Sandstone patios
A sandstone patio typically costs £130–£180 per m² laid on a full mortar bed, so a 25–30m² patio is roughly £3,250–£5,500.
A sandstone patio typically costs £130–£180 per m² laid on a full mortar bed, so a 25–30m² patio is roughly £3,250–£5,500. Indian sandstone is a natural stone that varies from slab to slab and weathers over time, which is much of its appeal next to Rutland limestone and ironstone.
- Per m²
- £130–£180
- Typical patio (25–30m²)
- £3,250–£5,500
- Sealing
- Recommended
- Time on site
- Four to seven days
Our 2026 guide prices where shown. Your fixed price comes in writing after the site visit.
Why sandstone here
Rutland's houses are built of limestone and ironstone, and a natural stone patio sits beside them more comfortably than anything manufactured. Buff, golden and grey sandstones pick up the colours in the walls rather than fighting them.
Each slab differs, so we lay a sample area and sort the slabs for colour before they go down, rather than laying them straight off the pallet.
How we lay it
Sandstone that rocks, cracks or stains was almost always dot-and-dabbed or laid without a primer. Ours goes down on a full wet mortar bed over a compacted sub-base, with a bonding primer where the stone needs it, joints properly pointed, and a breathable sealer at the end.
What you get
- Calibrated sandstone, sorted for colour before laying
- Full mortar bed and a bonding primer where the stone needs it
- Joints pointed, not brushed in
- Sealer applied to keep oil, wine and moss out
The specification
- Ground dug out and levels set
- 100mm compacted MOT Type 1 sub-base
- Full wet mortar bed
- Primer on the back of the slabs where needed
- Pointed joints and sealer
- Five year workmanship guarantee in writing
The kind of finish we build
“Really pleased with my new driveway. Beautifully finished, friendly professional workmen, would definitely recommend and will be using them again for the garden once other renovations complete.”
Driveway — Google review
“Absolutely great guys, job was done in good time and looks brilliant. No complaints, the driveway is immaculate. More work in the near future, thanks again!”
Driveway — Google review
Things people ask us
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Request a site visit
We measure up, check levels and drainage, and send a written proposal with the build-up, the programme and one whole price. No pressure and no follow-up sales calls.