--- title: Corbels and Features date: 2023-11-01T08:30:00+00:00 author: "jamie@weareabstrakt.com" canonical_url: "https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/corbels-and-features" section: Products --- # Corbels and Features Corbels and Features - [](https://www.instagram.com/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.pinterest.co.uk/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/vobster-architectural) ## What are **Corbels**? A corbel is a weight-bearing piece of stone, designed as a bracket to sit deeply into the wall to support the structure. Corbels can be used to accentuate window sills and surrounds and can be simply carved or elaborately so to reflect more traditional, renaissance architecture. The word corbel derives from the French word for crow, due to its beak-like appearance. Often found below [quoins](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/quoins), a corbel seamlessly ties the wall structure with the roof or top levels of buildings or to integrate a balcony to the main wall. They can also be used internally for fireplaces. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Vobster hi res images 47 Large]() ## What are **Features and Datestones?** Bespoke feature pieces and datestones personalise and elevate any project. These offer the opportunity for a completely bespoke cast stone component which can be produced in any manor of style to complement old and new projects. Available in [wet cast](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/processes/wet-cast-stone) or [semi-dry](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/processes/semi-dry-stone) stone. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Icklingham Road 4]() ## **Key Features** / Benefits - 3D imaging ensures every desired detail is completely captured - Available in a range of sizes and profiles to suit traditional and contemporary designs including bespoke options - Available in a range of 12 standard colours and finishes below - [contact our team](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/contact) to discuss bespoke options - Durable and long-lasting due to the nature of the natural product - Cost-effective alternative to natural stone [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Z1 A2314 Large]() ## **Cast Stone Corbels and Features** / Project Gallery [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Z1 A2326 Large](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25192/Z1A2326-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Woolley Hall Berkshire 01](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25193/Woolley-Hall-Berkshire-01_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Woolley Hall Berkshire 02](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25194/Woolley-Hall-Berkshire-02_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![IMG 0782 2](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25199/IMG_0782-2_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Red House 1](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25342/Red-House-1_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Vobster hi res images 29 Large](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25195/vobster-hi-res-images-29-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Vobster hi res images 45 copy Large](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25196/vobster-hi-res-images-45-copy-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Vobster hi res images 47 Large](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/25197/vobster-hi-res-images-47-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Vobster hi res images 15 Large](/imager/generic/corbels-and-features/26348/vobster-hi-res-images-15-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) 1/ 9 ## **Colours** and **finishes** to suit any **project** 1/ 12 ![Bathstone](/imager/generic/swatches/11344/Bathstone_2020-11-19-140725_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone ![Bathstone Medium Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11345/Bathstone-Medium-Etch_2020-11-19-140736_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone Medium Etch ![Bathstone Deep Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11310/Bathstone-Deep-Etch_2020-11-19-111603_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone Deep Etch ![Portland](/imager/generic/swatches/11327/Portland_2020-11-19-111707_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland ![Portland Medium Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11346/Portland-Medium-Etch_2020-11-19-140748_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland Medium Etch ![Portland Deep Etch 3](/imager/generic/swatches/11397/Portland-Deep-Etch-3_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland Deep Etch ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Mendip-Grey](/imager/generic/swatches/269/Vob-Semi-Dry-Mendip-Grey_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Mendip Grey ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Slate-Grey](/imager/generic/swatches/272/Vob-Semi-Dry-Slate-Grey_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Slate Grey ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Costwold](/imager/generic/swatches/266/Vob-Semi-Dry-Costwold_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Cotswold ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Yorkstone-3](/imager/generic/swatches/273/Vob-Semi-Dry-Yorkstone-3_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Yorkstone ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Forest-Green](/imager/generic/swatches/267/Vob-Semi-Dry-Forest-Green_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Forest Green ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Shaldon-Red](/imager/generic/swatches/271/Vob-Semi-Dry-Shaldon-Red_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Shaldon Red Cast stone is made from natural aggregates that may vary in colour. To see a true likeness of colour, please [contact us](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/contact) to order a sample. ## **Technical /** Documentation ![Screenshot 2023 10 10 151015]() To support you in the early stages of designing your project, we have a range of standard details and technical fixings guides, as well as some other useful documents regarding cleaning, maintenance and material specifications. [Technical Downloads](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/technical-downloads) ## Related Products [### Portico and Balustrade](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/portico-and-balustrade) [### Copings](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/copings) [### Plinths and Ashlar](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/plinths-and-ashlar) [### String Course and Cornices](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/string-course-and-cornices) We'd love to hear from you For technical support, quotes, lead-in times, to request a sample or simply to speak to a member of our team, contact our office and they will be happy to support you and answer any questions. Get in touch via email Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm [T. ](tel:)[E. enquiries@vobsterarchitectural.co.uk](mailto:enquiries@vobsterarchitectural.co.uk) [Contact ](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/contact)