The natural stone portico is an exquisite architectural feature that enhances the entrance of any building, providing both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits. Crafted from high-quality natural stone, this portico serves as a welcoming threshold, seamlessly blending with the surrounding environment while offering a sturdy and durable structure. The roof, elegantly designed to provide shelter from the elements, extends gracefully over the front paving, creating a protected area that invites guests to pause and appreciate the beauty of the entrance.
Supported by robust columns, the portico not only adds a touch of grandeur but also ensures stability and strength. These columns can be intricately designed, showcasing craftsmanship that reflects the architectural style of the building, whether it be classical, modern, or rustic. The use of natural stone not only enhances the visual appeal but also guarantees longevity, making it a wise investment for homeowners and builders alike. The portico can be further customized with ashlar walls, which can be added to enclose the space, providing additional privacy and a sense of intimacy.
Beyond its aesthetic and structural advantages, the natural stone portico serves as a transitional space that enhances the overall experience of entering a building. It creates a defined entry point that can be adorned with decorative elements such as lighting fixtures, planters, or seating, allowing for personalization that reflects the owner's taste. This versatile feature is ideal for residential homes, commercial buildings, and public spaces, making it a timeless addition that elevates the character and charm of any property. With its combination of beauty, functionality, and durability, the natural stone portico is an essential element for those looking to make a lasting impression.
Our stone masons can make your solid stone portico from any of our masonry stones. For renovations or restorations, we stock Sandstone and York Stone, as well as Port Regent limestone, which can be used to replace Portland Stone, and Port Lime, which emulates Bath Stone.
The standard finish for all of our ashlar is a smooth, rubbed face. We are also able to add a hand or machine tooled finish to the surface of the stone in order to change the finished appearance should you require this.
Bespoke Masonry
Rely on our collective expertise and years of experience to shape, finish and create bespoke natural stone marvels to your own requirements.
Benefits of using our Bespoke Masonry Service
Choice Your Stone
Britannia Stone have carefully curated the finest selection of British Natural Stones, all in one place. Each stone type is available in building and masonry product options, for your selection.
Made to Order
We offer a completely bespoke and made to order service, our team of highly skilled stone masons are on hand to bring your vision to life.
Personalised Experience
With a customer centric approach, Britannia Stone provide a tailored and personalised experience...
Bespoke Stone Masonry FAQ
What is the lead time on orders?
On average we advise 3-5 weeks on all bespoke masonry commissions.
Though, this can vary depending on the complexity of the order, size of order, material availability and current work load.
For off the shelf stone products, we advise 1-2 week lead time.
Can we choice our own stone?
Britannia Stone are proud to offer a board range of different stone types from across the British Isles that have been carefully curated over decades to offer the broadest selection of stone colours and textures all in one place.
This curated range of stone types are available to our customers for bespoke masonry commissions.
Can you CAD model our design?
Yes, we can model design concepts on CAD.
Do you deliver?
Yes. We deliver to all postcodes in the UK. For standard deliveries there needs to be enough room for an 26 ton rigid wagon to manoeuvre and for the driver to pull the pallet on to the kerb from the road.
Standard delivery is by manual pump truck and tail-lift. Delivery can only be made to a flat, solid surface. Deliveries cannot be made on grass or gravel.
If you require a crane grab or are unsure whether your address is suitable please contact us at 0114 2061113 or info@britanniastone.co.uk and we will advise you.
Stone Quoins Arched Window made to order. Absolute outstanding service from start to finish, and the craftmanship of the stone is excellent. Happy Customer.
Great stone product and very fast delivery. People always compliment our cobble sett patio.
Reclaimed building stone and architectural stone purchased from Britannia Stone for our house build. Best quality stone we viewed and expectational customer service.
Top quality smooth Yorkshire Stone paving flags made to order from Britannia Stone. Service & delivery both excellent.
Purchased tumbled building stone for a house extension in peak district. Very happy with the quality of the stone and mix of colours to match the property.
Britannia stone were exceptional from start to finish, in supplying custom made natural stone plinths.
