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Designing Buildings at 10:11, 31 March 2023

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−	Stone is a building material used since ancient times, because of its material qualities, hardness and resistance to weathering, professionals continue use it as a key construction material today. Stone is a natural element and as a material must be quarried, extracted and worked with until it is ready for use in construction, for example in precast roofs. It offers a guaranteed form of construction and long useful life.	+	= Introduction =

−	~~If we compare stone with other construction materials~~, ~~such as adobe or wood~~, it ~~has some advantages, for example not requiring little maintenance despite~~ a ~~long useful life~~. It is ~~often~~ a ~~high thermal mass~~ material and ~~can therefore help~~ in ~~controlling internal environments particularly in warm climates~~.	+	Stone is a building material used since ancient times. Because of its material qualities, hardness and resistance to weathering, professionals continue use it as a key construction material today. Stone is a natural element and as a material must be quarried, extracted and worked until it is ready for use in construction. It offers a guaranteed form of construction and long useful life.

−	~~== Applications Of Stone~~ in ~~Construction ==~~	+	If we compare stone with other construction materials, such as adobe or wood, it has some advantages, for example requiring little maintenance despite a long useful life. It is often a high thermal mass material and can therefore help in controlling internal environments particularly in warm climates.

−	In terms of classification, one must distinguish based origin, the material they contain, and the process that created them. It is necessary to distinguish between minerals and rocks, because they are often both commonly referred to as “stones”~~. But~~ their geological purpose is different. A mineral is a chemically homogeneous substance. Whereas a rock is a mixture of minerals. So, how are they classified based on their origin and isometrics?	+	= Applications of stone in construction =
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		+	In terms of classification, one must distinguish based origin, the material they contain, and the process that created them. It is necessary to distinguish between minerals and rocks, because they are often both commonly referred to as “stones” but their geological purpose is different. A mineral is a chemically homogeneous substance. Whereas a rock is a mixture of minerals.
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		+	So, how are they classified based on their origin and isometrics?

	== The use of stone depends on type ==		== The use of stone depends on type ==
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	To choose a type of stone, the professional must know the characteristics and differences between each one. To determine a match for construction needs.		To choose a type of stone, the professional must know the characteristics and differences between each one. To determine a match for construction needs.

−	Although they commonly call stones~~. A mineral is different from a rock since they have different destinations. In~~ the case of the mineral, this has been a chemically homogeneous substance. ~~Meanwhile, the~~ combination of various minerals creates rock. So, which one is to use to build large buildings in the city?	+	Although they are commonly call stones, in the case of the mineral, this has been a chemically homogeneous substance. The combination of various minerals creates rock. So, which one is to use to build large buildings in the city?

−	== Magmatic ~~Or Igneous Rocks~~ ==	+	== Magmatic or igneous rocks ==

	Specifically, it is born from magma. when it cools or rises to the surface of the earth to form igneous rocks. The best known magmatic or igneous rocks are granite and diorite, which are quite similar and often used as interior elements.		Specifically, it is born from magma. when it cools or rises to the surface of the earth to form igneous rocks. The best known magmatic or igneous rocks are granite and diorite, which are quite similar and often used as interior elements.
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	Meanwhile, slate is used for interior or exterior cladding as well as masonry. In addition to being resistant, this type of rock offers an excellent design that improves the appearance of the construction.		Meanwhile, slate is used for interior or exterior cladding as well as masonry. In addition to being resistant, this type of rock offers an excellent design that improves the appearance of the construction.

−	== Why Use Stones for Construction Works? ==	+	= Why Use Stones for Construction Works? =

	Stones has many positive qualities in construction, it’s not just about strength and toughness; but also excellent appearance, high absorption, porosity, density and thermal mass.		Stones has many positive qualities in construction, it’s not just about strength and toughness; but also excellent appearance, high absorption, porosity, density and thermal mass.
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	In addition to this, the specialist considers the colour and texture of the stone. In this way, it is determined if it is a stone for exteriors or if it used to create furniture. Considering each of the characteristics of the stones will allow the specialist to make a good decision, and thus ensure that his work meets the needs and expectations of the owner of the building.		In addition to this, the specialist considers the colour and texture of the stone. In this way, it is determined if it is a stone for exteriors or if it used to create furniture. Considering each of the characteristics of the stones will allow the specialist to make a good decision, and thus ensure that his work meets the needs and expectations of the owner of the building.
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		+	For more information see: Types of stone.

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	In addition to this, the specialist considers the colour and texture of the stone. In this way, it is determined if it is a stone for exteriors or if it used to create furniture. Considering each of the characteristics of the stones will allow the specialist to make a good decision, and thus ensure that his work meets the needs and expectations of the owner of the building.		In addition to this, the specialist considers the colour and texture of the stone. In this way, it is determined if it is a stone for exteriors or if it used to create furniture. Considering each of the characteristics of the stones will allow the specialist to make a good decision, and thus ensure that his work meets the needs and expectations of the owner of the building.

