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Lueders Limestone

Limestone is one of the most popular and usable dimension stones available. Limestone has a uniform texture and grade that weathers naturally over time, gaining a natural patina and improving in appearance over time. While subtle color and grain variations are present within a deposit, limestone is actually very homogeneous for a natural product.

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A sedimentary rock made up of calcium carbonate, calcium and/or magnesium, limestone is formed when layers of minerals (particularly calcite), fine sediment, and the skeletons and shells of marine organisms undergo lithification, i.e. loose, unconsolidated sediment is turned into solid sedimentary rock.

Why you should consider limestone:

  • Limestone has a uniform texture and grade.

  • Limestone weathers naturally over time. 

  • Limestone’s appearance improves with age. Its colors become more mellow, blending into an appealing natural patina.

  • Limestone is extremely homogenous for a natural product, though subtle color and grain differences are present.This is important for current projects and their future expansions.

  • Limestone can be split in any direction, and cut or carved into a broad array of shapes and sizes, sawn, planed, turned on a lathe or hand-worked into everything from simple pavers to demanding architectural designs.

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