Papillon Honed & Hand Tumbled Limestone features a soft palette of warm taupe and beige, enriched with delicate veining and natural variation that add depth and character. Each piece is hand-tumbled to create gently worn edges, enhancing its organic and timeworn charm. 

Perfect for internal applications, this limestone brings subtle elegance to both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering versatility for floors and walls where warmth and understated sophistication are desired. 

Limestone, an exquisite sedimentary stone, is primarily found in the serene waters of shallow areas in sub-tropical regions of Earth. It possesses a captivating charm expressed through its density, colour variations, and intriguing fossil exposure.

The creation of limestone unfolds in two remarkable ways:

1. Flourishing marine organisms, such as oysters, mussels, clams, and coral, utilize calcium carbonate to construct their remarkable shells and skeletal structures. Upon their demise, these remains amass on the ocean floor, subject to the compaction forces of crashing waves. Through the interplay of sediments and pressure, limestone is born, a testament to nature’s artistry.

2. Nature’s alchemy unfolds as water imbued with calcium carbonate particles gracefully evaporates, leaving behind sedimentary deposits akin to wondrous stalactites and stalagmites. When these ethereal formations emerge along coastal regions, the symphony of water pressure and time collaborates to metamorphose them into the timeless beauty of limestone.

In its natural splendor, limestone’s hues emanate a sense of tranquility, often gracing the world with soft shades of white, tan, or grey. Yet, as it embraces various impurities, it surprises us with subtle nuances. The iron oxide may grant it a warm embrace of brown, yellow, or red, while the caress of carbon could instill an enigmatic allure in blue, black, or grey tones.

Truly, limestone embodies the enduring poetry of Earth’s history, preserving the stories of ancient life in every delicate grain and captivating swirl. Our Papillon Limestone is also an ideal choice for crazy paving, with its organic shapes and tonal variations bringing a natural, free-form elegance to outdoor spaces.