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…
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Using petrography to evaluate dimension stone
What is petrographic analysis, what can it reveal, and why is it such a valuable tool in the evaluation of dimension stone? Article by Thomas Baggs Petrography is the study of dimension stone in thin section by means of a…
Which Stone Where? A Beginner’s Guide to Material Selection
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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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…
A Guide to Specifying Limestone Tiles
Whether installed in a domestic bathroom, a shopping centre or the lobby of a commercial building, limestone tiles should be evaluated for fitness for use based on four performance properties. Article: Jim Mann Limestone is in fashion – this can…