In a message dated 6/6/0 2:35:16 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:

>Anyone have thoughts on setting cast-iron handrailings into stone>

I've heard that sulfur was used in this way.  Have several times used heat
from an acetylene torch to remove railings (thinking I was melting the lead)
and smelled that familiar sulfur stench.  Can someone else verify this and
perhaps explain the why's and wherefore's?  I remember sulfur's low melting
point from chemistry class...guess it then re-solidifies into a strong-enough
material to fill the void!?

Wonder what that contractor uses on his copper fittings or how he counter
flashes a rubble stone wall?

John Mascaro