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Tag: stain resistance

28Apr

How to choose a stone sealer: An Introduction

Posted by mrymnnon April 28, 2023May 26, 2023in Technical articles

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…

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17Dec

10 things to know about stone testing

Posted by mrymnnon December 17, 2021September 7, 2022in Technical articles
Mortar dissolution

Testing is the starting point for determining the suitability of a specific stone for a particular application. This can include testing the strength of the stone by determining its resistance to crushing and bending; testing the stone’s wear resistance and slip…

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01Jul

Four Keys to Successful Stone Selection

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 7, 2023in 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 basic guide to stone specification, discover the four keys…

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01Jul

Living with Stone: Around the Pool

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

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…

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What’s new

  • Announcement of new leadership team
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  • Snapshot: Kate Tonkin, Co-Director
  • Snapshot: Thomas Baggs, Co-Director
  • A new chapter: Founder Jim Mann retires

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Mount Barker, SA 5252, Australia.
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