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Category: Technical articles

02Jul

Understanding Salt Attack in Dimension Stone

Posted by mrymnnon July 2, 2020August 27, 2020in Technical articles

How does salt affect the durability of dimension stone, and when is serious damage likely to occur? Explore the Australian/New Zealand Standard for salt durability testing and get expert insight to help you prevent salt attack damage in your next…

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01Jul

To Seal, or Not to Seal? Why Good Stone Can Turn Bad

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020September 24, 2020in Technical articles

The availability of large-format natural stone pavers at affordable prices has resulted in a dramatic increase in their use. Find out why good-quality paving often deteriorates prematurely and why sealers are not a substitute for using the right stone for…

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01Jul

Four Keys to Successful Stone Selection

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020September 24, 2020in Technical articles

Fitness for purpose is fundamental to the successful use of natural stone, but how do we evaluate a stone to ensure its suitability for a particular use or location? In this article, discover the four basic keys to selecting and…

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01Jul

Which Stone Where? A Beginner’s Guide to Material Selection

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020September 24, 2020in Technical articles

Want to make a more informed decision when selecting stone for your next project? You can do so by better understanding the material's basic properties. Start with this beginner's guide to material selection, looking at sandstone, granite, limestone, travertine, marble,…

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01Jul

Resistance to Salt Attack Test: A Versatile Tool for Determining Durability

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020September 16, 2020in Technical articles

Whether stone is being selected for use as cladding for a curtain wall, as coping for a parapet or for paving around pools and landscaping, durability needs to be considered as a key factor when determining its fitness for purpose.…

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01Jul

How to Choose the ‘Right’ Stone for Your Job

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020September 28, 2020in Technical articles

Taking time to learn about some of the important properties of stone can go a long way in ensuring you choose the best materials for your home. Jim Mann, principal of Stone Initiatives, provides some expert insights on how to…

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  • Understanding Salt Attack in Dimension Stone
  • A Rock is Not Simply a Rock: Q&A with Jim Mann, Principal
  • To Seal, or Not to Seal? Why Good Stone Can Turn Bad
  • Four Keys to Successful Stone Selection
  • Which Stone Where? A Beginner’s Guide to Material Selection

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