Flagging or flagstone describes a natural stone material (either irregular or pattern) that is primarily used for pathways or patios.  Utilizing stone products in these applications allows the natural beauty and color variations to be highlighted.

There are many options in color, texture and overall size from one flagstone to another.  In some cases, it is the natural tendencies of the stone which determine its best and desired use.  For example, the characteristics of Bluestone cause it to absorb heat from the sun and become very hot.  As a result, some people find this characteristic of Bluestone undesirable for certain applications (ie; such as pool patios that are exposed to full sun and that regularly have people walking in barefeet).

Many stone types are able to be utilized as flagging such as; Bluestone, Tennessee, Norwegian Buff, Bronte, Brownstone, Limestone, Travertine, and quartzite.   Of course, there are others – but these are some of the most predominantly used.

Generally, flagging is either installed in irregular or pattern.  Both of these options can be installed wet layed (in a mortar bed) or dry layed (in a sand bed).  It is the thickness of these stones that generally determines the installation method.

This design gallery focuses on the types of stone utilized for flagging and the installation methods. From Travertine and quartzite to irregular, dry layed Bluestone , this sampling highlights just some of the many options of flagging available.

To open the gallery, click on any of the photos.  Once the photo has opened, scroll over the photo with your mouse to find the "next page" and "previous page" arrows.  With these arrows you can browse through all of the photos in the gallery.