Design Strategies for Architectural Stone Masonry
Stone masonry products are an effective solution for the ever-changing design environment, as well as offering a wealth of health and safety benefits to the occupants.
This one-hour HSW course will explore how to effectively design masonry walls using legacy stone products, such as natural limestone, cast stone and architectural masonry stone, as well as calcium silicate and architectural pre-cast products. Attendees will learn the proper design techniques which focus on the prevention of moisture and crack control issues. Additionally, the discussion will emphasize the planning and designing of sound masonry walls using proper architectural components based on industry guidelines and specifications.
After completing this course, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the history of Indiana Limestone and why it’s been the product choice for thousands of years.
- Explain the performance benefits of architectural stone including strength, low moisture characteristics and durability as well as how these qualities effect the building envelope’s ability to protect the inhabited environment.
- Understand the different manufacturing methods of stone masonry products in offering an economical and aesthetically pleasing weather-resistant, and a fire resistant exterior stone cladding for the building envelope.
- Identify proper detailing methods to help mitigate moisture intrusion in a building.
This course is applicable to all structural masonry product lines.
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