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- Ashlar BlocksCast Stone Ashlar is a smooth finished block that is used as a cost effective alternative to natural stone, but with characteristics of the real thing.
- Decorative HeadsCast Stone DH1 and DH2 Heads are non-structural decorative heads that enhance the appearance above a window or door opening. As decorative heads are not load bearing a suitable supporting lintel will be required beneath the units. Available in the ever popular bath colour.
- EcohabitatsOur EcoHabitat range is designed to provide safe spaces for bats and swifts, enabling them to live in harmony with people.
- KeystonesOur L shaped Cast Stone Cosmetic Keystones are used as a design feature above windows and doors. They are designed to be used in conjunction with our decorative heads.
- String CoursesCast Stone String Course is a feature detail of stone that is used to break up large areas brick/block work by adding a contrasting feature within the build. The string course is complemented with internal and external 90 degree returns for a complete design.
- QuoinsHigh quality Cast Stone Quoin details available in a range of sizes. Available in the ever popular bath colour. Click Cast Stone supplies only the highest quality cast stone from the market leading manufacturer, Forticrete.
- CopingsCast Stone copings are used as a capping for garden walls and parapets. The copings come in a various profiles, including flat, Once Weather and Twice Weathered. Available in the ever popular bath colour.
- PlinthsOur plinth units are used as a feature band on top of 150mm thick wall which steps back to a 100mm thick wall. The plinths are complimented with internal and external 90 degree returns for a complete design.
- CillsCast Stone Cills (Stooled and Slip). A Stooled Cill is a traditional cill that has a 102.5mm stooling at each end built into the wall. Slip Cills fit between the reveals and is not built into the adjacent walls.
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26 August, 2022

The Life Expectancy of Cast Stone Products

Cast Stone is widely known as a great alternative to natural stone. It’s cheaper to manufacture and, due to the manufacturing process, products can be created a lot quicker. If you’re looking to buy Cast Stone products, you may be wondering what the life expectancy is. Luckily, you’re in the right place as we’ll be looking at how long Cast Stone lasts in today’s blog.

Cast Stone Standards

Standard and bespoke Cast Stone products with all dimensions 650mm or less are manufactured and UKCA marked in accordance with BS EN 771-5 for the intended use in walls, columns, and partitions. Our Cast Stone Structural stone Decorative Heads are UKCA marked in accordance with BS EN 845-2 – Lintels. All other Cast Stone products that are larger than 650mm, are manufactured to BS 1217 for which Forticrete has a BSI Kitemark (Certificate KM45767). These units are not UKCA marked.

For products that are UKCA marked, full Declarations of Performance can be seen at www.ibstockdeclarations.co.uk.

Cast Stone Maintenance

To prevent deterioration of the cast stone components, the building must be regularly maintained with special regard to gutters, downpipes and watercourses. Cast Stone units should be cleaned in accordance with Forticrete recommendations.

Does Cast Stone Weather?

Cast Stone will weather in a similar way to natural stone in similar circumstances, considering factors such as design, detailing and exposure. Over an extended time period we would expect natural weathering to have some aesthetic impact on the appearance of the product; this will not, however, affect the structural integrity of the product.

How Long Does Cast Stone Last?

If Cast Stone products are installed in accordance with our recommendations, the relevant codes and the building is maintained as described above, then the expected life of Cast Stone product is the design life of the building.

Buy Cast Stone Products Online Today!

If you’re looking to buy Cast Stone products online, with quick delivery then look no further! Select our express delivery service and receive items within 4 working days. Alternatively, get in touch with us today by calling on 01909 775 000 or email us at [email protected].