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Port Regent

Port Regent Sawn Natural Limestone (NPRL)

This fine natural limestone was used by the Romans to build temples and public buildings throughout their empire. A warm straw colour, with subtle veins and a hint of grey, Port Regent has an exceptionally fine grain that can hold a sharp edge with ease. It can be formed into almost any architectural embellishment, and is available in large blocks with a consistent colour and texture.

Frost resistant and hard wearing, Port Regent is an ideal alternative to Portland Stone. It has recently been used in Kensington Palace Gardens to replace Portland Stone.

Product Code: NPRL
Type: Warm off-white Sawn Natural Limestone
Port Regent Sawn Natural Limestone (NPRL)

Availability

As sawn two sides, sawn six sides or as finished masonry.

Maximum Sizes (metres)

Height on bedLengthWidth
Sawn Six Sides0.6-0.94.02.0


Specifications

Geology sedimentary oolitic limestone. Fine grained calcium carbonate
ColourWhite with some shell content
TextureFines tone with fine crushed shell
Crushing StrengthWater saturated 2560kg/m3
Acid immersion testpassed
Porosity (%volume)8.4%


Recommended Uses

Arches
Chimneys
Columns
Copings & pier caps
Cornices
Dry stone walling
Fireplaces
Flooring
Garden features
Load-bearing walls
Non-load-bearing cladding & facing
Paving
Porticos and porches
Quoins
Retaining walls & batters
Steps
Thresholds, cills and lintels


Technical advice

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