StoneworkARCHITECTURAL CAST STONE DRESSINGS

Inspirational

ELEGANT STONE

400 300 200

R12

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R1128

R13

73

150/300

29

0

260

75

160

215

215

842

991

1506

62045

29

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250

250

6

6

863

863

ARCHITECTURAL CAST STONE DRESSINGS

350

20

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15

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254

300

6

6R25

6

2027

215

9447

200

1270 1270

2546

6

325

ARCHITRAVE PLAN

Unit 1 Moor End Works, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 3TT • Tel - 01274 874360 • Fax - 01274 851025 Email - sales@elegantstoneplc.com • www.elegantstone.com

ELEGANT STONE

January 2008

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ARCHITECTURAL CAST STONE DRESSINGS

Contents

2-3 Portfolio

4-5 Introduction

6-15 Portfolio Continued

16-17 Cills

18 Bay Windows and Bullnosed Cills

19 Heads

20 Window Surround

21 Circular Bullseye Surrounds and Semi Circular Arches

22 Ashlar, Gable Vents and Quoins

23 Corbels

24 String Course

25 String Course and Plinth Block

26 Label Moulding

27 Pier Caps

28-29 Coping

30 Tudor Style Door/Porch Surrounds

31 Door Surrounds

32-33 Columns

34-46 Porticos

47 Portico Construction Guide

48 Technical Specification

49 Site Practice and Handling

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The history of cast stone spansseveral centuries and is not arelatively new or unprovenmaterial as is often assumed.

In Britain, cast stone has been used since the 18th century and remaining examplesclearly demonstrate the durability and long term weathering characteristics of the material.

Then, as now, the primary reason forchoosing cast stone as opposed to theindigenous natural stone is one of cost and availability.

The carving of natural stone has always beenexpensive and time consuming and as such its usage in modern times is often restricted due to prohibitive costs and unacceptable lead times.

Cast or reconstructed stone enables thearchitect or specifier to incorporatestonework detailing or dressings as desired

to give added charm, individuality andcharacter whilst keeping costs to anacceptable and realistic level.

Using a combination of age old and modern manufacturing methods, ElegantStone reproduce the timeless beauty ofnatural stone.

From individual houses to large residentialand commercial projects, Elegant Stone isthe cost effective alternative to natural stone,having a tight grain ashlar appearance and isavailable in a range of six subtle shades toenhance any proposed development.

With great emphasis on quality and service,only the finest aggregates and materials areused in manufacture. Rigorous daily qualitycontrol procedures are strictly adhered to

with regular independent testing alsoundertaken as required.

From a standard head, cill or water featureto intricate bespoke and restoration work,Elegant Stone have the experience andcapability to take on board the mostdemanding and elaborate of assignments,thereby allowing Elegant Stone to bespecified with absolute confidence.

Technical advice and assistance is availablewhere required with the production of fullydetailed and dimensioned AutoCADdrawings, which are forwarded for customerapproval prior to manufacture. All orders aresubsequently confirmed in writing andinclude a traceable production number,which ensures enquiries can be dealt withquickly and efficiently.

IntroductionReconstructed Stone

“Elegant Stone reproduce the timeless beauty of natural stone”

“Only the finest aggregates and materials are used”

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Standard ComponentBoth costs and lead times are kept to aminimum by incorporating componentsfrom our standard range of cast stonedressings. Literally thousands of mouldsare kept in stock at all times which allowthe customer to be creative and imaginativewhilst working within a budget.

The standard range of components has been evolved in conjunction with housebuilders and developers and sizesavailable reflect industry standard doorand window openings.

Select from an extensive range, whichincludes heads, cills, window and doorsurrounds, ashlar walling, quoins,corbels, copings and pier caps, all ofwhich will add character and charm toany property. Components range in stylefrom basic to elaborate and decorativeand are hand finished in any of our sixstandard colours.

Ordering is easy using the identifyingcode on the relevant technical pagetogether with the colour and quantity required.

BespokeContinual investment and developmentin both traditional and the latest mouldmaking techniques have resulted in one of the best equipped and mostcomprehensive pattern making facilitiesin the industry.

However simple or complex in design,Elegant Stone have both the resources and skilled craftsmen available in-house to bring concepts and ideas to reality.From conception to completion ElegantStone are leaders in the field of bespokeand non-standard cast stone masonry.

From a feature head or arch toreplicating ornate cornices andentablatures, Elegant Stone relish theopportunity to demonstrate our specialistskills and take great pride in producingcustom made stonework to customer'sindividual requirements.

Frequently called upon for our expertisein this specialist and bespoke area of thecast stone market, Elegant Stone serviceincludes, resin, GRP and rubbermoulding from original components forreproduction contracts. Carving andcommissioning of special designs andarchitectural features are also undertakenwith customers and clients being closelyinvolved throughout.

OrnamentalThe Elegant Stone range of ornamentalstonework, features an exciting andinnovative portfolio of traditional and unique architect designed garden andlandscape statuary.

From water features and fountains, tobalustrading, elegant jardiniéres, planters and exquisite classical temples, eachpiece is lovingly hand crafted to adornany proposed setting.

Utilising the many skills of our specialistteams of pattern and mould makers,Elegant Stone also welcome individualcommissions and reproduction work.

Standard Components

Bespoke

Ornamental

“Elegant Stone have both the resources andskilled craftsmen”

“Elegant Stone also welcome individual commissions and reproductive work”

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