HAUTEVILLE

Hauteville Limestone: Blend of Elegance, Performance, and Versatility

Hauteville Limestone stands out as a premium choice for architects, designers, and developers seeking a natural stone that combines classic beauty, durability, and versatility. Sourced from the historic Hauteville region in eastern France—just 500 miles from London—it is a sustainable and elegant option for both residential and commercial projects.

Elegance through the Warm Beige Tones

With its soft, warm beige color, Hauteville Limestone brings ageless sophistication to any space. Its neutral tones complement a wide range of architectural styles, making it a favored choice for both traditional and contemporary designs.

Exceptional Performance

Engineered by nature, Hauteville Limestone offers outstanding performance:

High density
Low abrasion
Low porosity
Frost resistance

These features make it suitable for high-traffic areas, public spaces, and projects exposed to harsh weather conditions.

Remarkable Versatility for Indoor and Outdoor Use

Available in a wide range of textures and finishes, Hauteville Limestone can be used across various applications, including:

Building façades
Interior and exterior wall cladding
Flooring (interior to exterior transition)
Landscaping and garden projects

It is one of the few beige limestones that can be safely used in wet areas such as spas, hammams, saunas, swimming pools, and bathrooms—a rare quality that sets it apart in the market.

Sustainable and Locally Sourced for UK Projects

With its quarry located just 500 miles from London, Hauteville is an excellent choice for UK-based projects aiming to minimize carbon footprint. Compared to more distant European or non-European stone sources, its geographic proximity significantly reduces environmental impact—ideal for eco-conscious architects and developers.

Wide Range of Textures and Finishes

Designers appreciate the creative freedom offered by Hauteville Limestone’s diverse finish options, perfect for customizing both interior and exterior designs. Its low abrasion property and anti-slip finishes makes it ideal for high traffic flooring and public spaces where longevity and resilience are key.

Apart from Honed, it is available in different finishes:

Brushed
Rough Honed
Polished
Flamed
Flamed-Brushed
Bushhammered
Chiselled
Frosted
Grooved
Mulched
Spitted
Split Face

Prestigious Global References

Due to its exceptional performance and timeless appeal, Hauteville Limestone has been used in numerous landmark projects across the globe:

France:

Esplanade du Palais de Chaillot (Eiffel Tower viewpoint), Paris
Gallérie Lafayette Champs Elysées, Paris
National Bank of France, Paris
National Library of France, Paris
U.S. Embassy, Paris
Hotel La Pinède Plage, Saint Tropez

Switzerland:

Historical Museum, Bern
Vaudois Cantonal Bank, Lausanne

United States:

U.S. Capitol, Washington DC
Statue of Liberty, New York
Empire State Building, New York
County Court, New York
Lincoln Memorial, San Francisco
City Hall, Seattle

Other Countries:

Meiji Imperial Palace, Tokyo, Japan
Bernasconi Institute & National Bank, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Escorial Palace, Madrid, Spain

Request Samples or Specifications
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