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Porphyry steppers are extremely hard wearing and durable making them ideal for any form or external paving.
Description
Porphyry Steppers are hand-split Italian porphyry in an irregular format sized for use as individual stepping stones. Each piece runs approximately 400-600mm across with a natural split face finish - thinner than the Castlemaine slate steppers at 20-40mm, but porphyry's exceptional density means they bed firmly and handle regular foot traffic without flexing or cracking.
The irregular shape and full natural colour range of porphyry - purples, reds, greens and greys - make these steppers well suited to garden pathways set into lawn or gravel, as well as informal alfresco approaches and pool surrounds where a more relaxed, organic layout is preferred over coursed paving. The split face surface provides reliable grip without any additional treatment.
Porphyry Steppers pair naturally with the crazy paving and cobble formats from the same range, allowing consistent material across a project where steppers transition into broader paved areas.
Porphyry steppers go hand in hand with Poprhyry crazy paving - See the full range of Porphyry
Sizing
Approximately 400-600mm long x 400-600mm wide and 20-40mm thick.
Technical Resources
FAQ's
What size are porphyry steppers?
Porphyry steppers are approximately 400-600mm long by 400-600mm wide and 20-40mm thick. They're hand split from Italian porphyry, so each piece has an irregular shape and a natural split face. Sizes vary from piece to piece.
How are porphyry steppers sold?
Porphyry steppers are sold individually, priced per piece. Work out how many you need from the length of your path and the gap you want between each stone, then contact our team for a quote.
Where are porphyry steppers used?
They suit garden pathways set into lawn or gravel, informal alfresco approaches and pool surrounds, anywhere a relaxed, organic layout works better than coursed paving. The natural colour range of purples, reds, greens and greys blends well with planting. They also pair with our porphyry crazy paving and cobbles where a stepping path leads into a wider paved area.
Are porphyry steppers suitable for vehicles?
Yes. Porphyry is exceptionally dense and hard wearing, so steppers handle regular foot traffic and vehicles without flexing or cracking, even at 20-40mm thick. The split face also gives reliable grip without any added treatment.
Do porphyry steppers need to be sealed?
Sealing isn't required, but we recommend it. Porphyry will hold its appearance without any surface treatment, though a sealer helps protect against staining and makes cleaning easier. Our Installation & Maintenance Guide covers sealing and ongoing care.
What is the embodied carbon of porphyry steppers?
Porphyry has a published EPD figure of 27.73 kg CO2e per tonne, measured cradle to gate. The stone is split and cut mechanically with no kiln firing or cement, which keeps its figure well below typical values for concrete, clay and porcelain pavers. Read the full breakdown in Porphyry Paving and Embodied Carbon: What the EPD Tells You, or ask our team for a copy of the EPD.
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