Technical articles to assist in the selection, use and evaluation of dimension stone.
Article by Thomas Baggs Two decades after the complete ban of asbestos in Australia, the dangers of respirable crystalline silica are now in the spotlight. With a ban on engineered stone being considered by national policymakers, further options for regulating…
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Article by Mark Milevski While many heritage conservation practices have remained consistent over the past 20 years, there are some key areas where the industry and governing bodies have learnt smarter ways. And with new knowledge and understanding, clients and…
A frequent query we receive at Stone Initiatives relates to “What are the properties of good building stones?” While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, there are a number of considerations and guides that specifiers, architects, designers and…
This article examines measuring crystalline silica in stone, typical crystalline silica content levels for common building products, and reducing your risk of exposure to the harmful dust. Knowing which materials are likely to contain crystalline silica is an important step…
Learn how to choose a stone sealer: what you should consider, why sealers don't provide complete protection from staining, and what test methods are used to assist sealer selection. Article: Jim Mann A crucial part of the care and maintenance practice…
Understand the effects of rising damp and salt attack, know how to spot the signs of damage and learn what's required in a remediation plan. Article by Mark Milevski Rising damp is a serious matter that can cause significant damage…
Read More Rising damp and salt attack: effects and solutions
