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The Structural Significance of Solid Backing: Part 1

Solid backing is actually a major structural component of a stone arch bridge which uses it. One of its advantages is that it provides a more consistent stiffness behind the arch.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJanuary 27, 2023January 27, 2023Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Forces, Quality of Construction

Different Methods of Laying Arches

Arch Construction

There are several ways to build a stone arch. Each method has advantages and potential pitfalls, but choosing the right one for you can make stone bridge building easier.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJanuary 13, 2023January 13, 2023Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Quality of Construction

Building Rubble Arches

Rubble Arch Detail

Stone arches made with rubble masonry are easy to construct, and can be quite strong. The key to successfully building a rubble arch is in the laying and shimming of the stones.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesNovember 18, 2022November 18, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Quality of Construction, Stones

The Strength of a Mortarless Stone Bridge

Mortarless Stone Bridge

A mortarless stone arch bridge can be quite strong, as the secret to a successful stone bridge is to keep all the forces in compression as opposed to “gluing” the stones with mortar.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesOctober 7, 2022October 7, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Forces, Quality of Construction

Using Feathers and Wedges to Split Stone

Splitting Stone(3)

Feathers and wedges are simple-to-use and reliable tools that provide an easy means for obtaining reasonable slabs out of massive, irregularly shaped stones.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesSeptember 16, 2022September 17, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Forces, Stones

Building With Stone: The Intermediate Stage

Mortarless Stone Arch

Often at some point a masonry project will start looking wrong in the middle of construction. However, it is important to keep building with the final goal in mind.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJuly 15, 2022July 16, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Quality of Construction

Mortared Vs. Mortarless Masonry

Wilson Bridge

In this post we contrast the pros and cons of mortared and mortarless stone arch bridge construction, mentioning potential pitfalls with each.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJuly 1, 2022July 2, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Mortar, Quality of Construction, Stones

On Mortar

Stewart Bridge

In this post, we investigate the advantages of using mortar in stonework, looking into what purpose the mortar serves and its limitations.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJune 24, 2022June 26, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Mortar, Quality of Construction

The Importance of Friction

Stone Arch Bridge

Friction is a crucial factor in stone arch bridge stability, and, when the line of thrust is solidly within the arch, holds the arch stones firmly in place.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesJune 10, 2022June 11, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Forces, Stones

DIY Stone Arch Bridge Ideas

DIY Stone Arch Bridge

Here are some tips and ideas for new DIY stone arch bridge designs, ranging from fill and backing choices to arch construction tips to a wingwall design idea.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesApril 29, 2022April 30, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Quality of Construction, Stones

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