With today’s technology, the stone industry can provide thinner paving sawn @ 2” for a dry/sand base or wet/concrete based installation. Whether stone or concrete, new pavers are symmetrically cut and allows for a very tight joint (hence the term interlocking paver) in order to function properly. These pavers have flat, vertical sides that allow for tight joints in a predictable setting bed.
Historic, antique reclaimed cobblestone vary in size (+/- ½”) because they were hand split, not machine-cut, hundreds of years ago. In addition, the surface areas have worn unevenly, the most uneven with granite and more flat with sandstone. The most foot friendly reclaimed antique cobble is a type we call “Historic Sidewalk Cobble”. The uniqueness of each cobble is part of the genuine charm and is the reason that natural, old antique cobblestone is so appealing! With the added feature of saw-cutting or slicing the antique cobble into a thin paver, the options and uses are greatly expanded! Thin antique pavers can be used for interior flooring and wall veneer in addition to traditional use outdoors on walkways, driveways and courtyards!
6″x6″x 2-4cm antique reclaimed sandstone cobble
For installation, it is critical to understand that installing a sawn or sliced antique cobblestone paver on a sand base is not recommended due to its irregularity and inability to attain tight joints. There are no flat sides on an antique cobblestone. However, an antique cobble in a thin paver for wet setting on a concrete/mortar base, is a wonderful combination of look and function!
Historic European Cobblestone® is a grand collection of reclaimed antique cobble and curb we exclusively import from Europe. Six different sizes are consistently reclaimed in both granite or sandstone. Sizes range from small cubes 3″-4″, to large 5″x5″x5″, 6″x6″x6, 7″x7″x7″ squares and two rectangles: 4″x6″x6″, and 5″x8″x6″ all available in their original full height – or – the larger sizes ‘sawn’ or ‘sliced’ thin @ 5cm for a paver installation!
Right now, we are offering a special price on thin paver in two sizes (6″x6″ and 5″x8″) in antique sandstone that has been pre-sawn @2-4cm and is ready to go! See images of these beautiful thin antique pavers below! We’re eager to move this inventory to make room for more reclaimed cobble due to arrive for the busy summer season.