Antique materials and paving stones : buy a piece of history
Antique paving stones hold centuries of memories. They have seen generations of hurried footsteps and leisurely strolls, horses, carts, children running…
At Noblema, discover the authenticity and timeless charm of our antique paving stones. These antique reclaimed materials, paving stones from towns and streets, used for centuries, combine tradition, robustness and elegance, making them an ideal choice for your outdoor landscaping projects.
Antique granite and sandstone paving stones, renowned for their durability and unique aesthetic, will add a touch of authenticity to your driveways, terraces, courtyards and gardens.
These paving stones, with their varied textures and shades, offer unrivalled visual richness. Their surfaces, naturally weathered by time, bring the charm of yesteryear to all your outdoor landscaping projects.
Whether you are looking for an antique, rustic style or are passionate about historical heritage, our antique paving stones will meet your expectations. Their solidity and timeless beauty reflect the craftsmanship that has been passed down through the centuries.
Explore our selection of outdoor paving stones now: city paving stones, driveways paving stones and antique street paving stones, available in sandstone or granite. Then let yourself be inspired by these noble reclaimed materials, which tell a story while enhancing your outdoor spaces.
Our antique granite and sandstone paving stones
Antique paving stones retain the charm of the past. Their surfaces, polished by time, reflect the light of centuries past and present. The beauty of paving stones comes from their imperfections and patina.
At Noblema, discover our selection of reclaimed antique paving stones and be inspired by the history and timeless elegance of granite and sandstone paving stones. We offer a solution that combines aesthetics, durability and environmental responsibility for your outdoor landscaping projects.
Authentic antique paving stones: a variety of sizes and colours
Antique paving stones have witnessed centuries of history and are a reminder of the past. Noblema offers a wide selection of antique granite and sandstone paving stones in a variety of sizes, ranging from small 8×10 cm stones for mosaic laying to large-format stones such as the antique Napoléon® paving stone, with dimensions ranging from 18×18×18 cm to 20×20×20 cm.
We also offer medium-sized reclaimed paving stones in more common sizes, such as 15x15x15 cm and 14x20x14 cm, which are ideal for your paving projects. Our collection includes the iconic Paris® granite paving stones, Lyon® granite paving stones and Versailles® sandstone paving stones, each of which will add a unique touch to your outdoor spaces.
What’s more, these reclaimed paving stones are distinguished by a range of authentic colours, which vary depending on the nature of the stone. The antique granite paving stones offer mixed shades of grey-bronze with a hint of beige and pink, bringing a unique character to each project.
As for antique sandstone paving stones, they feature natural shades of grey, beige, brown and ochre, perfect for creating a warm and elegant atmosphere. Finally, Nord® basalt paving stones are characterised by darker tones, blending black, dark grey and light grey for a look that is both modern and timeless.
Sawn reclaimed setts
We also offer a range of antique sawn paving stones to suit your landscaping needs while retaining the authentic charm of historic materials. Paving stones with a worked surface: with a sawn or sawn and flamed top. These paving stones are ideal for creating a flat surface, facilitating access for people with reduced mobility, while retaining the strength and aesthetics of old stones. These paving stones provide additional comfort for pedestrians and remain passable.
We offer sawn paving stones in various thicknesses :
- Thicknesses from 6 to 8 cm, depending on your aesthetic preferences, you have a choice: you can lay either the sawn side or the weathered side facing up.
- Thicknesses from 9 to 11 cm, you lay the sawn side only.
- We also offer old paving stone heads, in granite or sandstone, with a thin thickness of 2 to 5 cm, weathered on top and sawn underneath. You can choose the visible surface according to your aesthetic preferences.
These thin paving stones are ideal for projects requiring a shallow depth : for example, for terraces, garden paths, or non-traffic areas where the substrate already exists, such as concrete slabs.
These solutions are perfect for developments where the space available is limited to less than 10 cm, while guaranteeing an elegant and practical finish. Our sawn paving stones combine aesthetics and functionality while respecting the authenticity of period materials.
Reclaimed granite or old sandstone edging
Reclaimed kerbs, known as country kerbs or road kerbs, are available in sandstone or granite to match our antique paving stones. These reclaimed materials are often used to create new roads and pavements. They can also be used to create staircases, door thresholds, lintels, palisades, steps, low walls and pool copings for a rustic effect. What’s more, the process of recycling and reusing these old materials helps to conserve natural stone resources.
Antique materials and paving stones for landscaping and urban development
Old paving stones are silent witnesses to a bygone era. Their rough surfaces tell the story of the craftsmen who made them and the patience required to do a job well done.
They are a solid reminder of the passage of time; walking on them is like touching the past.
At Noblema, old paving stones are reused in numerous landscaping and urban outdoor projects. They are available to both private individuals and professionals. For example, private individuals can easily use them to landscape their terraces, courtyards or driveways with reclaimed paving stones, giving their outdoor spaces a unique character. There are many possible applications: kerbs, planters, steps, gutters, low walls, etc.
In addition, these paving stones are also popular with local authorities and professionals for projects involving the renovation of public squares, streets and alleys, and any other outdoor developments requiring the use of reclaimed paving stones. Thanks to their authenticity and robustness, these paving stones are perfect for breathing new life into urban spaces while respecting the history of the location.
Some examples of public spaces renovated with our materials and antique paving stones
- Courtyard of the Palace of Versailles with our Versailles® paving stones
- Quai du Canal Saint-Martin in Paris with our sawn Paris® paving stones
- Carnavalet Museum in Paris with our Napoleon® and Fontainebleau® paving stones
- Les Jardins Extraordinaires in Nantes with our Roi® paving stones
- The grounds of the Grand Hôtel-Dieu in Lyon with our sawn Lyon® paving stones.
In addition, we offer a range of recycled antique kerbs to match our paving stones. Road kerbs and country kerbs, available in granite or sandstone, can be used to create rustic borders, steps or pool surrounds.
Our landscaped garden
We have created a landscaped garden and outdoor showroom covering more than 800 m² in Drumettaz-Clarafond in Savoie, featuring all our recycled antique paving stones. This layout allows you to better visualise the end result once the paving stones have been laid. Our landscaped garden is open to businesses and the public 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Please note that for a guided tour and personalised advice, please make an appointment on 04 79 88 88 88 or 06 11 14 71 67.
- Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 12.30pm and from 1.30pm to 6pm
The Noblema team is at your disposal to advise you on technical and aesthetic matters.