−	~~[[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]]~~ [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]]	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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Editor at 12:44, 7 February 2023

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−	Stone is a building material used since ancient times, because of its material qualities, hardness and resistance to weathering, professionals to continue use it as a key construction material today~~. Also, its applications with other materials to build Precast Roofs are obvious~~. Stone is a natural element and as a material it must be quarried, extracted and worked with until it is ready for use in construction, for example in precast roofs. It offers a guaranteed form of construction and long useful life.	+	Stone is a building material used since ancient times, because of its material qualities, hardness and resistance to weathering, professionals continue use it as a key construction material today. Stone is a natural element and as a material must be quarried, extracted and worked with until it is ready for use in construction, for example in precast roofs. It offers a guaranteed form of construction and long useful life.

−	If we compare stone with other construction materials, such as adobe or wood, it has some advantages, for example not requiring ~~much~~ maintenance despite a long useful life. ~~Some of Bridges Construction's instruments are [https://tbeexprestress.com/anchor-cone-manufacturer-india/ Anchor Cone], Anchor Heads, Wedges Plate, Strand Jacks, and Spacers. Therefore, it~~ is ~~ideal for controlling the temperature inside~~ a ~~home. It is not surprising that more~~ and ~~more construction projects take this material into account as the priority~~ in ~~a building~~.	+	If we compare stone with other construction materials, such as adobe or wood, it has some advantages, for example not requiring little maintenance despite a long useful life. It is often a high thermal mass material and can therefore help in controlling internal environments particularly in warm climates.

	== Applications Of Stone in Construction ==		== Applications Of Stone in Construction ==

−	In terms of classification, we must distinguish ~~them~~ based ~~on their~~ origin~~. The~~ material they contain, and the process that created them. It is necessary to distinguish between minerals and rocks~~. At this point~~, because they are both commonly referred to as “stones”. But their geological purpose is different. A mineral is a chemically homogeneous substance. Whereas a rock is a mixture of minerals. So, how are they classified based on their origin and isometrics?	+	In terms of classification, one must distinguish based origin, the material they contain, and the process that created them. It is necessary to distinguish between minerals and rocks, because they are often both commonly referred to as “stones”. But their geological purpose is different. A mineral is a chemically homogeneous substance. Whereas a rock is a mixture of minerals. So, how are they classified based on their origin and isometrics?

−	== The ~~Use~~ of ~~The Stone Depends~~ on ~~The Type~~ ==	+	== The use of stone depends on type ==

−	To choose a type of stone, the professional must know the characteristics ~~of each one. And what are the~~ differences between each one~~? That is to~~ determine ~~which one needs construction. This is related to the material and the process they had to become~~ a construction ~~element~~.	+	To choose a type of stone, the professional must know the characteristics and differences between each one. To determine a match for construction needs.

	Although they commonly call stones. A mineral is different from a rock since they have different destinations. In the case of the mineral, this has been a chemically homogeneous substance. Meanwhile, the combination of various minerals creates rock. So, which one is to use to build large buildings in the city?		Although they commonly call stones. A mineral is different from a rock since they have different destinations. In the case of the mineral, this has been a chemically homogeneous substance. Meanwhile, the combination of various minerals creates rock. So, which one is to use to build large buildings in the city?
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	== Magmatic Or Igneous Rocks ==		== Magmatic Or Igneous Rocks ==

−	~~We find This type of rock inside the earth.~~ Specifically, it is born from magma. ~~When~~ it cools or rises to the surface of the earth~~. Igneous~~ rocks ~~are born~~. The best-known magmatic or igneous rocks are granite and diorite~~. It is worth mentioning that these~~ are quite similar~~. And both~~ used as interior elements.	+	Specifically, it is born from magma. when it cools or rises to the surface of the earth to form igneous rocks. The best known magmatic or igneous rocks are granite and diorite, which are quite similar and often used as interior elements.

	Another example of igneous rocks is basalt. In general, this type of rock can be found on railway tracks. Their uses for this type of civil construction due to their strength and durability. However, there are many uses given to this type of rock in construction, namely:		Another example of igneous rocks is basalt. In general, this type of rock can be found on railway tracks. Their uses for this type of civil construction due to their strength and durability. However, there are many uses given to this type of rock in construction, namely:
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	Sedimentary rocks are made up of other rocks (hence their name). Through accumulation and thanks to a process of erosion, transport and sedimentation of other rocks, sedimentary rocks are born. Of course, it must be subject to both a chemical and physical process. So that they become consolidated materials, useful for construction. The most common sedimentary rocks in construction are:		Sedimentary rocks are made up of other rocks (hence their name). Through accumulation and thanks to a process of erosion, transport and sedimentation of other rocks, sedimentary rocks are born. Of course, it must be subject to both a chemical and physical process. So that they become consolidated materials, useful for construction. The most common sedimentary rocks in construction are:

−	Laja:	+	=== Laja (Piedra Laja Oxidada ?) ===

	Used to build floors, facades, and chimneys.		Used to build floors, facades, and chimneys.

