Dijon limestone is a beautiful and timeless addition to your project, whether it be an indoor or outdoor renovation, contemporary or traditional. If you have your heart set on this ever-popular natural limestone tile option, then you may be wondering what different types of Dijon limestone tiles are on offer. With a vast array of sizes, formats and finishes on offer, this guide will help you to fully understand the Dijon limestone collection and decide which type of Dijon limestone tile suits your project and needs the best.
What are Dijon limestone tiles?
Dijon limestone is a type of natural stone, meaning it is naturally occurring and quarried from the earth before being made into tiles and other natural stone products. Being a sedimentary stone, Dijon limestone is formed over millions of years. This makes it particularly dense and hard wearing, as well as meaning it features traces of fossils and other elements such as calcite. This adds to the natural character of each individual tile, providing a unique texture and one-of-a-kind look to each and every Dijon limestone floor.
Dijon limestone features a beautifully neutral tone, with hues varying from pale sandy tones to slightly richer honey shades. This, along with their durability and versatility makes Dijon limestone tiles the perfect choice if you are looking for a natural stone flooring option that features neutral colours and a look that compliments both modern and classic spaces.
Types of indoor Dijon limestone tiles
When it comes to types of indoor Dijon limestone flooring, there are many different sizes and formats on offer making Dijon limestone a perfectly versatile choice for any size, shape or style of room.
For smaller spaces such as bathrooms, utilities or small hallways, there are several different options. If you prefer a free length format, where the lengths of the tiles vary forming a non-uniform bond, then there are the 400mm wide Dijon limestone tiles. This smaller tile size fits well in smaller rooms. Alternatively, you may prefer a fixed 600x400mm tile size, which can be laid in a more uniform ‘brick bond’. You may want to consider the small ‘Opus’ pattern layout as well, which features varying sizes of square and rectangular tiles.
Larger free length, fixed length and Opus pattern sizes are on offer for more expansive areas. These can range up to 600mm wide, providing a great choice for large or open-plan spaces.
You may also be looking for a more decorative Dijon limestone format. The Dijon Manoir limestone tiles make a great choice for creating a quintessential Victorian hallway or bathroom, with dark grey cabochon inserts providing a classic charm.
Then there are the Dijon limestone herringbone tiles, which work beautifully in small spaces and can be laid in a traditional herringbone format, or a brick bond. You can have fun creating unique patterns with these decorative floor tiles, for example a herringbone layout with a border of multiple rows around the perimeter of the room which adds interest and character to your space.
Here you can find a more in depth guide into choosing the best Dijon limestone tile size.
Types of outdoor Dijon limestone tiles
For types of Dijon limestone tiles that can be laid outside, there are also plenty of choices to consider depending on the size, shape and overall style of your project. For larger patios, a 600mm wide free length format provides a fitting size of paver that blends in well to vast expanses. A popular choice is to match these outdoor tiles to the same size inside, creating a seamless transition between your Dijon limestone tiles.
As with the collection of indoor formats, there are multiple types of Dijon limestone tiles that can be used for either smaller spaces, or for a more decorative effect. The Dijon herringbone limestone cobbles come in a 40mm thickness for outdoors, which along with the slightly larger 150mm wide cobbles can be used as a full patio, an edging stone or as a unique and timeless garden pathway option. Due to their 40mm thickness, the Dijon herringbone cobbles are also suitable for driveways, creating an impressive entrance into any property.
For other areas of your outdoor space, there are types of Dijon limestone tiles to cover many different uses. Dijon limestone coping stones are pre-bullnosed and cut to size, making for an elegant solution to finish off walls, raised flower beds or even swimming pools.
The same Dijon limestone bullnosed coping stones can also be used as step treads, with a smaller and larger piece available allowing you to select the right option depending on the size of your project.
Types of Dijon limestone tile finishes
An important aspect to consider when deciding between types of Dijon limestone tiles is the finish. With several different unique variations of finish to select from, this section will break down what to expect with each one.
TUMBLED – A gentle ageing process, softening edges and stone markings. Dijon limestone tiles with a tumbled finish yield a more subtle, pastel-like appearance, with a slightly rustic shape to the edges fitting traditional spaces without looking too distressed.
SEASONED – The Dijon Seasoned finish adds a slight warmth and texture to the surface, being more rustic with the same tumbled edges.
BRUSHED – This finish removes softer parts of the stone, revealing a slightly textured surface, whilst still retaining some smoothness and straight-cut edges, making for a more contemporary and cleaner look.
HONED – Dijon Honed limestone features a smoother appearance with straight-cut edges and more of a sheen compared to other finishes, again suiting modern spaces and properties.
For more information, read our post on Dijon limestone finishes explained.
Dijon Blend limestone tiles
Lastly on our guide through types of Dijon limestone is Dijon Blend. This selection can be thought of as a variant of the regular Tumbled finish. The tiles feature the same edge treatment, with soft tumbling achieved. The difference is that Dijon Blend limestone represents a more tonally and texturally varied option. The Blend is a unique offering at Quorn Stone, providing you a choice of a second selection of tiles to suit a more rustic appearance, whilst also being more cost effective especially for larger areas. You can expect to find greater and more pronounced amounts of fossils, tonal variation, calcite veining and natural texture and pitting compared to the regular tumbled finish. Explore our guide on what is Dijon Blend limestone for further advice on this selection.
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Hopefully this post has helped you in understanding the different types of Dijon limestone tiles and has been influential in deciding which is the best fit for your indoor or outdoor project. If you would like to read further information about Dijon limestone and the process of choosing your new tiles, then we have written a post on things to know when buying Dijon limestone. As ever, for more information on the Dijon limestone tile options discussed, feel free to get in touch and visit the Quorn Stone website.