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BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 2:05 PM Page a A Publication of Building Stone Institute Winter 2007 VVolumeolume 30, Number 4 LIMESTONE’SLIMESTONE’S BROADBROAD APPEALAPPEAL PLUS:PLUS: RestoringRestoring NaturalNatural StoneStone BSI FullPage Template 12/7/07 5:59 PM Page 1 BSI FullPage Template 9/10/07 11:09 AM Page 1 BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 12:57 PM Page 2 Winter 2007 Volume 30 • Number 4 Contents 8 Photo courtesy of Adam Ross Cut Stone Features Departments 8 Stone Restoration: 6 President's Message Preserving the Past Historical Feature The design and solid construction of historic stone structures often 70 Still Boss reflect the best work of accomplished stone masons and stone carvers from their respective time periods. Discover why we cannot afford to The winner of the Building lose the materials, ideas, skills and knowledge of the past. Stone Institute's 2004 Tucker Award looms large over New York City. Take a trip back in time to the infamous Tweed Courthouse. 24 Keep It Clean From small residential front porches to massive church walls, stone 76 Industry News restoration and preservation requires detail and expertise. Learn how New York's Trinity Church returned to its original glory, plus gain tips for 80 Advertising Index smaller projects. On the Cover: The Washington National Cathedral is one of many buildings in our nation's capital made from limestone. In this issue, discover why limestone is an ideal 30 Natural Stone Maintenance choice for projects from ornate To avoid costly restoration projects, proper maintenance of natural architecture to garden landscapes. stone is required. Choosing the right care products is essential. Photo courtesy of Indiana Limestone Company 2 BUILDING STONE MAGAZINE Winter 2007 www.buildingstonemagazine.com BSI FullPage Template 12/19/07 3:49 PM Page 1 BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 12:58 PM Page 4 Winter 2007 Contents Features Photograph by Michael Rogol 42 Building with Limestone Due in part to its beauty, workability and structural integrity, limestone often is a 70 favored material among architects, builders and owners. 56 Outside In: Contemporary Design Trends Natural stone is hot, hot, hot -- and it’s making a statement in new ways all over residential and commercial properties. 30 Photo courtesy of Josveek Huligar 42 56 Photo courtesy of Indiana Limestone Company Photo courtesy of Sisler Johnston Interior Design 4 BUILDING STONE MAGAZINE Winter 2007 www.buildingstonemagazine.com ParkIndustries_Fall06 8/8/06 1:16 PM Page 1 BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 1:24 PM Page 6 BSI President's Message BUILDING STONE INSTITUTE BSI Membership Offers Margie Lechowicz, Executive Vice President 551 TOLLGATE ROAD, SUITE C ELGIN, IL 60123 Tel: 847.695.0170 Fax: 847.695.0174 Opportunities for Learning Web: www.buildingstoneinstitute.org E-mail: [email protected] BUILDING STONE INSTITUTE 2007 OFFICERS 2007 President Scott Buechel Vice President Robert Barden AM PLEASED TO HAVE the opportunity to introduce myself to you in this issue of Immediate Past President Rick Jones Building Stone Magazine. This magazine, the flagship publication of the Building Stone Treasurer Doug Bachli Secretary Robert Hicken IInstitute (BSI), with a circulation of more than 17,000, offers a comprehensive view of the latest trends in the natural stone trade and serves as a resource for the latest information on BOARD OF DIRECTORS Buddie Barnes Bernard Buster BSI’s programs, products and services. George Bybee Duffe Elkins John Grubb John Mattke As I assume the role of the President of the Board of Directors of BSI, I am honored to be Sharad Muralidhar Thomas Schlough guiding the path of this outstanding trade association, which has, for nearly 90 years, been work- Liz Serven Ron Vetter ing on behalf of its member companies, representing all facets of the natural stone industry. PROFESSIONAL BOARD MEMBERS Historically, trade and professional associations have played important roles in society. One Robert H. 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Printed in U.S.A. 6 BUILDING STONE MAGAZINE Winter 2007 www.buildingstonemagazine.com BSI FullPage Template 9/7/07 2:23 PM Page 1 BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 1:00 PM Page 8 STONE RESTORATION Preserving the Old for New Generations By Mark Haverstock 8 BUILDING STONE MAGAZINE Winter 2007 www.buildingstonemagazine.com BSI3004_Win07 12/21/07 1:00 PM Page 9 Photo courtesy of Tourism Toronto courtesy of Tourism Photo ISTORIC STONE and contractors to successfully STRUCTURES are match or recycle stone on a vari- Hprecious resources that provide ety of restorations. Here, Build- us with a tangible link to our ing Stone Magazine examines past. Their unique designs and several of these projects. solid construction often reflect the best work of accomplished Toronto’s Old City Hall stone masons and stone carvers What Toronto residents refer from their respective time peri- to as “Old City Hall” is located ods. We cannot afford to lose the on Queen Street at the top of materials, ideas, skills and the original Bay Street. It was knowledge of our past. begun in 1889 but not opened Though natural stone is until 10 years later on Sept. 18, among the most durable materi- 1899. In one structure, these als used for construction, it ages municipal buildings combined and weathers with time, necessi- City Hall, in the east portion, tating repair or replacement. and the courthouse in the west. OPPOSITE LEFT: What Toronto Finding suitable stone for the This building is constructed residents refer to as “Old City Hall” is located on Queen Street at the top of the repair of historic structures can mostly of Credit Valley sand- original Bay Street. It was begun in 1889 be difficult, since few of the orig- stone, a grey stone with a sand- but not opened until 10 years later on Sept. 18, 1899. inal quarries remain in use. paper-like texture quarried near Often, significant detective work Toronto. Massive, round-arched, is required for stone identifica- and richly carved, it is in the tion, sourcing and matching. Romanesque Revival style, If the exact stone is no longer which was popular in cities available, other options can be throughout North America at considered. Hundreds of quar- the time. The interior includes a ries around the United States large stained glass window by produce a wide variety of build- Robert McCausland.