Stone
The popularity and variety of stone used in today's designs belie any suggestion that as a traditional material it's 'old hat'. The following CPD seminars cover the specification, properties and conservation of stone and are delivered by some of the country's leading experts in the subject.
This seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the critical elements in the natural stone cladding process, including natural stone geology, sustainability and corporate responsibility, regulations and testing, fixing options, design considerations and the stone contractor's responsibilities. The British Standard was revised earlier this year so this seminar gives architects the ideal opportunity to familiarise themselves with changes in the new regulations.
Putney & Wood specialises in the design and installation of natural stone cladding and flooring, stonework repair, cleaning and restoration. This includes Portland stone cladding and marble, granite, limestone and sandstone installation for both external and internal applications. Since its formation in 1991, Putney & Wood has worked on numerous landmark projects and built an enviable reputation as a highly respected stone contractor.
Provides an understanding of how British dimensional stone can be used in traditional and modern architecture. Indicates the various fixing options including: handset, stone on precast, rainscreen and full wall rainscreen. Considers the advantages that each option offers, and looks at design / build considerations.
Stancliffe Stone has the largest reserves of British dimensional sandstones in the UK, sourced from well-established quarries located across England, the lowlands of Scotland, and Wales. Records show that many of its quarries have been actively worked since 1800's. Stancliffe Stone's extensive portfolio of British natural stones includes buff, brown and red sandstones, white through blond and cream limestones, and ironstone.
A seminar designed to inform anyone involved in specifying stone repair or conservation of the decisions that need to be made regarding the extent and nature of the repairs based on stone type and finish.
Wells Cathedral Stonemasons is one of the country's leading experts in stonework for conservation, restoration and new-build projects. It offers a comprehensive and UK-wide consulting, design, manufacture and installation service.