Successful replacement of historical stonework demands a thorough understanding of the properties of both existing stone and potential substitute materials. The document recommends criteria and processes for sourcing replacement stone:
- evaluation of existing stonework
- sampling and identification
- examination and analysis
- criteria for selecting replacement stone
- sources of stone
- obtaining stone for repair
Useful contacts, including those of geological collections, are also provided.
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