Indian Stone Patio Leeds
Indian stone patios across Leeds and West Yorkshire: a natural, affordable stone in buff, grey and mixed shades that suits modern and period homes alike.
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Indian stone paving in Leeds
As the name suggests, Indian stone mostly comes from India. It's a natural, imported sandstone that has become one of the most popular choices for patios, paths and driveways, because it looks great and is affordable.
Being natural, it has a rustic look that blends into a garden, and it's durable. It is fairly porous, though: untreated, it can absorb water, which can expand in a hard frost. Properly laid and sealed, an Indian stone patio will look good for many years.
Indian stone colours
Indian stone patio installation
Here's a recent patio we laid in Leeds in Raj Green Indian stone, with a step down from the kitchen and patio doors and several steps down to the garden.
Indian stone options
The edges vary depending on how the stone is cut. Sawn slabs have neat edges and an even thickness. Hand-cut slabs vary more in thickness and have rougher edges, which works beautifully for a cottage or rustic look.
Colours range from off-white through sandstone to darker buffs, in single tones or slabs with two shades. A mix of colours and sizes is popular because it gives a patio nobody else has.
Indian stone is also popular for driveways, but driveway slabs need to be thicker to take the weight. If you want the same stone front and back, make sure your contractor isn't using patio-thickness slabs on the driveway. Using driveway-grade slabs everywhere works but costs more than you need on a patio. See our driveways page.
Looking after Indian stone
The only real drawback of Indian stone is that it's porous, which raises the chance of damage after a very cold spell, though it's far from certain. Being natural, it also fades over time, which some people like because it looks more natural still.
A sealant deals with both, protecting the stone from moisture and fading. Sealants come clear or coloured, and a coloured one can enhance the stone. It's easy to apply and only needs redoing every few years.
Indian stone questions answered
Does Indian stone need sealing?
It doesn't have to be, but sealing protects it from water, staining and fading. Reapply every few years.
Can Indian stone be used for a driveway?
Yes, using thicker driveway-grade slabs. Patio-grade slabs aren't thick enough to take the weight of cars.
What is the difference between sawn and hand-cut Indian stone?
Sawn slabs have straight edges and an even thickness for a crisp, modern look. Hand-cut slabs have rougher edges and varying thickness, which suits a rustic or cottage style.
How much does an Indian stone patio cost?
Our guide price is £130 per square metre, so a typical 20 to 40 square metre patio is roughly £2,600 to £5,200. See our paving costs page.
Get a free Indian stone patio quote
Send a couple of photos of the garden with rough measurements and we'll put a price together, or call 0113 519 1919.