Grey Porcelain Paving Slabs

Jurassic Grigio is one of the sleek paving designs that are a part of the Jurassic collection. These porcelain garden slabs are the perfect choice for a modern home that will be lovely during both daytime and night-time. Furthermore, as with many other paving slabs, the colours of the slabs will bloom and become more vibrant, giving your garden patio more depth. These mid-grey paving slabs are the best choice for creating a contemporary patio area perfect for entertaining guests. The modern grey colour of the Jurassic Grigio will pair well with a wide range of garden features, including but not limited to sleepers, rockery features, fresh turf, artificial grass, cobble setts and more. This versatility guarantees that you will be able to create a one-of-a-kind garden that is suited to you.  

What is the Difference Between Porcelain and Sandstone Paving?

Whether you are thinking about installing a garden patio on your garden or want to design a paved outdoor dining area, it is not always easy to decide between Porcelain Paving and Natural Stone Paving. Keep reading to learn more about the differences between each paving option so you can make an informed decision.

The most obvious difference between the two pavers is the way they are manufactured. Porcelain Paving is created and developed in factories after which the slabs have designs and colours printed on them, ensuring that there is full control over what each slab will look like. As we have mentioned before, each slab is made from sought-after materials such as Quartz and Pure Clay which are mixed together with other minerals to create hardwearing slabs. These Porcelain patio slabs have been specially designed to porcelain patio slabs that will last you for decades without discolouring.

Porcelain Paving slabs boast both form and function. While they are manufactured they are heated in a kiln where the temperature reaches 1400 degrees Celsius, after which they get put through high amounts of pressure to make sure that the garden slabs are durable and long-lasting and will not show signs of wear and tear any time soon. These slabs are made to endure heavy foot traffic and all types of weather without chipping or discolouring.

On the other hand, Natural Sandstone and Limestone paving slabs are pavers that develop naturally in large pieces that have been around for millions of years. These naturally occurring paving stones are cultivated in Indian stone quarries where they are cut to useable sizes. Natural Sandstone paving slabs enable you to design a garden that is a little more rustic and a call back to gardens that were designed around the 80s and 90s. Many homeowners enjoy the fact that their patio design cannot be replicated because of the nature of Sandstone paving. We think Sandstone looks particularly effective surrounding period properties - it adds to the authentic feeling of such properties.

If you are more focused on installing paving slabs that are more hardy and stable then you may not want to consider Sandstone, especially if Porcelain Paving slabs are an option. As we explained earlier, Sandstone is cut down into smaller pieces, and because of this they become more brittle and runs the risk of cracking much easier than Porcelain Paving - this can also impact the stability of your natural stone patio. Furthermore, please note that Natural stone patio slabs are not UV stable which does mean that they lose the vibrancy of their colours as years go by.

Finally, an important distinction between Natural stone paving slabs and Porcelain Paving is that they require vastly different maintenance, depending on how much work you are willing to put in. When installing Porcelain Paving you have required an extra step that is not needed for Sandstone - priming. By priming the porcelain slabs you are taking away the need to seal them, and the only upkeeping you need to do is to sweep the paved area regularly and jetwash it twice a year. Conversely, natural stone paving slabs need sealing regularly in order to prevent the stones from discolouring. Please take into account that even with careful sealing, your natural stone slabs will fade to a lighter shade over time.  

Buy With Confidence

• Our paving can be purchased in quantities of 5 square metres.
• Please enter the amount of 5 sqm you need (for example 20sqm would be 4 x 5sqm). 
• All of our paving comes in crates which can be easily placed into a van or a garden using a hiab lorry.
• You can choose a free collection from one of our Depots or fuss-free, home delivery.

A Service You Can Rely On

• Our trustworthy service offers prompt delivery to any area in the UK
• Stone Zone is a family-run business that has been well-established since 1998
• Our knowledgeable customer advisors can help you with your purchase
• We pride ourselves on offering a range of affordable garden supplies 

Sample slabs are available in-store, please ask a customer advisor.