−	Limestone:	+	=== Limestone ===

	Useful for making monuments and walls.		Useful for making monuments and walls.

−	Travertine:	+	=== Travertine ===

	Perfect for floors, façades, and furniture. So, it is useful for both indoors and outdoors.		Perfect for floors, façades, and furniture. So, it is useful for both indoors and outdoors.
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	== Why Use Stones for Construction Works? ==		== Why Use Stones for Construction Works? ==

−	~~The stones have~~ many qualities ~~that provide positive points~~ in construction~~. It’s~~ not just about strength and toughness; ~~a stone can~~ also ~~add~~ excellent appearance, high absorption, porosity, density, and thermal ~~conductivity. Each type of stone has excellent characteristics that significantly improve construction~~. ~~But which is the best?~~	+	Stones has many positive qualities in construction, it’s not just about strength and toughness; but also excellent appearance, high absorption, porosity, density and thermal mass.

−	The truth is that there is no perfect type of stone for construction. Rather, it is all about choosing the one that best suits the owner of the building. A professional knows how to distinguish the type of stone and its usefulness ~~for construction to carry out. This is how the same type of stone will not always. And the house will not necessarily require all the rocks~~ for construction.	+	The truth is that there is no perfect type of stone for construction. Rather, it is all about choosing the one that best suits the owner of the building. A professional knows how to distinguish the type of stone and its usefulness for construction.

	In general, consider the resistance of the stone. Thanks to this, we avoid the disintegration of the walls over time. However, must also consider the minerals that compose it. As this affects the cooling time and the structural shape of the stone.		In general, consider the resistance of the stone. Thanks to this, we avoid the disintegration of the walls over time. However, must also consider the minerals that compose it. As this affects the cooling time and the structural shape of the stone.

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−	Stone is a building material used since ancient times. Also, its applications with other materials to build Precast Roofs are obvious. ~~Its hardness and of course resistance have allowed professionals to continue using this~~ element~~, even today. This~~ must be extracted and worked until it is ~~ideal to build a building. Thanks to its characteristics~~. ~~The stone~~ offers ~~guarantees~~ of ~~a firm~~ construction and a long useful life.	+	Stone is a building material used since ancient times, because of its material qualities, hardness and resistance to weathering, professionals to continue use it as a key construction material today. Also, its applications with other materials to build Precast Roofs are obvious. Stone is a natural element and as a material it must be quarried, extracted and worked with until it is ready for use in construction, for example in precast roofs. It offers a guaranteed form of construction and long useful life.

−	Stone is a natural element that, once extracted, works to become a building material. As a result of its properties and qualities. It is a material that ensures the durability of the construction and extends its useful life.	+	If we compare stone with other construction materials, such as adobe or wood, it has some advantages, for example not requiring much maintenance despite a long useful life. Some of Bridges Construction's instruments are [https://tbeexprestress.com/anchor-cone-manufacturer-india/ Anchor Cone], Anchor Heads, Wedges Plate, Strand Jacks, and Spacers. Therefore, it is ideal for controlling the temperature inside a home. It is not surprising that more and more construction projects take this material into account as the priority in a building.
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−	If we compare stone with other construction materials~~. Such~~ as adobe ~~and~~ wood, it has ~~many more~~ advantages~~. For~~ example~~, it does~~ not ~~require as~~ much maintenance~~. And even so, its~~ useful life ~~is longer. In addition to this, the stone has the qualities of thermal insulation~~. Some of Bridges Construction's instruments are [https://tbeexprestress.com/anchor-cone-manufacturer-india/ Anchor Cone], Anchor Heads, Wedges Plate, Strand Jacks, and Spacers. Therefore, it is ideal for controlling the temperature inside a home. It is not surprising that more and more construction projects take this material into account as the priority in a building.	+

	== Applications Of Stone in Construction ==		== Applications Of Stone in Construction ==

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Stone is a building material used since ancient times. Also, its applications with other materials to build Precast Roofs are obvious. Its hardness and of course resistance have allowed professionals to continue using this element, even today. This must be extracted and worked until it is ideal to build a building. Thanks to its characteristics. The stone offers guarantees of a firm construction and a long useful life.

