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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

Ribbed Arches

Ribbed Concrete Arch Bridge

Though ribbed arches are usually associated with concrete, it is possible to build a stone arch bridge out of separate parallel arch ribs, thereby saving centering.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesMarch 25, 2022March 27, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Quality of Construction

Why Stone Arch Bridges?

Silliman Bridge

There are several advantages inherent to the stone arch bridge. Aesthetics, a valuable use of local resources and longevity all are factors in favor of stone arch bridges.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesMarch 18, 2022March 17, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:#WordPrompt, Aesthetics, Quality of Construction, Stones

Lighter Stone Bridges

Pontypridd Bridge

Stone bridges are inherently quite heavy. This can sometimes cause foundational or arch problems, prompting designers to come up with ingenious solutions.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesFebruary 25, 2022February 26, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design, Forces

Choosing Quality Rock

Seam in a stone

Even with a given type of stone, there can be considerable variation. It helps to recognize some basic signs of poor stone to ensure long-term durability.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesFebruary 18, 2022March 7, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Quality of Construction, Stones

New Resource Available: Glossary of Stone Arch Bridge Terms

We have now added a glossary of stone arch bridge terms to the start menu. This glossary features descriptions, links and even labeled photographs.

Posted byStoneArchBridgesFebruary 4, 2022February 4, 2022Posted inConstructionTags:Design

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