Hearths & Fireplaces
O’Connell Stone are proud makers of natural stone hearths. Using our finest limestones, sandstones or marbles, we can make your fireplace hearth to suit your specific requirements. Let our sales team know your ideas and they will be happy to talk you through the best material and finish right for you.
Hearths Collection
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Sanded
The smooth, pale blue-grey colour lends this hearth a sophisticated look, while the faint scoring pattern from the dry sanding process adds texture and depth. This type of finish is typically chosen for its understated, refined quality, as the light pattern from the sanding can catch the light in interesting ways, making the stone look dynamic without being flashy.
Perfect for creating a stylish focal point around a fireplace or hearth, this limestone offers both a classic and contemporary appeal, ideal for those seeking a simple yet striking natural stone feature.
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Sanded Gallery
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Flamed finish
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Flamed Finish offers a textured surface created by exposing the stone to intense heat, causing the surface to "flare" or "pop." This process results in a rougher, more natural look with a slightly uneven texture, giving the hearth a rugged and organic charm.
The flamed finish adds character and depth to the limestone, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a more rustic, earthy aesthetic for their fireplace or hearth area. It provides both durability and visual interest, complementing traditional and contemporary designs alike.
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Flamed finish Gallery
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth - Stonewash
The smooth blue finish is achieved through a traditional dry sanding procedure, where the surface of the stone is gently sanded without the use of water. This technique creates a matte, smooth texture that accentuates the natural features of the stone. The result is a distinctive blue-toned appearance, giving the hearth a rustic yet refined aesthetic. This finish is commonly found in traditional Irish stonework, offering a timeless and elegant look that complements both classic and contemporary settings.
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth - Stonewash Gallery
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Honed
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth with a honed finish has a smooth, matte surface that gives it a refined look. The dark blue-grey to black color range achieved through the honing process brings out the natural depth of the limestone, creating a rich, uniform appearance. The process itself involves using progressively finer grits to smooth the surface, which results in a velvety, satin-like texture without any shine.This finish adds a luxurious and understated elegance to the hearth, making it a perfect choice for both traditional and contemporary settings.
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Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Honed & Enhanced
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Honed & Enhanced features the darkest finish in the Kilkenny Limestone range. This smooth, almost black appearance is achieved by using finer grits during the honing process, which brings out the stone's natural whitish crinoids, adding texture and interest.
To enhance its depth, the hearth is sealed with an intensifier, which not only deepens the color but also provides stain protection, ensuring long-lasting beauty. This finish offers a luxurious, sophisticated look, making it perfect for high-end, contemporary or traditional hearth settings.
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Honed & Enhanced Gallery
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Polished
Kilkenny Limestone Polished Hearth features a high-gloss, reflective surface that enhances the stone’s natural color and texture. The polishing process smooths the stone to a shiny, mirror-like finish, bringing out the depth and richness of the limestone’s color, which can range from dark blue-grey to black with subtle undertones.
This polished finish gives the hearth an elegant, luxurious appearance, perfect for creating a striking focal point in any room. The sleek, refined surface adds sophistication and durability, making it ideal for both modern and traditional interiors.
Kilkenny Limestone Hearth – Polished Gallery
Black Limestone Hearth
Black Limestone Hearths are a timeless and reliable choice for any fireplace. With their natural edges, they evoke a charming country cottage feel, adding warmth and character to your space.
Our professionally cut limestone hearths are custom-made with precision to ensure a perfect fit for your project. Available in two thicknesses, 25mm and 50mm, they offer flexibility to suit various design preferences and structural needs, providing both elegance and durability for your home.
Black Limestone Hearth Gallery
Grey Sandstone Hearth
The rustic charm of grey sandstone, with its natural cut edges, creates a timeless addition to any fireplace. Our custom-made sandstone hearths allow you to personalize each stone to suit your specific requirements, ensuring a perfect fit for your space.
Available in 22mm or 50mm thickness, these hearths offer both durability and elegance, providing a beautiful, natural look that complements a variety of home styles. Ideal for those seeking a unique and enduring feature for their fireplace.
Grey Sandstone Hearth Gallery
Mint Sandstone Hearth
The rustic charm of Mint Sandstone, with its natural cut edges, brings a timeless addition to any fireplace. Our custom-made Mint Sandstone Hearths allow you to tailor each stone to your exact specifications, ensuring a perfect fit for your space.
Available in 22mm or 50mm thickness, these hearths offer both durability and natural elegance, adding a touch of sophistication and warmth to your home. Perfect for creating a unique, lasting focal point in any room.
Mint Sandstone Hearth Gallery
Liscannor flagstone Hearths
Liscannor Flagstone offers a timeless look that complements any home, adding natural beauty and elegance to your space. Our professionally cut Liscannor Flagstone hearths are custom-made with precision to ensure a perfect fit for your project, providing both style and durability.
With its rugged charm and distinctive texture, Liscannor Flagstone creates a striking focal point for your fireplace, enhancing the overall aesthetic of your home. Ideal for those seeking a unique, high-quality feature for their interior.
Liscannor flagstone Hearths Gallery
Golden Breccia Marble
Golden Breccia Marble Gallery
Calacatta Oro Marble
Calacatta Oro Marble Gallery
Calacatta Vagli Viola Marble
Calacatta Vagli Viola Marble Gallery
Carrara Bianco Marble Hearth Marble
Carrara Bianco Marble Hearth Gallery
Verde Aver Marble Hearth
Verde Aver Marble Hearth Gallery
Fireplaces
At O’Connell Stone we offer a personalised service for creating a custom fireplace. Our inhouse team of stonemasons have the capability to design and manufacture your fireplace. The design is mutually undertaken by ourselves and the client, which ensures the ideas of the client are encapsulated. The project conception phase is controlled by us and therefore receives the utmost attention to detail. Using high-quality materials like limestone, sandstone, and marble adds both durability and elegance to the finished product.
Have a chat with our sales team with any fireplace ideas or vision you may have.
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