Hemmingway flagstone is a unique oolite coral stone composed of coral, seashells, and oceanic fossils. Each block is distinct, and no two blocks will have the exact same pattern or color. We call it ‘oolite’ because the special mineral formation causes the stone to form endless small rounded bubbles throughout, giving it a soft texture that remains cool in the Florida sun.
Epic Stoneworks quarries our Hemmingway flagstone right here on the South Florida coast. It reminds you of stately Old Florida construction – Florida residents have always built from the natural coral stone that forms our peninsula’s foundation. Embrace the natural benefits of this beautiful oceanic stone with Hemmingway flagstone blocks, paving stones, and beyond.
The Look and Feel of Hemmingway Flagstones
Hemmingway coral stone is creamy in appearance. Hemmingway flagstones are a warm sandy color reminiscent of white sand beaches and breathtaking coral stone caves. The sandy oolite texture provides excellent no-slip traction but feels smooth and a little bit sandy to the touch.
Hemmingway flagstone is known to be surprisingly cool in direct Florida sunlight, one of the many reasons it is favored as a structural stone and as coral stone pavers. Bare feet will be safe on Hemmingway paving stones, neither scorched nor scraped by the ocean’s gift to a seaside building.
It can also be used as a breezy cladding stone to help reflect sunlight and, used correctly, may reduce overall cooling costs. Coral stone is also uniquely breezy, helping to keep the temperature down for both buildings and exterior structures.
