Baton Cladding

Limestone cladding involves applying stone pieces or tiles that have a sawn flat back to the interior or exterior walls of buildings for decorative and protective purposes.

Yes, limestone cladding is suitable for both interior and exterior applications, offering versatility and durability for various architectural designs.

Limestone cladding offers comparable durability to other materials and falls within a mid-range to high-end pricing category.

Considerations include durability, aesthetic preferences, maintenance needs, budget, and compatibility with other materials.

Limestone has environmental considerations such as quarrying impacts, however sustainable practices can mitigate these effects. Raw blocks are processed and cut to size in our stone manufacturing facility in Seaford, Victoria which is powered by solar. We use recycled water where possible. We only supply Australian limestone which reduces the impact of transportation on the environment.

Australian limestone 99.99% silica free making it safer to work with other types of natural stone or engineered alternatives. We recommend avoiding the inhalation of dust while working with any type of stone for a prolonged period of time.

Limestone cladding is installed by applying adhesive (i.e. Mapei Keraflex Maxi S1 or equivalent) to the back of each panel or tile and securing them onto the prepared surface. This is followed by grouting and optional sealing for added protection against stains and moisture penetration.

In addition, for cladding application above 1.5 metres we recommend applying mechanical fixings in combination with the adhesive. A mechanical fixing could be in the form of "Stone clips", shelving angles or other fixing methods. https://stoneclip.com/. See our installation guidelines for further information.

Limestone isn't structural; use with framing and brick ties as per industry standards.

Our limestone walling features backs sawn to a smooth finish for easy application. (Note: Edges may require shaping for desired finish.)

Masonary walls (bricks walls), fibre glass stone sheets (i.e. James Hardie Easylap or BCG Stone sheet - per their specification) that attached securely to a structurally sound wall to hold the weight. Above 1.5 metres mechanical fixing should be applied. We recommend consulting your builder and follow Australian building guidelines in application.

Yes, limestone cladding can be customised in size, shape, thickness, finish, and colour to meet specific design needs.

We offer a range of coloured mortars and adhesives to match your purchase.

We recommend limestone is sealed every 7 years with 1-2 litres of sealant applied to every 1 square metre of limestone cladding. For the best protection we recommend using LIMEPROTEC. This is available in 15 litre containers at Limestone Australia.

Continuous dampness may cause limestone discolouration. We recommend cladding being sealed with LIMEPROTEC and to be reapplied every 7 years. Limestone should not be exposed to constant flow.

Maintenance typically involves regular cleaning to remove dirt and debris, along with periodic resealing to safeguard against staining and moisture.

We provide local and interstate delivery direct to your project for all our products Australia wide.