Dimension Stone Cladding: Design, Construction, Evaluation, and Repair

STP 1394 covers the latest concepts in new stone cladding and the rehabilitation of existing stone cladding installations. 13 peer-reviewed papers are grouped into four sections: Stone Cladding Preconstruction Evaluation–examines doctoral thesis research work performed at the University of Illinois, regarding the use of impulse-generated stress waves as a nondestructive means of determining stone properties. Stone Weathering And Durability–details methods of durability assessment currently used in the U.S. and European Community; discusses the relationships between crystalline structure, thermal hysteresis, and bowing of Carrara marble panels; and offers a case history assessing the root causes of weathering-induced damage to an 80 year old granite facade and explores a variety of restorative treatment methods. Design Of Stone Cladding Systems–addresses granite design issues involving wind and gravity support systems. Investigation And Restoration Of Existing Stone Cladding Systems–offer a variety of case studies, observations, and specific recommendations regarding investigative means and repair methods used to address distressed stone facades. This publication will be of interest to • Designers • Building Owners • Architects • Engineers • Contractors • Rehabilitation Specialists

Table of Contents Overview Nondestructive Evaluation of Dimension Stone Using Impulse-Generated Stress Waves: Part 1 — Theoretical Aspects and Experimental Prospects
dos Reis H., Habboub A. Nondestructive Evaluation of Dimension Stone Using Impulse-Generated Stress Waves: Part 2—Estimation of Complex Moduli
dos Reis H., Habboub A. Nondestructive Evaluation of Dimension Stone Using Impulse Generated Stress Waves: Part 3—Microstructure Characterization
dos Reis H., Habboub A. Assessment of the Durability of Porous Limestones: Specification and Interpretation of Test Data in UK Practice
Miglio B., Richardson D., Yates T., West D. Contribution to a Better Understanding of the Mechanism Causing Dishing Failures of the Carrara Marble When Used for Outside Building Facades
Erlin B. Natural Weathering of Granite: A Case Study
Scheffler M., Lesak J. Review of Durability Testing in the United States and Europe
Bortz S., Wonneberger B. Design and Selection of Exterior Granite Pavers
Gerns E., Wonneberger B., Scheffler M. Anchorage Pullout Strength in Granite: Design and Fabrication Influences
West D., Heinlein M. Repair Methods for Stone Facades
Hoigard K., Mulholland G. Common Causes of Failures of Stone Claddings on Buildings
Chin I. Thin Stone Veneer/Study and Remediation
Solinski J. In-Place Load Testing of a Stone Cladding Anchorage System
Scavuzzo R., Acri J.