Tag: Quality of Construction
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Choosing Quality Rock
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.
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Two New Additions to Our List of Stone Bridges of Butler County, Kansas
We have added two little-known stone culverts to our list of the stone arch bridges of Butler County which we first learned about through newspaper research.
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Different Classes of Masonry Part 3: Rubble Masonry
While rubble masonry is considered the lowest class of stone work, it still can be used to make enduring structures and is peculiarly suited to DIY projects.
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Different Classes of Masonry Part 2: Squared-stone
Squared-stone masonry is a method of building masonry to achieve a highly durable structure without resorting to the difficulty and labor required for ashlar.
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Different Classes of Masonry Part 1: Ashlar
Ashlar is the highest grade of stone work, and features extensive stone cutting and tight fitting joints. Ashlar work is difficult, but very durable due to the precision required.
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Understanding Mortar in Old Bridges
The design of a stone bridge, which often reflects the era of its construction, determines how critical mortar condition is for long-term stability.
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Stone Arch Bridges of Butler County, Kansas: Builders and Locations Part 4
A overview and some photos of the stone arch bridges of Butler County, Kansas from 1908 – 1917. Includes a map of the 50+ stone bridges built by the county proper.
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Building Better Masonry
Masonry is rewarding undertaking. There is no “magic” behind building enduring structures, rather, stone masonry is easily learned with practice.
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American Railroad Stone Arch Bridges
American railroads built many premium quality stone arch bridges because well-built stone bridges last and can handle massive loads well.
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