Please note that the colour of Portland Stone may vary across different computer monitors due to variations in display settings. This photo highlights the typical shell content within each individual bed. To gain a better understanding of the typical colour and surface texture of Portland Stone, we recommend visiting our factory in Portland to view the panels in person

Basebed

Shell Content

Contains small grey shell fragments.  As we mine towards the Bowers site, we are starting to see more shells in the current mine production, but it remains the cleanest Portland Stone currently being produced.

Shell Distribution

The shell fragments are normally evenly distributed across the stone, but there are concentrations of shells in some stones that give a mottled appearance as it dries out following manufacture.

Texture

Very tight texture making it ideal for fine carvings & mouldings as well as detailed masonry & cladding

Colour

Typical Portland colour, creamy/white.