Corbels
Corbels are structural stones that act a little bit like a bracket. They jut out from a wall allowing weight loading structures to be built above an otherwise vertical wall – a balcony for instance. They are often seen on the corners of buildings, above the quoin stones, where the roof line comes out further than the wall.
Corbels can be highly decorative as often seen on Classical buildings or of a more modest design, as seen on more modern buildings!
Despite their overall structural nature, they are often used as a feature stone and a corbel can link in with a bandcourse or cornice or used on its own as a stand out component of your building’s design.
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Frequently asked questions about cast stone corbels
What are cast stone corbels used for?
Cast stone corbels are projecting architectural stones that resemble supporting brackets. They are commonly used beneath rooflines, balconies and other building features. Thorverton Stone manufactures corbels for structural and decorative applications, depending on the project’s design requirements.
Are cast stone corbels load-bearing?
Cast stone corbels can be used in load-bearing applications when appropriately designed and supported. The required loading capacity and fixing details must be assessed for the individual building project.
Can cast stone corbels be used as decorative architectural features?
Yes. Thorverton Stone’s cast stone corbels can provide decorative detailing on both traditional and contemporary buildings. They may be installed as individual features or incorporated alongside band courses, cornices and other architectural stonework.
