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Timeless Brick Format: Cathedral Classic 20 x 40cm

A tumbled natural limestone in a versatile 20 x 40cm brick — Cathedral Classic from Hyperion Tiles, your official Fired Earth stockist.

With its soft cream and beige tones, tumbled edges and gently worn surface, Cathedral Classic recalls the quiet grandeur of an old ecclesiastical floor. The 20 x 40cm rectangle is perfect for elegant brick-bond and herringbone arrangements.

Quarried from solid limestone, this is a porous natural stone that must be sealed. Once protected it offers durable, characterful flooring across internal and external walls and floors.

Specifications

Product Name: Cathedral Classic 20 x 40cm

Brand: Fired Earth

Material: Natural Limestone (quarried stone)

Finish: Tumbled (tumbled edges, softly finished surface; small natural pits possible)

Colour: Classic (light cream & beige limestone tones; moderate–significant variation)

Tile Size: 20cm x 40cm (200mm x 400mm), 2cm thick

Rectified: No (calibrated natural stone; ±2–3mm)

Suitability: Internal & External Walls & Floors, Wet Rooms, Underfloor Heating (seal before use)

Frostproof: Frost-resistant once correctly sealed

Slip Resistance: Not rated

Sealing: Required — porous natural limestone; seal before grouting and after laying

Sold By: The Tile — 12.5 tiles per m² (0.08m² per tile)

Tile Weight: 3.70kg

Installation & care

Installation & care

  • Sealing (essential): This is porous natural limestone. Seal with a quality impregnating stone sealer before grouting and again after laying, and reseal periodically to guard against staining.
  • Adhesive & Grout: Fix with a flexible white or natural stone adhesive and a soft, tonal grout. Avoid acidic or strongly cementitious grouts, which can mark limestone.
  • Cleaning: Sweep and mop with a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Never use vinegar, bleach or abrasive products, which will etch and dull the stone.
Samples

Tone, glaze and veining all read differently in your own light. Cut samples are free — sample postage is £4.99 (£8 for Original Style) and we refund it on tile orders over £50 with the code we email you. Our family-run team is happy to check quantities and finishes with you on 01344 620211.

Delivery

In-stock orders are dispatched within 3–5 working days, with express options available. Special-order and made-to-order ranges carry their own lead time, shown on the product page and confirmed when you order. Pallet, slab, large-format and bathware orders travel on a specialist off-load service — we confirm the timescale and book a date that suits you before dispatch.

Delivery is calculated at checkout from your order and postcode (we do not offer showroom collection) and UK delivery is free on orders over £1,000 on most ranges. For pallet deliveries please tell us about access issues in advance — low trees or bridges, narrow roads or gateways, gravel drives, or no turning or unloading space — as a re-delivery charge may apply if we cannot complete delivery.

When your order arrives

Please check your delivery as soon as it arrives. Once goods are unloaded they become the responsibility of the receiver, so if anything isn’t right, contact us within three working days and we’ll put it right quickly.

Returns

Unused, complete orders can be returned within 14 days of delivery; as tiles are picked and packed to your quantity, a restocking fee of 20–30% applies depending on the range. Fired Earth ranges are returned through Fired Earth’s own returns process, and special-order items are non-returnable unless damaged on delivery or faulty. Ordering a free sample first is the simplest way to avoid a return.

Product Frequently Asked Questions

How many tiles will I need?

Measure the area you're tiling in square metres, then multiply by the tiles-per-m² figure shown in the specification for your chosen size. We always recommend ordering around 10% extra for cuts and wastage — a little more for diagonal or patterned layouts. If you'd like it checked, our Ascot team is happy to work it through with you on 01344 620211.

Can limestone tiles be used on floors as well as walls?

Yes — natural limestone is suitable for both interior walls and floors and wears beautifully over time. It's a popular choice for hallways, kitchens and living spaces, where its soft, natural tones bring warmth and a timeless, characterful finish.

Do I need to seal limestone tiles?

Yes. Limestone is a natural, porous stone and should be sealed with a quality impregnating sealer before grouting and periodically thereafter. Sealing is especially important with limestone to guard against staining and water marks, and we're happy to recommend a suitable product for your installation.

Is limestone suitable for bathrooms and wet areas?

It is — limestone works well in bathrooms and wet areas once properly sealed and maintained. As limestone is sensitive to acids, we'd recommend avoiding acidic or abrasive cleaners and wiping up spills promptly to keep the surface looking its best.

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