Lueders Limestone

Founded in 1999, Continental Quarries was established to supply Lueders Limestone for the Continental Cut Stone Fabrication Mill. As production quickly ramped up, the company expanded its operations to serve projects beyond internal needs. Today, Continental Quarries operates two quarries in Lueders limestone, Texas.

 

 

 

 

Lueders Limestone smooth

Lueders Limestone rough texture

Lueders Roughback-Outer portion of the raw block 

 

 

Lueders Limestone block

Lueders Splitface – core color after the roughback layer has been removed

 

 

 

Why Lueders Limestone

Durability

Lueders limestone is a highly durable stone that can withstand harsh weather conditions, making it ideal for both interior and exterior applications. Its toughness ensures that it holds up well over time, resisting wear and weathering.

 

Aesthetic Appeal

Lueders Limestone has a natural, attractive appearance with a range of colors, from light tans to golden hues, that can enhance the visual appeal of a building. It also has a smooth texture, which makes Lueders Limestone easy to carve or shape for decorative purposes.

 

Sustainability

Like many natural stones, Lueders Limestone is a sustainable material. Lueders Limestone is quarried with minimal impact on the environment, and its long lifespan makes Lueders Limestone an excellent option for long-term construction with minimal maintenance.

Historical Use

Lueders Limestone has been used historically in many significant buildings, especially in the southwestern United States, lending it a timeless, classical aesthetic. The long history of Lueders Limestone adds a sense of tradition and permanence to any structure built with it.

 

Lueders Limestone Color

Lueders Limestone quarry block

Understand the color range – Roughback is the outer portion of the raw block. (Similar to the bark of a tree) It is sliced away from the core of the stone. There can be a wide range of light tans, rust, browns, etc. 1 control sample is not ample when serving up natural stone in your design.

 

Understand the color range of Lueders Limestone. The core of limestone Lueders once the roughback is removed typically ranges from light gray to buff gray. This makes Lueders Limestone an excellent choice for exterior and interior applications in both vertical and horizontal uses. Among Texas stones, Texas Lueders Limestone stands out with the highest PSI, around 6,000–7,000 in compressive strength, along with low absorption. It is a medium-density natural stone.

A special note about Lueders CHARCOAL Limestone: this distinctive tone comes from select layers deep within the quarry, where the stone has absorbed natural hydrocarbons over time. These “oil-soaked” layers give the stone its dark appearance.

The Charcoal, not to be confused with Lueder Buff gray and gray Lueders Limestone, will lose the dark gray color. Based on past performance, we do not recommend Charcoal Lueders for exterior applications. The charcoal coloration is not colorfast  exposure to elements like sun and rain can cause the color to lighten and the material to degrade over time.

For more detailed guidance or project-specific recommendations, please contact our office.

 

Lueders Limestone core samples

Finishes

Veneer

Lueders Limestone wall

Lueders Roughback – sawn top and bottom chopped ends 4′,6′,8* Ashlar Pattern

Lueders Limestone panels

Lueders Splitface – Sawn Top and Bottom random lengths, Running Bond Pattern

 

 

Lueders Limestone cladding

Lueders Roughback – Random chopped 4″,6″,8* Ashlar Pattern

 

 

Lueders Roughback Splitface Mix- sawn top and bottom, chopped ends 4”, 6”, 8” Ashlar Pattern

 

 

The Process

Personal attention is given to all orders by our experienced staff. The tools of the trade range from precision chisels to heavy machinery for a job that eliminates waste, increases precision, and expedites finished product. At Lueders Limestone facilities, we are constantly improving methods to enhance quality. By investing in advanced Lueders Limestone technology, we reduce costs and improve results. Our team ensures every Lueders Limestone project meets the highest standards, while focusing on efficiency and value. Customers trust Lueders Limestone for durability, expertise, and reliable service.

Landscape Material

Quarry Block

Thin Ledge Block
Varying in thickness from 10″ to 14″.
These blocks are available in a range of
sizes. Well suited to be used in landscape and rough stone application.
Lueders’s Limestone landscape or rough stone application block can add strength and structure to any
project, from wall cladding to landscape improvement.
Lueders Limestone block (Average size- 4′ x 8′ roughly squared).

 

Landscape Retaining Wall Lueders Block

Full-depth quarry 12 block is used for a durable dry stack look.

Face Coverage

6″ wide 24-30 SQ. FT. PER TON
8″ wide 18-22 SQ. FT. PER TON
12″ wide 12-15 SQ. FT. PER TON
18″ wide 8 SQ. FT. PER TON

 

 

Lueders Bench Block

Lueders Limestone Bench Blocks can be produced with drilled and split ends or sawn ends. They can also be crafted as a sawn 5-side product, meaning the back face will be sawn as well. This Lueders Limestone product maintains a natural Roughback face, making it ideal for architectural and landscaping needs. With versatility and strength, Lueders Limestone Bench Blocks deliver both durability and a timeless appearance.

Custom Cut Lueders Limestone

Applications like wall caps, pavers, coping,
treads and patio start with our Lueders
Slabs.
Typical thickness is either 1 ¼ ”, 1 ½”, 2:, or
2 ¼”
The slabs are raw-edged, not cut to size.
Typical size is 4’ x 6’

 

Architectural Elements

Our team of skilled estimators, drafters, CNC programmers and craftsmen offer cost-effective solutions to create architectural elements. We collaborate closely with our drafters and craftsmen to bring your design ideas to life, whether you’re looking for something unique or standard. Whether it’s for a home, office building, educational institution, or restoration project, we ensure your vision is expertly

 

 

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