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Yellow Polished Cobbles Warm, sunlit, and naturally rounded. Yellow Polished Cobbles bring a brighter, more cheerful pebble option to graves and gardens that usually lean grey or white. The smooth surface catches the light, the colour echoes gold headstone lettering, and the natural variation in each pebble means no two grave finishes look quite the same. Where these cobbles come from Yellow Polished Cobbles are natural river pebbles, hand-selected for shape and colour, then tumbled for six to eight days to achieve their characteristic smooth surface. After tumbling, heat is applied during a waxing process that brings out the gloss and locks in the yellow tone. Over time, exposure to Irish wind and rain will gradually take the finish from glossy to a softer matt, but the underlying colour stays. As a natural product, they pair beautifully with any arrangement. Where Yellow Polished Cobbles are used The most popular use is grave decoration, where the warm yellow contrasts neatly with dark granite headstones and surrounds. They are also a favourite of florists for wedding floral arrangements, table decor, and internal planting at the base of vases or dressing the tops of pots. Common applications: Grave coverings, kerb sets, and memorial pebble beds Garden borders, pathway edging, and patio feature areas Driveway accents and external landscape detailing Water features, ponds, and fish-safe decorative pond floors Indoor planting, vase fillers, and flower display work Sizes available Yellow Polished Cobbles are supplied in three sizes, each suited to a different finish and area. Pick a smaller size for tight grave coverage and a larger one for bolder garden features or pathway edges. Size Typical use Pack format 10 to 30 mm Grave covers, small planters, mosaics 25 kg bag 30 to 50 mm Garden beds, water feature surrounds, larger memorial areas 25 kg bag or tonne sack 50 to 80 mm Pathway edges, statement borders, driveway accents 25 kg bag or tonne sack For a single Irish grave we recommend the 10 to 30 mm in roughly six 25 kg bags at 50 mm depth. Use the Midland Stone online calculator, or call our team with your dimensions, to confirm the right quantity and pack range for your project. Order a sample first Because every river pebble is unique, the yellow shade varies a little from batch to batch. We strongly recommend ordering a sample bag before purchasing a large quantity, so you can place the cobbles against the headstone or kerbing in natural daylight and confirm the colour pairing. Where possible, order the full project quantity in one go to keep the finish consistent. Delivery is available throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland. FAQs Will the gloss finish last outdoors in the Irish climate? The wax and heat treatment give a high-gloss look out of the bag. Over months of outdoor weather the surface will gradually become more matt, but the yellow colour itself comes from the natural stone, so it is not painted on and does not wash away. A rinse keeps the pebbles clean. How many bags do I need for a single Irish grave? An average single plot needs around six 25 kg bags of the 10 to 30 mm size at a 50 mm depth. If the grave has wide kerbing or you want a deeper bed, the figure goes up. Share your measurements and we will work it out for you. Are these cobbles safe around ponds and water features? Yes. They are natural river pebbles with smooth, rounded edges and no surface coating that would leach into water. They work well as decorative pond surrounds and look beautiful around fountains, fish-safe water features, and indoor planting design. Ready to order? Use live chat, call our team, or visit your nearest Midland Stone retailer to order a sample bag or place a full order of Yellow Polished Cobbles. Tell us about your project and we will help you finish it beautifully.