Iron Mountain slate flagstone

Iron Mountain gets its name honestly. It is a slate with a high iron content, and that iron brings out rust tone highlights on a mostly blue-black stone. Some pieces show an occasional metallic rust patina. The earth tone colors help this slate blend with any natural landscape, and it is very durable, which makes it a strong choice for surfaces that get used every day.

Blue-black slate with rust highlights

Most of the surface is blue-black. The rust highlights come from the iron in the stone, and they vary from a light wash to an occasional metallic patina.

Those earth tones are what tie Iron Mountain to its surroundings. It sits well beside soil, bark, boulders and plantings.

A durable stone for hardscape

Iron Mountain is very durable. As flagstone, it suits patios, walkways and stepping paths.

How you set it depends on thickness and base. The flagstone thickness guide explains which pieces are mortared and which can be soft-set.

Planning with Iron Mountain

Walk the yard and look at several pallets, since the amount of rust varies. Bring your measurements and a photo of the house so staff can help with color and quantity.

Flagstone is sold by weight. Call (916) 363-4239 for current stock, and see patio ideas while you plan.

Popular uses

• Dark slate patios
• Walkways and entry paths
• Stepping stones through beds
• Natural landscape settings
• Courtyards