--- title: String Course and Cornices date: 2023-04-05T11:28:00+01:00 author: "jamie@weareabstrakt.com" canonical_url: "https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/string-course-and-cornices" section: Products --- # String Course and Cornices Cast Stone String Course and Cornices - [](https://www.instagram.com/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.pinterest.co.uk/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/vobster-architectural) ## What are **String Courses** and Cornices**? This horizontal feature is also known as a band course, which can be installed to define levels of a building and aesthetically break up the brickwork. This may be installed flush with the building or projecting with cornice detail. Cornices historically are used to divert rainwater from the building but also make for an ornamental feature. We can develop bespoke moulds that suit any project preferences. Now extremely popular in modern western architecture, string courses have been seen across Classical Roman, Anglo-Saxon and Renaissance builds. In classical and neo-classical styles, it popularly runs along the upper or lower line of windows. Cornices additionally originate from ancient Greek and Roman architecture, sitting above columns as part of the entablature or below the roof. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![110 114 Barking Road London E16 1 EN 13 Large]() ## **Key Features /** Benefits - Available in a range of standard profiles and sizes, or bespoke requirements - Helps to prevent staining of the facade - Adds visual interest to a building by breaking up brickwork and helping to define levels - Available in a range of colours and finishes Our technical team can provide expert advice for stonework and fixing design. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Hendon Waterside Recon Cast Stone 5 Large]() ## **Cast Stone String Course and Cornices** / Project Gallery [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Hendon Waterside 24 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14827/Hendon-Waterside-24-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Hambrook House 22 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14826/Hambrook-House-22-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Hambrook House 4 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14825/Hambrook-House-4-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Wendle Court 1 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14821/Wendle-Court-1-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Wendle Court 3 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14822/Wendle-Court-3-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Mount Ararat Road London 3 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14829/Mount-Ararat-Road-London-3-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![110 114 Barking Road London E16 1 EN 13 Large](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14823/110-114-Barking-Road-London-E16-1EN-13-Large_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![MP1 South Gardens Heygate St Elephant Castle London SE17 1 RG 1](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14819/MP1-South-Gardens-Heygate-St-Elephant-Castle-London-SE17-1RG-1_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![MP1 South Gardens Heygate St Elephant Castle London SE17 1 RG 37](/imager/generic/string-course-and-cornices/14820/MP1-South-Gardens-Heygate-St-Elephant-Castle-London-SE17-1RG-37_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 ![IMG 7733]() 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 [### Copings](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/copings) [### Plinths and Ashlar](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/plinths-and-ashlar) [### Window Surrounds](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/window-surrounds) [### Quoins](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/quoins) We'd love to hear from you 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. 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