Do you have a question regarding stone or the use of stone? The following links and downloads may provide just the information that you need.
COMMON NATURAL STONE SPECIFICATION DETAILS
From BSI
BSI Recommended Practices for the use of Natural Stone in Construction
(3rd Edition © 2002 BSI)
Available in hard copy from BSI
From the Indiana Limestone Institute of America (ILIA)
The Indiana Limestone Handbook, 22nd Edition
Stain Prevention
From Masonry Technology Incorporated
Moisture Control Wall Details/Specs
From the Masonry Institute of Washington
A No Fee Library for Quality Masonry Construction Details
INDUSTRY INSTALLATION CASE STUDIES
International Masonry Institute
TECHNICAL ARTICLES on NATURAL STONE INSTALLATION
Bryan Imhoff, Imhoff Engineering: Weather or Not
Attaching Stone Anchors to Steel Studs
Cold Formed Steel Studs in an Exterior Wall
Jim Owens, Indiana Limestone Institute: Cast Stone “Sales” Effort Backfires
Masonry Technology Incorporated
Moisture Management of Below Grade Construction Basements
From the Marble Institute of America (MIA)
MIA Position on Sealing Stone
The Truth About Granite and Radon
Countertop Edge Profile Details
Homeowner’s Guide to Countertop Installation
