Pitairlie Sandstone
Variations of grey colour, laminated, flaggy texture, very fine to ne sand grade, moderately cemented and well compacted, low permeability.
Geographic availability
UK
Origin / Location of manufacturing / Processing plant
Monikie, Near Dundee, Scotland
Application and typical uses of the product
This product is ideal for dry stone dyking. It is also used as a non load bearing cladding material. The stone is also very suitable to be used a roofing tile, especially in conservation projects where stone tiles are already in situ
Breakdown of Product
100% natural sandstone
Thermal conductivity (k) W/m°C or Thermal transmittance (U-value) - W/m2°C (If applicable)
k = 1.7 W/m°C
Is the resource Renewable or Finite?
finite
Does the material need to be processed further or treated by the user
No
Buildability - how complex is installation? What skill level is required?
Stone should always be worked and installed by experienced stonemasons.
Deconstruction and Re-use
Deconstructed easily if lime mortar used, and re-used
Disposal/ End of Life
Can be used as aggregate
Types, textures, specifications and colours currently available
One type available in a variety of component sizes
Supplier Name
Denfind Stone
Main Contact
Brian Binnie
Contact Address
Denfind Farm, Monikie, Angus
, DD5 3PZ
Telephone Number
01382 370220
Email
office@denfindstone.co.uk
Lifespan of materials if maintained correctly (years)
100 years +
Availability - how easy is it to source the material
Abundant supply - quick turnaround
