Understanding Salt Attack in Dimension Stone
How does salt affect the durability of dimension stone, and when is serious damage likely to occur?
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
To Seal, or Not to Seal? Why Good Stone Can Turn Bad
The availability of large-format natural stone pavers at affordable prices has resulted in a dramatic increase in their use...
Four Keys to Successful Stone Selection
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?
Which Stone Where? A Beginner’s Guide to Material Selection
Want to make a more informed decision when selecting stone for your next project?
Resistance to Salt Attack Test: A Versatile Tool for Determining Durability
In Australia, assessing durability of stone has mainly focused on determining its resistance to salt attack...
How to Choose the ‘Right’ Stone for Your Job
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...
Sealer Selection Guide: An Introduction
Stone Initiatives has developed a stain-resistance test method (SI-STAIN) specifically for evaluating sealers on dimension stone...
Pool Paving: Five Keys to Successful Paving Selection
Pools are no longer just a place for a ‘quick dip’ - they are often the centrepiece of outdoor entertaining...
Stability Problems with Natural Stone
examines some of the issues related to thermal and moisture stability, using examples of some natural rock stone...