If you are planning a natural stone project for your home or yard, you may have been looking at the different stones available for your project. Two of the most common stones used are fieldstones and flagstones, both widely available through quality landscape supply stores. So what is the difference between these two varieties? While both can be used to create unique and beautiful structures, each has its own merits and the difference lies in how they are cultivated.
Fieldstones
As their name suggests, fieldstones are retrieved from fields and other areas, occurring naturally in many regions. These are individual stones in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Fieldstones are valued for the unique and intriguing aesthetic appeal they can lend to fireplaces, retaining walls and other structures. However, they can be used in many other natural stone structures, as well as used as decoration in gardens and in landscaped yards.
Flagstones
Unlike fieldstones, flagstones are usually harvested from rock quarries from the layers of sedimentary rock. These stones are usually flat and cut into slabs of similar color, making them perfect for project requiring a level surface. Many beautiful patios, sidewalks and even flooring are made from flagstone. The slab formation of flagstones makes them great for any linear project.
In some projects, a combination of both types of stones may be used to add different textures and colors. An outdoor fireplace may have fieldstones mortared for the mantle, yet use flagstones for the base and fire pit.
Fieldstones and flagstones can come from many different regions, but some of the most beautiful varieties are from Tennessee. For your next project using natural stone, talk to your local landscape supplier about ordering either flagstone or fieldstone from Tennessee to add the highest level of quality and beauty to your finished project.
Posted on behalf of:
Alliance Stone
5420 Campground Rd
Cumming, GA 30040
(404) 759-0617
