Marble Paving Leeds

Marble paving

Marble is usually associated with worktops and indoor floors, but it's versatile enough for outdoor use and makes a stunning patio. It's one of the more luxurious and expensive paving options, and well worth the investment.

Marble forms when limestone is transformed by intense heat and pressure, which makes it dense and durable. Other minerals trapped in the rock create the coloured veins and swirls that give marble its look.

Marble paving in Leeds

Marble finishes and colours

Highly polished marble is slippery when wet, which is why it's kept indoors. Outdoor marble paving is usually tumbled or honed, giving a smooth but much less slippery surface that's safe in the rain. Polished marble can be used outside, but treat it with caution when wet.

Colours run from very pale grey and white through to dark charcoal, almost black, all with veins of other shades that make every patio unique. A range can include several sizes and shapes, plus bullnose pieces with a rounded edge for steps and copings.

Looking after marble

Like porcelain, marble is dense, so it's less porous than most natural stone and more resistant to wear, stains and spills. There is still some porosity, so wipe up spills quickly. A regular clean keeps it looking its best and avoids a heavy clean later.

Avoid harsh chemicals such as descalers, bleach and vinegar, which can dull the colour. Water with a mild detergent is enough. For a stubborn stain, use a marble-specific cleaner, or a paste of bicarbonate of soda and water left on overnight.

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