Standard Rectangular Concrete Padstone

Standard Rectangular Concrete Padstone is a dense precast concrete block engineered to deliver a stable bearing surface beneath structural beams, concrete lintels, steel sections, and heavy timber members. It spreads concentrated loads evenly across masonry, reducing risks of crushing, cracking, or settlement within supporting walls.

Manufactured from high-strength concrete, padstones provide reliable compressive performance and integrate easily into brick, block, and cavity wall construction. The rectangular format suits standard UK wall widths and offers predictable structural behaviour during load transfer. Its fire-resistant and weather-resistant characteristics support long-term installation in residential and light-commercial building work.

The compact sizing used across PAD-series options allows efficient specification during structural design, ensuring correct bearing length and load distribution for lintels, RSJs, UBs, UCs, and glulam beams. This makes the padstone a dependable component for safe structural support in new builds and renovations.

Installation Guide:

• Bed the padstone fully on level, well-mixed mortar to create uniform load transfer.
• Position directly beneath the beam or lintel end, ensuring full face contact.
• Align accurately with the supporting masonry to avoid point loading.
• Allow mortar to set before applying major structural load.
• Handle carefully to prevent edge damage during placement.