Scotch Buff
In the building trade it’s usually referred to as Scotch Buff Sandstone.
Type: Sandstone
Colour: Buff / light yellow / pale brown
Texture: Slightly grainy because it’s made from compressed sand grains
Common use: Walling stone, copings, lintels, masonry
Why the name “Scotch”
The name normally refers to Scottish sandstone, which historically came from quarries in Scotland and was widely used in UK construction. Many suppliers still use the term Scotch Buff for buff-coloured sandstone even when it’s sourced elsewhere.
Scotch Buff is a buff coloured sandstone known for its warm, natural tones and traditional appearance. The stone typically ranges from pale yellow through to light golden shades, giving it a soft and established look once installed. Its natural texture and subtle colour variation make it a popular choice for walling and coping stones where a classic stone finish is required. When used as coping stones, Scotch Buff sandstone provides a durable and attractive top to garden and boundary walls while helping to direct rainwater away from the masonry below. As with all natural stone, slight variations in colour and texture should be expected, giving each piece its own individual character.
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Twice Weathered Coping – Scotch Buff Sandstone
Scotch Buff twice weathered coping, quarried in Scotland. Designed to throw water both sides for even drainage. Natural buff tone with a clean, traditional finish. Accurate sizing. Straightforward to install and made to last.
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Once Weathered Coping – Scotch Buff Sandstone
Scotch Buff once weathered coping quarried in Scotland. Single fall to throw water away from one side, ideal for boundary walls and runs against buildings. Warm buff sandstone with natural variation. Made to consistent sizes. Easy to lay and built to last.
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Flat Coping – Scotch Buff Sandstone
Scotch Buff flat coping quarried in Scotland. Clean, level finish with a warm buff sandstone colour and natural variation. Ideal for garden and boundary walls where no fall is needed. Made to consistent sizes. Easy to lay and built to last.
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Chamfered Edge Coping – Scotch Buff Sandstone
Chamfered edge Scotch Buff coping, quarried in Scotland. Clean finish with a softened edge and natural buff tone. Accurate sizing. Straightforward to install and made to last.
