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Glossary of stone terms.(Glossary)
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Stone World
| Date:
December 1, 2006
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abrasive finish -- a flat non-reflective surface finish for marble.
abutment -- a solid stone "springer" at the lowest point of an arch or vault.
adhered -- veneer secured and supported through adhesion to an approved bonding material applied over an approved backing.
agate -- a variegated variety of quartz showing colored bands or other markings (clouded, moss-like, etc.).
anchors -- types for stonework include those made o...
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