Stone Initiatives's profile

Stone Initiatives has provided analytical heritage services for the restoration of a 157-year-old railway viaduct located in the South Australian township of Currency Creek. Engaged by Aecom, Stone Initiatives carried out testing and analysis to inform the repair of the viaduct’s piers, including identification of original stone types, compositional analysis...

Stone Initiatives specialises in the testing and evaluation of building stone and related materials such as historical coatings, mortar and cement products. Working alongside heritage architects, we carry out trials and perform a range of on-site and in-lab testing. https://stonemtg.com.au/services/heritage-services/

Our staff have decades of experience in determining slip resistance, having worked on commercial projects throughout Australia. Every team member is committed to providing the highest standards of service, whether it’s in our lab or on site at your project. https://stonemtg.com.au/why-slip-test-with-us/

Our NATA-accredited laboratory is run by skilled technicians who help solve problems and minimise the risk of trips and falls in your project. Our Adelaide-based slip testing team is certified to test to AS 4586:2013 (New Pedestrian Surfaces) and AS 4663:2013 (Existing Pedestrian Surfaces). We offer same-day slip testing* for Adelaide projects (we test Austr...

Stone Initiatives specialises in the testing and evaluation of building stone and related materials such as historical coatings, mortar and cement products. Working alongside heritage architects, we carry out trials and perform a range of on-site and in-lab testing. https://stonemtg.com.au/services/heritage-services/

Rising damp is a serious matter that can cause significant damage to a building’s structure and lead to health issues due to mould growth. To minimise these deleterious effects, signs of rising damp – such as deteriorating stone or render, flaking paint and musty smells – should be investigated promptly. https://stonemtg.com.au/2023/03/10/rising-damp-and-sal...