The craft
The work of craftspeople is the exact opposite of mass production. The things we create, as stonemasons and artisans, are unique by definition. This means each task presents a new challenge. The ability to improvise is as much a part of our trade as precise planning and a strong sense for possible problems and solutions.
You can find out what it means to practise the traditional profession of stonemasonry here
Quarrying
Stone is extracted at quarries by various methods. The stone that stonemasons use in new pieces of work has to be of the best possible quality. In the past, when stone was quarried by pure muscle power, every piece was used… read more
Forging Tools
Since ancient times, stonemasons have worked with hand-forged iron chisels. Since different types of stone have different properties, chisels are made according to their demands. As such, the cutting edge of a chisel for granite is… read more
New Pieces of Work
Traditionally, creating new pieces is at the heart of a stonemason’s work. This requires precise planning, a trained eye, a great deal of dexterity and plenty of patience. Anyone who wants to create a piece of work by hand… read more
Replacing Stones
There comes a point when a stone is no longer repairable or not worth repairing. When this happens, a new stone of the same shape as the old one is usually built into the facade. It’s basically like playing with Lego bricks… read more