General Information

What is Reconstituted Stone?

Reconstituted Stone - is manufactured from the highest grade materials and will last for years. It is hand crafted, with moulds taken from original natural flagstones for an authentic appearance. Bradstone products are a constant thickness and is therefore easy to lay. The more traditional styles, such as Old Town and Old Riven, are particularly suited to the classic style of British country gardens.

Colors - shades are subtle and subject to slight variations, especially highlighted in the weathered shades where many products are hand made to ensure a completely random, natural look. Colors will appear different depending upon the prevailing conditions such as sunlight, heavy shade or rain, therefore it is advisable to check the color and appearance of the actual product samples in dry daylight conditions before purchase. Where possible, products should also be selected from the same production batch. Reconstructed stone will weather over time in a similar way to natural stone.

Paving Color Swatches

Products are manufactured at factories located in different areas of the United States, therefore significant variation in color and texture can occur when compared with the colors shown in the swatches. Please note that some products have a multi-color mix where the manufacturing process means that different color percentages are likely between packs. For the best overall effect we advise that pavers are chosen from three to five different packs and from vertical columns rather than horizontal rows. Multi-colored products are produced randomly, therefore color proportions in different pavers may vary widely.

Application/Suitability

Unless otherwise stated, the Bradstone materials featured in this catalog are intended for use for domestic landscape projects. Bradstone decorative paving is not suitable for driveways. The manufacturer cannot accept any liability where products have been used for any inappropriate purpose. In the unlikely event of products reaching you in a less than satisfactory condition, please contact your local distributer or Bradstone directly, allowing time for the rejected product to be replaced. If a complaint is raised after laying the product, Bradstone cannot accept responsibility for any defect. De-icing salts should not be used on the Bradstone paving.

Sizes & Joint Widths

All dimensions quoted in this catalog are nominal and are for guidance only. Actual sizes will vary, particularly on the products designed to replicate natural stone which have features such as riven profiles and fettled edges. Where space is critical, Bradstone recommends dry laying the product to check area required. The sizes and quantities given in the paving tables on page 28 usually allow a nominal 1/2" joint width. When laying random paving and circles, and in particular Wetherdale Paving and Old Town Flagstone Paving with their fettled edges, joint widths will depend on the paving type and laying pattern chosen and will be variable - from approximately 12" to 1 ".

Handling

Standard manual handling techniques should be adopted when handling products. Some products in the Bradstone range are heavy or an awkward shape to lift and it is recommended that suitable lifting equipment is used for these products. Always wear gloves and safety footwear when handling product. If product is to be cut always wear safety goggles and when using a high speed cutter also wear suitable respiratory protection, such as a dust mask. Before removing wrapping or banding, ensure that the products are on level ground or retained in some way to prevent fall over. When removing shrink wrapping and banding use the appropriate cutting tools; also it is recommended that safety goggles are worn. Product should always be handled with care as breakages, chipping and other damage may result from mishandling. Minor scuffing can occur due to movement in transit and will generally disappear in time. If in doubt do not install the product. Consult your Bradstone Representative.