Resources

Industry Insight & Helpful Documents

INDIANA LIMESTONE

Since 1928, the Indiana Limestone Institute of America (ILIA) has been an active advocate for the Indiana Limestone industry. Listed below are some of the more frequently consulted documents pertaining to Indiana limestone. For a more exhaustive review visit the ILIA website INDIANA LIMESTONE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA.

Indiana Limestone Institute Handbook 22nd Edition

Indiana Limestone Architectural Specification

Beam and Lintel Table – table used to calculate dimension for self support limestone beams and lintels

Contractor’s Handbook 7th Edition – handling and storing stone, anchors, joints, sealants, cleaning, etc.

Repairing Damage 2nd Edition – basic review of methods to repair limestone

How to Avoid Small Area Stains and Blemishes – a comprehensive review of cleaning and maintaining limestone

Cleaning Pad Marks – a study by the Indiana Geological Survey

Limestone Life Cycle Analysis – a study by the Natural Stone Council

BRICK, BUILDING STONE, MASONRY AND LANDSCAPE

Numerous sources exist offering technical assistance with building stone and masonry applications. Contact Tri-State Cut Stone & Brick for help with your questions or visit any of the following sources for additional information.

Brick Industry Association

Natural Stone Institute

Natural Stone Council

Polycor Trade Publications

Polycor Hardscapes and Masonry Technical Library

International Masonry Institute

Masonry Institute of America

Construction Specifications Institute

Eden-Valders Stone Resources

Halquist Stone Resources

Reading Rock Resources

Unilock Resources