$ 29.70
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Dimensions: 20" x Random Length x 3/4"
In-Stock: 1194 SF
Provenance: Southern France, Provence
Architecturally, centuries-old abbeys throughout Provence are defined by deep-set arched windows, vaulted galleries, and cloister walkways surrounding tranquil courtyards. Every architectural element speaks to permanence, craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of French stone construction.
Yet beneath these soaring arches, it is often the limestone floor itself that captures the imagination most. Worn smooth by centuries of daily life, these historic stone floors possess a rich patina shaped by time, use, and generations of passage. They invite a simple thought: how wonderful it would be to walk upon such floors within our own home.
Artisanally crafted in France using traditional stone masonry techniques inspired by 18th-century craftsmanship, Abbaye de Provence captures the appearance of the antique limestone floors found throughout the abbeys, monasteries, and religious estates of Provence. Rich fossilization, softened edges, subtle pitting, and a naturally aged patina create a surface of remarkable depth and reclaimed limestone authenticity. Warm limestone hues mingle with cooler ash-gray undertones, producing the visual character of a floor that feels inseparable from the architecture itself—as though it has existed beneath the abbey's arches and cloisters for centuries.
Its timeless character makes it equally at home within French country houses, European-inspired estates, historic restorations, and newly constructed residences seeking the architectural gravitas of an authentic, French reclaimed limestone floor.
This French limestone's warm and cool tonal variation harmonizes beautifully with the natural patina and character of our French oak flooring collections. Together, stone and oak establish the architectural framework that has defined French interiors for centuries.
Recommended Sealer after Installation: Akemi Stain Repellent Nano Effect for French Limestone and Belgian Bluestone Flooring
Cleaning and Maintenance: Vacuum, then clean with Black Soap (Savon Noir) to disinfect, maintain, protect and enhance patina.
