Bluestone Alternative

July 2, 2024 | Blog

5 Reasons to Choose SEAHAZE SEA Limestone over Pennsylvania Bluestone

Are you dreaming of a beautiful pool deck, patio, or outdoor space? The Bluestone alternative, SEAHAZE SEA Limestone (blue-gray color), and PA Bluestone offer a timeless aesthetic. Particularly, regarding functionality, staying cooler in direct sunlight, and its lower price point, the SEAHAZE SEA Limestone takes the lead. Here’s a breakdown of 5 key differences to consider:

Temperature Control:

Pennsylvania Bluestone: Has naturally higher metal content (which conducts heat) turning your paver into a natural heat sink. The surface is uncomfortably hot underfoot on sunny days.
Blue Gray Limestone: Its lower natural metal composition keeps the stone cool even in direct sunlight. Consequently, providing a more comfortable walking surface, particularly for pool decks and patios.

Chemical Resistance:

Pennsylvania Bluestone: Reactive to chlorine and salt, common in pool areas and winter de-icing.
Blue Gray Limestone: Composed primarily of calcium carbonate, chemically inert, and resistant to damage from these elements.

Installation:

PA Bluestone: Uneven cuts and varying thicknesses are often due to basic/outdated sawing techniques, leading to a time-consuming and challenging installation process.
Blue Gray Limestone: Produced on high-precision marble tile lines, Limestone boasts perfectly squared and calibrated pieces, ensuring a faster and more straightforward installation.

Cutting and Finishing:

Pennsylvania Bluestone: With slate-like layering and/or striations, its composition can cause chipping and flaking during cutting, resulting in waste and a less polished look.
Blue Gray Limestone: Free from layering and striations, Limestone’s more homogenous composition cuts effortlessly and cleanly, minimizing chipping & waste and creating a flawless finished product.

Design Flexibility:

Pennsylvania Bluestone: Limited availability in large formats restricts design options for expansive features like slabs or large pavers.
Blue Gray Limestone: Comes in impressive sizes, including full slabs up to 10 feet and large pavers (24″x36″ large pavers and even up to 36″x36″ or 48″x48″). This opens doors for creative designs incorporating grand steps, feature walls, and stunning outdoor kitchens or countertops.

In conclusion, SEAHAZE SEA Limestone (blue-gray) offers a cooler, more durable, and easier-to-install alternative to PA Bluestone. Its superior chemical resistance and a much wider range of format sizes make it the perfect choice for creating a beautiful and functional outdoor space that reflects your unique vision. Contact us for pricing!