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B-grade surplus tiles & flooring — Reclaimed Caithness flagstones (≈ 12 m²) — LeedsB-grade

Reclaimed Caithness flagstones (≈ 12 m²) — Leeds

Leeds·≈ 12 m²·Listed 12d ago
£1,410/lot

Sold by Leeds Urban Reclamation (Demolition) · Ref L0289

Contact sellerHow buying works

Condition grade 7/10 (B-grade). Assessed by the seller at listing; figures below relate to this specific lot of ≈ 12 m².

About this lot

Hand-dressed Scottish flagstones with weathered tops, riven edges. Ideal for halls and patios. Located in Leeds — collection or arranged regional delivery available. Fresh to market — posted 12 days ago by Leeds demolition Leeds Urban Reclamation.

Surplus stock like this exists because projects over-order to avoid downtime — the saving gets passed to you instead of the skip. B-grade pricing reflects cosmetics, not performance — the defect notes below set out exactly what was downgraded and why.

Measurements & specifications

Stone
Caithness flag
Thickness
40–60mm
Location
Leeds
Ref
SB-25-03
Quantity / lot size
≈ 12 m²
Calibre / batch
Single batch — shade code D32
Thickness tolerance
±0.4mm across sampled tiles
Slip rating
R11 (wet areas)
Boxed coverage
1.60 m² per pack
Spare allowance advised
11% over net floor area

Condition report & known defects

7/10
  • Graded for pin-holes and shade drift visible at under 1m — fine for floors viewed standing.
  • Each unit inspected and photographed on request before dispatch.

Carbon & sustainability notes

No reuse CO₂ credit is claimed on this lot: it is unused stock, so the embodied carbon was committed at manufacture. Buying it still prevents waste — material sent to landfill or energy recovery delivers none of its embodied value.

If your project tracks embodied carbon (BREEAM, Part Z readiness, or client ESG reporting), keep this listing reference as evidence of avoided emissions.

Collection & delivery

  • Collection from the seller's Leeds premises — pallet truck on site; tail-lift vehicles recommended.
  • Seller can quote hiab or flatbed delivery within ~60 miles of Leeds; from £35.
  • Ask the seller for close-up photos or a video walkround if you can't visit — they expect the request.

Typical applications

  • Whole-room floors where one batch matters (no re-order risk if you buy the lot)
  • Bathrooms, kitchens and utility spaces
  • Period restoration (reclaimed quarry and encaustic stock)
  • High-traffic hallways (porcelain and LVT)

How to buy, collect and install this lot

  1. 1Confirm your requirement against the measurements above — bring a tape and the ≈ 12 m² figure when you visit Leeds Urban Reclamation in Leeds.
  2. 2Reserve the lot in writing with a deposit; get the batch/reference (L0289) and condition grade (7/10) on the receipt.
  3. 3Arrange transport: telehandler on site, HGV access fine. Confirm access at your delivery address (width, overhead clearance, forklift or hand-ball).
  4. 4On arrival, check the count against the ≈ 12 m² stated and photograph any transit damage before signing the delivery note.
  5. 5Store correctly on site — for flooring, that means dry, level and off the ground; keep original packaging on until the day of use where possible.
  6. 6Dry-lay or trial-fit a small sample first to confirm flooring performs as expected in your specific application before committing the whole lot.
  7. 7Log the reuse for your project records: photograph the seller invoice, capture the ~0 kg CO₂e figure and save this listing URL in your embodied-carbon file.

Pre-purchase checklist

  • Measure twice — confirm ≈ 12 m² covers your net requirement plus a 12% waste/cutting allowance.
  • View in person or request a video walkround from Leeds Urban Reclamation; do not rely on the hero photograph alone.
  • Check condition against the 7/10 grade above — ask which specific defects apply to the units you'll actually receive.
  • Confirm the batch or shade reference (L0289) so what you inspect is what you collect.
  • Agree collection or delivery cost in writing — pallet, hiab, flatbed or hand-ball each price very differently.
  • Verify VAT position: is the £1,410/lot figure ex-VAT or inclusive? Trade sellers default to ex-VAT.
  • Ask about returns or replacements if the delivered quantity falls short — reputable demolitions stand behind the stated count.
  • Screenshot this listing (title, price, condition, CO₂ figure) as your negotiation baseline — surplus prices drift as lots age.
  • Check compatibility if you're matching existing material (brick blend, tile shade, timber section) with a physical sample first.
  • Book collection or delivery within your reservation window — b-grade lots at this price rarely sit for long.

Price in context

  • At £1,410/lot, this lot sits roughly 26% below current UK merchant list for equivalent new material — the typical spread for b-grade flooring.
  • Delivered-to-door pricing (including pallet freight within ~40 miles of Leeds) tends to add £35–£85 to the headline figure; collection stays as advertised.
  • Comparable b-grade lots in the surplus tiles & flooring category have moved on SurplusBuilder within 4 days of listing — well-priced surplus doesn't linger.

Sustainability deep-dive

The headline saving on this listing (waste avoidance) is benchmarked against firing and glazing new ceramic/porcelain tiles (~9–12 kg CO₂e per m²). That's the embodied-carbon figure — the emissions locked into new material at the point of manufacture, before it ever reaches your site.

In UK building terms, embodied carbon typically accounts for 40–60% of a project's whole-life emissions once operational energy is decarbonised. Reusing flooring like this lot from Leeds bypasses the manufacturing stage entirely, which is why substitution consistently outperforms offsetting on lifecycle assessments.

For projects tracking against Part Z (the proposed embodied-carbon amendment to the Building Regulations), BREEAM Mat 01 credits, or the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge, reused material counts at zero embodied carbon in the A1–A3 modules. Keep the seller invoice, this listing URL and the CO₂e figure together in your carbon file.

Beyond carbon: buying this lot from Leeds Urban Reclamation keeps first-quality flooring out of the UK construction waste stream (currently ~62 million tonnes/year, per DEFRA). It supports the circular-economy supply chain — sellers who divert stock only continue diverting when there's a viable resale route.

Questions about this lot

Why is buying the full lot important with tiles?+

This is b-grade stock — once the ≈ 12 m² here is gone there is no matching batch to re-order, so buy your full area plus spares in one purchase.

Is this suitable for underfloor heating?+

Porcelain, ceramic and most engineered boards listed here suit wet or electric UFH; check the thickness in the measurements table and keep floor temperature under the manufacturer's limit.

Can I view the actual tiles first?+

Yes — inspection at the seller's Leeds unit is encouraged, and the batch/shade code above will match what you collect.

What payment and paperwork should I expect from Leeds Urban Reclamation?+

Leeds Urban Reclamation issues a VAT invoice on collection or dispatch — bank transfer is standard, card on request. For anything over £500 we recommend a written spec confirmation before paying, so the exact flooring description and quantity are on record.

Can I reserve this lot while I organise transport from Leeds?+

A short reservation (typically 48–72 hours) is usually possible with a 10% holding deposit. Surplus stock moves quickly, especially b-grade lots at this price point — confirm the hold in writing so the seller doesn't re-list.

Is this suitable for a Part L / Part Z reporting project?+

The material itself carries the same certifications as merchant stock; document the reuse route in your carbon log even without a specific CO₂e figure — waste avoidance still counts under Part Z reporting guidance.

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