Why Choose Schist for Your Construction Needs?

Schist, a type of metamorphic rock, is a popular construction material found in abundance in New Zealand's South Island.

One of the distinctive features of schist is the layers of minerals that give it a unique appearance. It is a robust and durable material that can be easily split, making it a practical and attractive option for construction projects.

Schist also blends beautifully with other building materials, particularly wood, adding an element of natural beauty and warmth to any structure.

Whether you're looking to create a feature wall, a fireplace surround, or an entire home exterior, schist is a versatile material that can be adapted to a wide range of applications.

At Alexandra Stone Quarries, we specialize in providing high-quality schist products to meet all your construction needs. Whether you require a small amount of material for a DIY project or a large quantity for a commercial project, we've got you covered.

Contact us today at 027 245 9788 to learn more about how schist can enhance the beauty and functionality of your construction project.

Beautiful Internal Fireplace using Fruitland’s Schist Stone.

Beautiful Internal Fireplace using Fruitland’s Schist Stone

This beautiful stone detailed internal fireplace was put together by Josh O’Connor a stonemason from Stone Creations in Auckland (of which he owns).

A tight stacked stone style was used to create this look with the guillotine 180mm cut fruit lands schist stone cladding from Central Otago.

The Fruitland’s Schist Stone that was used is recessed/raked which has the mortar gently brushed out of the joints, this gives the fireplace more shadow and texture.

In this order Josh was after a bag of stack stone (used for the body of the fireplace) and corner stones which are cut at right angles that allowed for the edge pieces of the fireplace.

This is a fine example of what an experience stonemason can do with the stone provided by Alexandra Stone.

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Fruitland’s Schist Cladding

The client was wanting some blends of greys and brown tones schist stone from Central Otago for his cladding on a residential building in Ashburton.

We supplied our Fruitland's Schist Stone, which is the perfect fit with the cedar.

The Stonemason, Murray Wagstaff has been doing an exceptional job on this project. Using a tight stacked stone style.

Here is a sneak peek at the progress of this excellent stonework.

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