Ceara – Flagstone

Ceara Limestone – Flagstone is a dense, low-porosity limestone supplied in irregular, free-form pieces. Naturally slip-resistant and highly durable, it’s ideal for terraces, pool decks, swimming pools, and both interior and exterior cladding with minimal maintenance.

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Available Sizes

Dia. 20-40 cm.
(2 cm. thickness)

Material & Design Details

Ceara Limestone is a high-quality compacted limestone specifically suited for both outdoor and wet-area applications. Its dense structure and low porosity make it an excellent choice for terraces, pool decks, and even interior swimming pool installations. The stone performs exceptionally well in full sun conditions and does not require a sealer, ensuring low maintenance and long-term durability.

 

Formed in a Sabkha sedimentary environment, Ceara Limestone is composed of lime pellets, fossils, and foraminifers, all cemented by translucent lime cement (sparite). This unique process of sedimentation and cementation results in a tightly packed stone with low permeability and minimal water absorption, significantly reducing the risk of moisture-related issues.

 

The honed finish offers a refined appearance while maintaining a non-slippery surface, making it both safe and comfortable underfoot. Its elegant cream color is derived from iron carbonates naturally present in the stone. Due to the limestone’s minimal permeability, these iron ions remain stable and do not oxidize into unsightly brown stains, even in outdoor environments.

 

Combining technical performance with natural beauty, Ceara Limestone is a reliable and decorative solution for modern outdoor spaces, landscape designs, and poolside applications where durability, safety, and aesthetics are equally important.

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