BS EN 771-5:2003. Specification for masonry units - pt.5: manufactured stone masonry units 14-May-04 Characteristics and performance requirements are specified for masonry units manufactured to resemble natural stone and intended mainly for facing or exposed masonry in loadbearing or non-loadbearing building and civil engineering applications. Technical Brief.
Tiles closer to nature 05-Mar-04 Technological developments in tile production have allowed for the creation of aesthetic effects that are increasingly similar to natural stone. Technical Brief.
Soapstone as a construction material 17-Oct-03 When compared to other natural stone and man-made materials, soapstone has many uses and superior attributes. News.
Natural Yorkstone paving Its uses and abuses 23-Sep-03 This symposium paper (109 Kb PDF) illustrates both the good and the bad detailing in both Natural Yorkstone paving and setts. Article.
Design and detailing of hard surfacing 23-Sep-03 This symposium paper (123 Kb PDF) is based on over 20 years of looking at problems and trying to resolve them effectively. Article.
Designing for durability in masonry 23-Sep-03 This symposium paper (1.3 Mb PDF) considers the issues which affect durability of masonry and considers measures to prevent deterioration. Article.
Designing for movement in masonry 23-Sep-03 This symposium paper (650 Kb PDF) reviews the main areas of concern with regard to movement and gives guidance on how such movement can be accommodated within modern masonry construction. Article.
CERAM Building Technology - Profile 09-May-03 CERAM Building Technology (CBT) is the Division of CERAM that provides services to the Construction Industry including technical support, Standards development and provision of performance data…
