Artstone
Cast stone is a cost effective alternative to natural cut stone whilst maintaining the same appearance and performance.
Manufacturing Process
Our cast stone is a two part mix, manufactured using a semi-dry method incorporating a mixture of natural finely ground aggregates, white or grey cement,
waterproofing agents and where required colouring pigments.
A backing mix is employed to give strength to units. All units are cast into individual moulds then immediately de-moulded on patras boards to minimise distortion. They are then hand finished to give a sharp, crisp and clean finish.
Curing
All units are palletised the following day, packed out using jiffy foam and
shrink-wrapped to minimise movement. They are then transported to our indoor curing shed for a minimum of 2 weeks.
Compression Strength
Average Crushing Strength of cubes tested (face mix) 35mpa
Reinforcement
Generally High Tensile Ribbed Mild Steel
Heads T16
Cill T12
Galvanised and Stainless Steel to order.
All units manufactured comply with BS1217 Specification.