The perceived increasing use of ‘restoration mortars’ for the conservation of historic masonry is often viewed as controversial due to the long-standing contention associated with ‘plastic’ repairs in ...

Mortarless stone veneer is a modern decor trend that also harkens back to ancient times — when master builders created grand structures without mortar. Without power tools, diamond-blade wet saws or ...

Artisans around the world are ditching the mortar and embracing an old method of building rock walls Clachtoll Broch, a Scottish dwelling with dry stone walls, was built at least 2,000 years ago. Its ...