Bluestone Versus Flagstone: What’s The Difference?

There are many beautiful elements you can add to your home’s exterior that not only increase the equity in your home but drastically increase curb appeal. From natural landscapes to unique design accents, there are options for homeowners with many different styles.

Na Alanui Pohaku Nani, Patio, a me na Kihapai

ʻO kahi ala kaulana e hoʻomaikaʻi ai i ka nani o kou home me kahi ala hele wāwae, patio, a i ʻole ka leo kīhāpai. ʻOiai e koho kekahi e hoʻohana i nā pōhaku lepo a i ʻole ka hoʻolālā ʻāina, ʻo kahi ʻano e loaʻa ai ka kaulana ʻo ka hoʻohana ʻana i ka pōhaku. Eia nā koho ʻelua i makemake ʻia e kā mākou mea kūʻai aku.

Hoʻonui i kou hele wāwae me ka pōhaku hae

ʻO ka pōhaku hae he pōhaku sedimentary i hana mau ʻia me ka pōhaku one i hoʻopaʻa ʻia e nā minerale like me ka silica, calcite, a i ʻole ka hao hao. ʻO ka pōhaku palahalaha he mea kūpono loa ia ma ke ʻano he pōhaku paving a hoʻohana pinepine ʻia no nā ala hele wāwae, patio, a me nā pāhana pā. Hiki ke ʻoki ʻia a hoʻohua ʻia ka pōhaku i nā ʻano like ʻole, e ʻae ai i nā ʻano like ʻole.

Flagstone is known and loved for its rich texture in a broad range of colors – browns, grays, gold, and blues. It’s a great choice for a more rustic look, and it preserves a green and earthy element in your landscaped area.

E hoʻomanaʻo, ʻaʻole i hoʻohana ʻia ka pōhaku hae a i ʻole ka pōhaku ʻulaʻula no ka mea paheʻe loa i ka pulu a hoʻopau koke.

He ʻanuʻu i luna me Bluestone

Many may not know that bluestone is technically a form of flagstone. This sedimentary rock is formed by the fusing of particles deposited by rivers, oceans, and lakes. It typically has a moderately textured surface. Bluestone comes in bluish and gray shades, but ‘full color’ has other tones mixed in.

Bluestone is sturdier. It comes in natural cleft and select grades. It’s a bit more resilient against elements, making it weather-resistant. Bluestone guarantees a classic look, even among plants and other greenery.

The downside of bluestone? It’s a bit more expensive and has a more formal look.

E ʻimi ana i ka Pōhaku no kou Home

If you’re still not sure which stone to use for your landscaping project, think of what your stone will be regularly exposed to. If the stone is near a pool, your best bet is to go with bluestone. It’s important to keep in mind that bluestone is a dark-colored stone that retains more heat than lighter-colored flagstones and can be the more expensive option between the two.

Ke hiki mai i lalo, he mau koho maikaʻi ʻelua a ʻo kāu hoʻoholo hope paha e kau ʻia ma ke ʻano holoʻokoʻa o ka pōhaku. ʻO ke kala kūʻokoʻa o ka pōhaku ʻulaʻula e kū i waho i kahi ʻāina, ʻoiai ʻo nā pōhaku hae kūʻokoʻa e hui pū a lilo i ʻāpana o nā ʻāina.