Business Details
11 Years
experience
Premium Caithness Flagstone for Architectural Excellence
Norse Stone specialises in the extraction and manufacture of original Caithness flagstone, sourced from our quarries in the Scottish Highlands. With over 25 years' combined experience, we deliver bespoke stone solutions tailored to architectural, landscaping, and interior design projects. Our team ensures every order meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship, leveraging our deep understanding of Caithness flagstone's unique properties. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, we maintain rigorous quality control throughout the quarrying, cutting, and finishing processes. We serve architects, construction firms, and homeowners globally, offering a comprehensive range of products from paving and building stone to bespoke homewares and memorials.Our commitment to sustainability and innovation ensures we maximise the versatility of this 400-million-year-old natural material. By operating quarries within the renowned Spittal beds, we access the finest grade flagstone available, guaranteeing exceptional durability and aesthetic appeal. Our technical expertise enables precise selection of stone layers suited to each project's specific requirements, ensuring optimal performance and longevity. We provide samples, detailed specifications, and expert guidance to support informed decision-making throughout the design and construction process. With weekly shipments across the UK and internationally, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern precision to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Facing Stone
Sills
Roofing
Dry Stone Paving
Coping
Hearth
Worktop
Memorial
Plaque
Flooring
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years' combined experience in Caithness flagstone extraction
- ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system
- Bespoke products tailored to specific project requirements
- Direct supply from quarries within premium Spittal beds
- Expert technical knowledge of stone layer selection
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
What people say
Pleasure to deal with
Stone for my roof is perfect
No problem was too much
High standard for every product
Exactly what I wanted
Services
Facing Stone
Our facing stone solutions transform building exteriors with authentic Caithness flagstone. This durable sandstone provides striking visual appeal while maintaining structural integrity. Ideal for both heritage restorations and contemporary developments, our facing stone is precision-cut to meet exact specifications. Each piece showcases the natural beauty of this 370-million-year-old material.
Dry Stone Paving
Create timeless outdoor spaces with our dry stone paving systems. This traditional technique requires no mortar, allowing natural drainage while maintaining stability. Perfect for driveways, courtyards, and garden paths, our paving solutions combine aesthetic appeal with exceptional durability. Each installation benefits from our technical expertise in stone selection and laying patterns.
Memorial Monoliths
Craft enduring tributes with bespoke memorial monoliths carved from Caithness flagstone. Our skilled artisans create dignified commemorations that withstand the elements for generations. Available in various designs including wall-mounted plaques, freestanding monuments, and integrated memorial walls. Each piece combines natural beauty with lasting permanence.
Interior Worktops
Elevate interior spaces with bespoke worktops crafted from polished Caithness flagstone. This dense sandstone offers exceptional resistance to wear while maintaining a sophisticated dark finish. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and commercial environments, our worktops combine natural beauty with practical performance. Each piece is precision-finished to exact dimensional requirements.
Roofing Slates
Protect buildings with traditional Caithness flagstone roofing slates. This naturally durable material provides exceptional weather resistance while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Available in various thicknesses to suit different architectural styles, our roofing solutions benefit from centuries of proven performance. Each slate is carefully selected for optimal strength and longevity.
Questions
What is Caithness flagstone?
Caithness flagstone is a Devonian sandstone formed 370 million years ago, renowned for its durability and jet-black polished appearance. We quarry this material from the Spittal beds in Northern Scotland.
Can I get custom-sized stone products?
Yes, all our products are bespoke-made to your specifications. We cut and finish stone to exact dimensions for paving, building, interiors, and memorials.
Do you supply outside the UK?
We ship orders globally. Our quarries in Caithness supply Caithness flagstone to international architectural and landscaping projects weekly.
How do I obtain stone samples?
We provide samples to help you assess our material. Contact our sales team via email or phone to request samples of specific stone layers.
What quality assurance measures do you have?
We maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification, with rigorous quality control throughout quarrying, cutting, and finishing processes to ensure product excellence.
Can you assist with technical specifications?
Yes, our team provides detailed technical information about stone layers, thickness options, and installation recommendations to support your project requirements.
Reviews (3)
Courtenay Morison
Jun 10, 2020
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Ryan and the team were a pleasure to deal with and no problem was too much. The stone for my roof is perfect and exactly what I wanted. Thank you.
Rdi Renewables
Oct 03, 2018
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We design and build renewable systems in the Highlands for estate, commercial and domestic clients. Our wood and mult-fuel stove installations would not be the same without the exceptional product, service and craftmanship the Norse Stone team provides.
Caithness flagstone is local, natural and special to the area. It can be finished in a variety of ways and always complements the surroundings. We love to use Norse Stone's bespoke designs for our stoves but there are many more ways in which it can be used. We were so impressed by the Norse Stone team and their ethos we have it installed at our
Caithness flagstone is local, natural and special to the area. It can be finished in a variety of ways and always complements the surroundings. We love to use Norse Stone's bespoke designs for our stoves but there are many more ways in which it can be used. We were so impressed by the Norse Stone team and their ethos we have it installed at our
Vicki Hazley
Jul 11, 2017
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Have ordered various things from window sills to one off corporate gift pieces. They put a modern twist on this natural material - I love the smooth matt finish. Beautiful stuff and always professional service.