20 years on: A conversation with Jim Mann
Principal and founder Jim Mann reflects on 20 years of Stone Initiatives, including the influence of fashion on testing regimes, and how the stone industry is becoming more sustain
Properties of good building stones
A frequent query we receive at Stone Initiatives relates to “What are the properties of good building stones?”...
Measuring crystalline silica in stone
This article examines measuring crystalline silica in stone, typical crystalline silica content levels for common building products...
Slip testing: Expert Q&A
What is a good slip rating? Is there more to slip resistance than identifying slippery surfaces? Here we chat with materials testing specialist Kate Tonkin, head of the finish eval
The risks with pedestal systems and how to manage them
The use of pedestal installation systems for porcelain and other ceramic tiles has increased in popularity....
10 things to know about stone testing
Testing is the starting point for determining the suitability of a specific stone for a particular application...
Top tips for cleaning stone floor finishes
A helpful guide for maintaining premium floor finishes: How to clean natural stone flooring without damaging the surface and what to do when there’s a spill...
Get to know Jim Mann, Principal, Stone Initiatives
For Jim Mann, testing is about more than just numbers, and a rock is not simply a rock. The principal of Stone Initiatives says that every piece of natural stone is as unique an in
Stability Problems with Natural Stone
examines some of the issues related to thermal and moisture stability, using examples of some natural rock stone...
Slip Resistance: Accidents Never Happen!
Pedestrian surfaces can be litigation minefields. Understand the slip resistance of your project and know how to reduce your risk of litigation...