Steve:

It would be interesting for you to provide Bullamanka with an example of a mortar
analyses of a historic lime mortar that you feel is particularly informative. At
Dell Corporation, we find that mortar analyses reports for mortars that are 50 to
60 years old or less can be useful to the guy in the field. For historic lime
mortars, the reports are not very helpful except to fill in space in the
specifications.  For the mortars from that  in between time period, the results
are mixed.  This may be because we are not able to read the information in a
helpful way. Could you provide an example and some back ground on the mortar
analysis reports and how to use them.

Bryan
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"S. Stokowski" wrote:

> Ms. Stevens:
>
> We perform mortar analyses.  We've analyzed all types of mortars, including
> those made with hydrated lime, hydraulic lime, Portland cement, coal sand,
> abrasive sand, limestone, and shells.  Our reports contain both the concise
> summary necessary for the practical needs of the mason, and the text and
> photographic documentation required for the architectural record.  Both
> masons and architects use our services.  Please reply with your fax and phone
> numbers so that I can give you an example report and call to discuss your
> project.
>
> Steve Stokowski
> Stone Products Consultants
> 10 Clark St., Ste. A
> Ashland, Mass. 01721
> 508-881-6364 (ph. & fax)
> http://members.aol.com/crushstone/petro.htm
>
> As reposted by Heidi Harendza
> <<Dear fellow histogeeks,
> Anyone out there know a firm that does mortar analysis? Prefer someone
> in N.J., however a reliable firm will do . Thanks
> Stephanie Stevens
> Readington Township Museums>>