ADDIS COLLEGE

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

Course Title ; CIVIL ENGINEERING WORKSHOP PRACTICE

Assignment Title ; STONE MASONRY

Submitted by ; Tamiru Robi Id No ; 248/2014

Hiwot
Ashagre
Tilahun

Submitted to ; Asmare

November 29, 2022

Addis Abeba
Table of Contents
 What is Stone masonry?
 Types of Stone Masonry
o Rubble Masonry:
 1.  Coursed Rubble Masonry:
 a. First class coursed rubble Masonry
 b. Second class coursed rubble masonry:
  c. Third class coursed rubble masonry:
 2. Un-coursed Rubble Masonry:
  3. Random Rubble Masonry:
 4. Dry Rubble Masonry:
 5. Polygonal Rubble Masonry:
 6. Flint Rubble Masonry:
o Ashlar Masonry:
 1. Ashlar fine:
 2. Ashlar Rough Tooled:
 3. Ashlar quarry faced:
 4. Ashlar Chamfered:
 5. Ashlar Block In Course Masonry:
 6. Ashlar facing:
 Difference Between Dry Rubble Masonry and Random Rubble Masonry and Coursed
Rubble Masonry
 Tools Used in stone Masonry
 Important points for stone masonry:
 Stone surface finishing:
 Joints in stone masonry:
o 1. Butt joint or Square joint:
o  2. Lap or Rebated joint:
o 3. Joggle or Tongued and grooved joint:
o 4. Dowel joint:
 o 5. Cramp Joint:
o 6. Plugged joint:

What is Stone Masonry?

Stonemasonry is essentially a type of construction technique that uses stones as the main
material. Stones are cut, shaped, and placed to form structures and designs. Masons use them
together with mortar to build foundations, walls, floors, and columns. 
Because stones are an abundant and natural material, homes that use stone masonry tend to be
very durable and long-lasting. Since it’s weather-resistant and requires very little
maintenance, stone masonry is a great choice for sustainable home designs.
Types of Stone Masonry.
Although there is a wide variety of different masonry techniques, stone masonry can be divided
into two basic types – rubble masonry and ashlar masonry, each with its own subtypes.
Understanding these basic techniques will give you a better understanding of what’s being done
to your home as well as help you communicate with your mason about which design and method
you prefer.