Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips

Portland Stone Brick Slips for Internal and External Applications

Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips offer the appearance and character of traditional Portland Stone masonry in a lightweight, versatile format. Manufactured from Heritage Portland Stone, these slips retain the natural shell content and creamy white colour that has made Portland Stone one of Britain's most sought after building materials.

Suitable for both internal and external use, Portland Stone Brick Slips provide an ideal solution where full depth stone masonry is impractical, allowing architects, developers and homeowners to achieve the look of natural stone construction with reduced weight and structural requirements.

For online ordering, Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips are available from Stone & Surfaces Direct.

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Why Choose Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips?

Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips deliver the authentic appearance of natural Portland Stone while offering greater versatility than traditional masonry.

Manufactured from Heritage Portland Stone, each slip preserves the natural texture, character and shell content found within the stone. Once installed, the finished appearance closely replicates full depth Portland Stone brickwork.

Brick slips are particularly popular for retrofit projects, timber frame construction, interior feature walls and developments where weight or structural limitations make full depth stone construction impractical.

Key Benefits

• Portland Stone from Dorset
• Authentic natural stone appearance
• Manufactured from Heritage Portland Stone
• Natural shell content adds character and texture
• Lightweight alternative to solid stone bricks
• Suitable for internal and external applications
• Compatible with a wide range of construction methods
• Ideal for retrofit and refurbishment projects
• Suitable for timber frame and steel frame construction
• Matches Portland Stone bricks, cladding and walling
• British sourced natural stone
• Fast installation
• Stock product with quick availability
• Samples available

Product Specification

Material: Heritage Portland Stone

Product Type: Natural stone brick slips

Finish: Sawn

Standard Face Size: 215 x 65mm

Standard Thickness: 20mm

Bespoke Sizes: Alternative sizes and thicknesses available upon request.

Colour: Natural Portland Stone creamy/white.

Natural Characteristics: Contains the characteristic shell content associated with Heritage Portland Stone, creating an authentic natural stone appearance.

Availability

• Stock product
• Fast delivery available

Bespoke Specials

Corner slips and other special components available upon request.

Suitable Applications

External Facades

Create the appearance of full Portland Stone masonry without the need for solid stone construction.

House Extensions

A practical and attractive solution for extensions where natural stone is desired.

New Build Homes

Achieve a premium Portland Stone façade while reducing weight and construction complexity.

Feature Walls

Bring the character of Portland Stone into internal spaces.

Retail and Commercial Projects

Suitable for commercial developments where the appearance of natural stone is required with efficient installation.

Refurbishment and Retrofit Projects

An effective method of adding a Portland Stone finish to existing structures.

Compatible Construction Methods

Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips are suitable for:

• Internal applications
• External applications
• Timber frame construction
• Steel frame construction
• Modular construction
• Refurbishment projects
• Retrofit schemes

Their reduced weight makes them suitable for applications where traditional stone masonry may not be practical.

Installation

Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips can be installed using standard brick slip fixing methods.

Typical Fixing Methods

• Adhesive systems
• Rail systems

Suitable Substrates

• Blockwork
• Concrete
• Cement board
• Insulated render systems

This flexibility allows brick slips to be incorporated into a wide range of modern construction techniques.

The Appearance of Natural Stone Without Full Depth Masonry

Brick slips provide many of the visual benefits of traditional stone construction while simplifying installation and reducing structural demands.

For many projects, they offer an effective way to achieve a Portland Stone finish where:

• Weight restrictions apply
• Existing structures are being refurbished
• Internal feature walls are required
• Timber frame or steel frame construction is being used
• Full depth stone masonry is not practical

Because the slips are cut from Heritage Portland Stone, the finished surface retains the same natural beauty, colour and character as full stone brickwork.

Match with Other Portland Stone Products

Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips pair seamlessly with other Albion Stone products, including:

• Heritage Portland Stone Bricks
• Portland Stone Cladding
• Portland Stone Walling
• Portland Stone Architectural Masonry

This allows designers to maintain a consistent material palette across an entire project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Portland Stone Brick Slips real Portland Stone?

Yes. Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips are manufactured from Portland Stone extracted in Dorset.

Can Portland Stone Brick Slips be used externally?

Yes. They are suitable for a wide range of external façade and cladding applications.

Can Portland Stone Brick Slips be used internally?

Yes. They are frequently used for feature walls, fireplaces and decorative interior applications.

Are corner units available?

Yes. Bespoke corner slips and specials are available upon request.

How are they installed?

They are installed using standard brick slip installation methods, typically with adhesive or rail systems.

Do they match Portland Stone Bricks?

Yes. Because both products are manufactured from Heritage Portland Stone, they create a consistent appearance across a project.

Can they be used around fireplaces?

Yes. Heritage Portland Stone Brick Slips are suitable for fireplace surrounds and feature wall installations.

Are they suitable for timber frame buildings?

Yes. They are commonly specified for timber frame, steel frame and modular construction systems.

What sizes are available?

The stock size is 215 x 65 x 20mm. Bespoke sizes and thicknesses are available upon request.

Can I order a sample?

Yes. Samples are available to help assess the colour, texture and suitability of the product.

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