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…
Category: Technical articles
Technical articles to assist in the selection, use and evaluation of dimension stone.
Living with Stone: Around the Pool
Pools are no longer just a place for a ‘quick dip’ – they are often the centrepiece of outdoor entertaining, with the surrounding paving and landscaping just as important as the pool itself. Your paving selection process should include a…
Stability Problems with Natural Stone
This article examines some of the issues related to thermal and moisture stability, using examples of some natural rock stone that Ardex has seen in the last few years. Article: Ardex (Technical Article TP005.002) Introduction and Scope Since 2007 the…
Granite: The Versatile Stone
What is granite, what makes it so versatile and how can we choose a good-quality stone? Article: Jim Mann Take a moment to look around and you are most likely to find granite. Inside you may find it on the…
Travertine: Back to Basics
Travertine is often associated with the Colosseum in Rome and its history of use over thousands of years. Now, this unique stone type has made a comeback. But what is it? Article: Jim Mann How does Travertine differ from Limestone?…
Limestone: Back to Basics
Here we explore what limestone is, what makes it so versatile and how to choose a good-quality stone. Article: Jim Mann Limestone's popularity is partly due to its subtle tonality and broad palette of neutral greys and browns. The versatile…