and stone flooring.

From the initial design through to the supplying and fitting of the stone, our team worked closely with the client to complete the project to an exceptional standard. Externally, Sutton Lodge features our Ashlar limestone across the facade and orangery, but it can also be found in the moulded entrance columns, cornerstones, window casements, chimney pots and gate posts, creating a bold first impression.

Inside the home, guests are greeted by our Walcott One Corner stone flooring in the hallway, which is complemented by a bespoke Hambleton fireplace surround, adding to the impact of the home’s entrance.

In the drawing room, you’ll find a bespoke Barnack fireplace as the centrepiece, bringing luxurious warmth to the space. Take a look at the finer details below.

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A trusted stone supplier for beautiful homes

All of our Clipsham limestone is sourced from and manufactured on-site at our own quarries, providing reassurance of the provenance, consistency and quality of your English stone products.

As the proud owners and operators of the Clipsham Medwells and Clipsham Bidwells quarries, we are the exclusive global supplier of Clipsham limestone. This means we are able to offer a wide range of stone products to suit every home.

Welcome English stone into your home

English stone provides endless possibilities for transforming every room of your home. Whether you prefer the riven finish of slate or the warmth of limestone, each Stamford Stone at Home product carries its own unique appeal.

Are you ready to discover the right English stone for your home? Speak to the Stamford Stone at Home experts today on 01780 740 970.