Stone is a natural element that, once extracted, works to become a building material. As a result of its properties and qualities. It is a material that ensures the durability of the construction and extends its useful life.

If we compare stone with other construction materials. Such as adobe and wood, it has many more advantages. For example, it does not require as much maintenance. And even so, its useful life is longer. In addition to this, the stone has the qualities of thermal insulation. Some of Bridges Construction's instruments are [https://tbeexprestress.com/anchor-cone-manufacturer-india/ Anchor Cone], Anchor Heads, Wedges Plate, Strand Jacks, and Spacers. Therefore, it is ideal for controlling the temperature inside a home. It is not surprising that more and more construction projects take this material into account as the priority in a building.

== Applications Of Stone in Construction ==

In terms of classification, we must distinguish them based on their origin. The material they contain, and the process that created them. It is necessary to distinguish between minerals and rocks. At this point, because they are both commonly referred to as “stones”. But their geological purpose is different. A mineral is a chemically homogeneous substance. Whereas a rock is a mixture of minerals. So, how are they classified based on their origin and isometrics?

== The Use of The Stone Depends on The Type ==

To choose a type of stone, the professional must know the characteristics of each one. And what are the differences between each one? That is to determine which one needs construction. This is related to the material and the process they had to become a construction element.

Although they commonly call stones. A mineral is different from a rock since they have different destinations. In the case of the mineral, this has been a chemically homogeneous substance. Meanwhile, the combination of various minerals creates rock. So, which one is to use to build large buildings in the city?

== Magmatic Or Igneous Rocks ==

We find This type of rock inside the earth. Specifically, it is born from magma. When it cools or rises to the surface of the earth. Igneous rocks are born. The best-known magmatic or igneous rocks are granite and diorite. It is worth mentioning that these are quite similar. And both used as interior elements.

Another example of igneous rocks is basalt. In general, this type of rock can be found on railway tracks. Their uses for this type of civil construction due to their strength and durability. However, there are many uses given to this type of rock in construction, namely:

=== Granite ===

This type of stone is abundant and has great firmness. Therefore, it is one of the most used stones in construction. It is an ideal element to manufacture surfaces, fireplaces, bathrooms, kitchen surfaces and more.

=== Basalt ===

It has great hardness despite being a fine grain. Due to its characteristics, its general uses are to make steps, pavements or cobblestones, foundations, and any engineering work.

=== Pumice ===

Another name by which it is known is pumice stone. Its uses are in construction. But in this field, it is quite useful to make a mixture of cement and light concrete. It is also used as an ornamental rock.

=== Sedimentary Rocks ===

Sedimentary rocks are made up of other rocks (hence their name). Through accumulation and thanks to a process of erosion, transport and sedimentation of other rocks, sedimentary rocks are born. Of course, it must be subject to both a chemical and physical process. So that they become consolidated materials, useful for construction. The most common sedimentary rocks in construction are:

Laja:

Used to build floors, facades, and chimneys.

Limestone:

Useful for making monuments and walls.

Travertine:

Perfect for floors, façades, and furniture. So, it is useful for both indoors and outdoors.

=== Metamorphic Rocks ===

As the name indicates, these are rocks that have changed their shape. For example, when an igneous or sedimentary rock is subject to high temperatures or pressure. This process generates a change in its minerals. And consequently, in the shape and arrangement of the grains. All this change gives rise to a new type of stone, the metamorphic.

In construction, the most popular metamorphic rocks are marble and slate. In the case of marble. Its uses are to apply on hard areas. Its objective is to provide resistance to inclement weather. For this reason, they are regularly used to make many things. Like fountains, sculptures, floors, facades, and kitchen countertops.

Meanwhile, slate is used for interior or exterior cladding as well as masonry. In addition to being resistant, this type of rock offers an excellent design that improves the appearance of the construction.

== Why Use Stones for Construction Works? ==

The stones have many qualities that provide positive points in construction. It’s not just about strength and toughness; a stone can also add excellent appearance, high absorption, porosity, density, and thermal conductivity. Each type of stone has excellent characteristics that significantly improve construction. But which is the best?

The truth is that there is no perfect type of stone for construction. Rather, it is all about choosing the one that best suits the owner of the building. A professional knows how to distinguish the type of stone and its usefulness for construction to carry out. This is how the same type of stone will not always. And the house will not necessarily require all the rocks for construction.

In general, consider the resistance of the stone. Thanks to this, we avoid the disintegration of the walls over time. However, must also consider the minerals that compose it. As this affects the cooling time and the structural shape of the stone.

In addition to this, the specialist considers the colour and texture of the stone. In this way, it is determined if it is a stone for exteriors or if it used to create furniture. Considering each of the characteristics of the stones will allow the specialist to make a good decision, and thus ensure that his work meets the needs and expectations of the owner of the building.

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