Stone

Stone

A piece of rock that is quarried then worked into a specific size or shape to serve a function as a useful building or paving material.

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igneous

Building materials; Stone

One of the three main classifications of rock (igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic), solidified from molten state, as granite or lava.

dampproofing

Building materials; Stone

One or more coatings of a compound that is impervious to water applied to a surface above grade.

weep holes

Building materials; Stone

Openings placed in mortar joints of facing material at the level of flashing to permit the escape of moisture.

Originally the large single stone or stones used for the floor of a fireplace; now most commonly used to describe the stone in front of the fire chamber and in many cases extending on either or both ...

buttering

Building materials; Stone

Placing mortar on stone with a trowel before setting into place.

cleavage plane

Building materials; Stone

Plane or planes along which a stone may likely break or delaminate.

rustification or rustication

Building materials; Stone

Recessing the margin or outer edges of cut stone so that when placed together a channel or strongly emphasized recess is formed along each joint. The stone face may be smooth, rough or patterned with ...