Cast Stone vs. Limestone

Start Date

12/12/2018

End Date

12/12/2018

Description

This is an informative presentation with a Q&A session. It will educate the limestone industry, specifiers and architects, on the challenges of using "cast stone" and the advantages of using limestone.

Location

Oberlin, OH

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Development Trends

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

1. Gain a short primer on cast stone – what is it and how is it fabricated?
2. Learn about the various considerations for choosing cast stone and limestone.
3. Understand the focus on service life and long term durability – highly favorable characteristics of limestone vs cast stone.
4. Learn about the differentials in testing requirements for proper material.

Instructors

Matt Lonesk, Sturgis Materials

Course Codes

NSISM

Provider

Natural Stone Institute

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