Raven Black Cobblestone

Raven Black Cobblestone blends bold character with natural durability, offering a striking finish for both modern and traditional environments. Its deep charcoal-to-black hues, textured surface, and aged look make it a popular choice for driveways, garden paths, courtyards, and architectural accents. Whether laid in fan, brick, or random patterns, Black Cobblestone delivers a timeless European aesthetic with lasting performance.

Key Features

🔹 Rich black and charcoal shades with natural tonal variation.

🔹 Highly durable and weather resistant for high-traffic use.

🔹 Ideal for driveways, walkways, patios, and edging.

🔹 Compatible with both contemporary and heritage designs.

🔹 Can be laid in multiple patterns for design versatility.

Specifications

🔹 Type of Stone: Natural basalt or granite cobblestone (depending on origin).

🔹 Finish: Split, tumbled, or hand-cut edges

🔹 Panel Sizes: Common sizes include 100x100x50mm, 100x100x100mm, or custom.

🔹 Thickness: TTypically ranges from 40mm to 100mm.

🔹 Metric Weight: : Approximately 90–120 kg/m² depending on thickness.

🔹 Edges: Hand cut or machine cut with slightly irregular surfaces for a rustic finish

🔹 Formation: Igneous stone formed through slow crystallisation of magma.

🔹 Classification:Heavy duty natural stone ideal for paving and external hardscapes

Considerations for Using Raven Black Cobblestone

🔹 Substrate Preparation: Requires compacted base and bedding sand or mortar for stability.

🔹 Load-Bearing Use: Suitable for vehicular and pedestrian traffic when properly installed.

🔹 Drainage: Ensure appropriate slope and drainage beneath surface to prevent water pooling.

🔹 Design Adaptability: Complements stone walls, timber structures, wrought iron, and brickwork.

🔹 Pattern Layout: Lends itself to herringbone, fan, stretcher bond, or random configurations

Care and Maintenance

🔹 Regular Cleaning: Sweep or rinse with water; pressure wash when needed.

🔹 Sealing: Optional sealing helps protect against oil stains and enhances colour depth.

🔹 Joint Care: Maintain joint integrity with periodic sand replenishment or repointing.

🔹 Weed Control: Use polymeric sand or weed resistant bedding to reduce vegetation growth.

🔹 Repairs: Replace individual cobbles if dislodged or cracked without full resurfacing.