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A dry stone wall is a stonewall built without the use of mortar. Common use of this method dates back to around 1600 BC however there are examples of dry stone structures which date back around 5000 years. A prime example being Skara Brae which still stands today. Dry stonework’s durability and strength is superior and often will outlast mortared masonry construction.
Dry stone walls are more than just practical boundaries for fields, a dry stone feature can add volumes of imagination and character to your space whilst maintaining a natural and traditional feel.
Reasons why you can trust us with your masonry:
- Reliability. We deliver on time to the highest standard.
- Skills. Simply put, our team have mastered masonry.
- Clear pricing structure. Everything is clear and precise.
- Project management. You will always be kept up to date.
Modern day applications
1. Walls and Features
Dry stone walls, stone seats and benches are a great way to add character to a garden space. When constructing a wall features like benches, follies and garden beds can also be incorporated.
2. Paving and Patios
Dry stone patios are becoming increasingly popular as they look great and are environmentally sound.
3. Fireplaces
A natural stone fireplace can look beautiful in any home. A variety of stone can be used to create a unique and decorative feature.
4. Steps and Culverts
Every set of dry stone steps totally unique. Like other dry stone constructions, each construction is a functional work of art.
5. Terraces
On areas of sloping ground dry stonewalls can be used to form flat terraces. By constructing a retaining wall sloping ground can be converted into a flat garden area. Since dry stonewall does not require mortar it is free draining which makes it the ideal material for a retaining wall.
6. Fountains and Ponds
With a wide range of stone available, we can work on a large array of projects. From simple dry stone pond to grand scale garden developments like fountains, we are able to supply and install the finest dry stone water features.
7. Raised Garden Beds
Dry stonewalls can be translated to the garden and used to create freestanding raised beds. Under close inspection these walls colonised by plant communities, flourishing due to the perfect drainage and shelter that the stone fabric provides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here a selection of the questions that our clients often ask …
They are long lasting (100 – 200 years is common) when compared to other forms of fencing, and often outlast mortared masonry construction. When a dry stonewall does finally fail, it can be rebuilt using the same stone. Dry stonewalls are usually built with local stone, traditionally right from the ground nearby
Dry stone walls use earth as a mortar. Dry stone walls can be made from slate, granite or other types of stone while marble; limestone, travertine, and sandstone are also used to a lesser extent. Hammered granite is supplied as roughly broken blocks. The shapes vary and there is a degree of skill required to fit the stones together neatly when only earth is being used to bind them together.
Typically dry stone walls are at least 500mm (over 18 inches) wide.
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