What Is Flagstone?

Flagstone is a natural, landscaping, sedimentary stone that is a mix of quartz and feldspar. They come in various colors depending on other elements and materials mixed in, like calcite, silica, and iron oxide. The way it forms creates a flat stone that is usually square or rectangular with some irregular angles. This flat feature of flagstone makes them very popular to use and one of the first things landscapers point you to for many building and landscaping projects, such as flagstone patios, walkways, and retaining walls. Rock & Block Hardscape Supply holds a vast selection of flagstones of various colors, textures, and sizes to select from, and there is certainly one that will fit the needs of your yard.

If you’re still unsure, below are several additional reasons flagstone is highly praised.

Easy to Work With

Due to how flat it is, it’s no surprise that flagstone is one of the easiest materials to work with. It is even recommended over brick and tile. Where tile and brick require cement or mortar to hold them in place, that’s not necessary with flagstone, as it can be laid on sand or crushed stone. You can even allow grass to grow between the gaps when applying flagstone. They can even be used to build walls by stacking the flagstone on top of one another, creating a great retaining wall or garden border.

Flexible Designs

Because of how it is formed, flagstone comes in many colors, shapes, sizes, and even thicknesses. Many landscaping stores sell them in white, pink, red, gold, blue, brown, orange, and gray, all of which are naturally occurring, with no additional color additives or paint. With so many options, you can thumb through plenty of home and garden magazines and find inspiration to use this beautiful flagstone. No flagstone patio looks exactly the same! Some companies even offer free ‘how to’ courses on how to lay and use flagstone to its fullest potential! 

Low Maintenance

You barely have to do anything to keep flagstone looking great. It hardly needs to be treated or cleaned, and moss and mold won’t grow unless confluence occurs too frequently. Due to their easy installation, concrete and mortar aren’t required either. In fact, they’re so simple to install that if one of them breaks, it can easily be replaced by simply taking it out and placing a new one in.

Naturally Textured

One thing to pay extra close attention to is the texture of the walkway as it is built. It would not be good if someone slipped on a surface if it got wet. Surfaces can become moldy and stay slippery after rain as well. Fortunately, flagstone’s natural rough texture makes it a non-slippery surface to walk on.

Durable and Long-Lasting

Flagstone is a natural stone formed by being compressed with rocks over hundreds of years. If this isn’t enough to crack or break flagstone, then very few other forces can. It certainly won’t break down from foot traffic or children playing in the yard. Many structures made from flagstone have stayed standing even after years of use, and it is doubtful that a flagstone patio or walkway will need to be replaced in one’s lifetime.

Permeability

One of the main concerns contractors address when building any new surface is the effect on runoff and water pooling in your yard. For example, if too much concrete is used, managing runoff is harder since the rainwater won’t have many places to go. Flagstone can help address this problem and help your property maintain its permeability. Water can easily seep into the soil between the flagstones, meaning you won’t have to worry about dealing with runoff.

In Conclusion

Flagstone is a fantastic rock with many uses for your yard and property. They can be used to build walkways, retaining walls, patios, free-standing walls, and other structures. With so many advantages flagstones can provide, there are very few disadvantages that can discourage homeowners from purchasing them.

Rock & Block Hardscape Supply is a top supplier of all kinds of flagstones, with many colors, sizes, and shapes to choose from. Our incredible experts will provide you with all the expertise and assistance you need for your next project. Not only can they provide a selection of natural rock and flagstone, but there are also many other materials and products at our in-store locations or online. 

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