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General Building

Elements to follow when using the standard limestone blocks for building (instead of bricks) or as a retaining wall medium.

  1. Blocks should be clean and free of quarry dust or inhibiters such as grease or detergents. It is preferred that in a dry climate the blocks be slightly damp or cool so as the block does not compete with the mortar when the mortar ages.
  2. That the mix be matched to the quality of the stone to which you are bonding. Usually a 6:1:1 mix will suffice but there are instances where it could be beneficial to use a weaker mix. Stonger mixes are used in a marine environement.
  3. Make sure that the parameters to which you are applying conform with the local; by laws of you local authority and that the foundation meets with the criteria recommended by a geotechnical engineer. The information supplied is only a guideline.
  4. In general most limestone can be laid by a competent bricklayer, where more specific detail is required, we can suggest layers who have had good experience in n laying this product. So please give us a call for people in your area. We suggest these people and it is u[p to you where they suit your specific project.
  5. We offer a free design service for your substantial commercial or residential projects.
  6. Where walls exceed more than the shown detail, then Qualified engineering support data will be required by you council for approval.
  7. In general limestone can be used for load bearing walls. Please check with our design department or call us for clarification support information to supply to your design engineers.