Buisson is an elegant French limestone distinguished by its warm beige and cream tones, offering a timeless aesthetic for high-end architectural projects. Originating from quarries in France, this sedimentary stone features a fine-grained, homogeneous texture that provides a smooth and refined surface. The subtle natural variations enhance its organic beauty, making it a versatile choice for both interior and exterior applications. Architects and designers often select Buisson limestone for flooring, wall cladding, and staircases where durability meets sophistication. It is available in various finishes, including honed, polished, or brushed, to suit specific design requirements. At Marmi di Carrara srl, we supply this premium French limestone in blocks and slabs ranging from 2 to 3 cm, alongside custom cut-to-size solutions. Clients can review photos of actual slabs before purchase to ensure consistency and quality.
Petrographic description
This is a fine-grained, homogeneous limestone of sedimentary origin. It typically exhibits a compact texture with no visible veining, characterized by consistent bioclastic or micritic composition typical of French quarries.
Buisson is a Limestone quarried in France, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICFRLS02821. Its dominant tone is beige & cream.
Like every limestone, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: honed, brushed, sandblasted, bush-hammered, split-face. Typical applications: interior and exterior floors, façades, pool surrounds, garden design, carved elements.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
FAQ
Is Buisson suitable for outdoor use?
Limestone: suitable for façades and paving in temperate climates with a honed, brushed or bush-hammered finish. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Buisson per m²?
Indicative price from €80/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Buisson shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
