What This Resource Covers
Stone Corner House documents dry-stack and mortar stonework, foundation types, material selection, and traditional building methods drawn from regional practice across Canada. The content is primarily informational — it describes techniques, explains structural principles, and notes where regional conditions affect outcomes.
The three main areas covered are dry-stack construction (walls and structures built without mortar), mortared stonework and joint repair, and stone foundations in Canadian residential and heritage buildings. Each article is written to be read independently, though they cross-reference one another where topics overlap.
Who Maintains This Resource
Stone Corner House is maintained by a small team based in Ottawa, Ontario, with an interest in traditional masonry methods and Canadian building heritage. The content draws on published guidance from Parks Canada, the National Building Code, provincial heritage bodies, and documented regional masonry practice.
This is not a contractor directory, a certification body, or a trade association. It does not endorse specific products or suppliers. External links are included where authoritative sources provide useful additional context.
Contact
For corrections, questions about content, or information about regional stonework practices we may not have covered, contact us at:
- Email: info@stonecornerhouse.org
- Phone: (613) 555-0182
- Address: 1204 Wellington St W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2Z5
Response times vary. We do not provide project-specific advice or assessments.
Disclaimer
The information on this site is provided for general reference purposes. Stone masonry and foundation work involve structural and safety considerations that vary by site, soil conditions, local building code requirements, and the specific condition of existing materials. Any structural work on a building should be assessed and executed by qualified professionals familiar with the applicable codes in your jurisdiction.
Stone Corner House does not accept liability for outcomes resulting from the use of information published here. Always consult a licensed professional before undertaking structural masonry work.