1.1 This guide describes materials and procedures for restoring facades constructed of or finished with dimension stone. All of the materials, procedures, and principles are suitable for restoration of historic and nonhistosric structures.
1.2 This guide is not intended to address restoration of interior dimension stone, although many of the materials and procedures may be suitable for interior use.
1.3 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM C1722-23 Referenced Document
ASTM C10 Specification for Natural Cement (Withdrawn 1978)
ASTM C1180 Standard Terminology of Mortar and Grout for Unit Masonry
ASTM C119 Standard Terminology Relating to Dimension Stone*, 2023-06-01 Update
ASTM C1242 Standard Guide for Selection, Design, and Installation of Dimension Stone Attachment Systems*, 2023-11-15 Update
ASTM C1324 Standard Test Method for Examination and Analysis of Hardened Masonry Mortar
ASTM C141 Standard Specification for Hydraulic Hydrated Lime for Structural Purposes
ASTM C1489 Standard Specification for Lime Putty for Structural Purposes
ASTM C150 Standard Specification for Portland Cement
ASTM C1515 Standard Guide for Cleaning of Exterior Dimension Stone, Vertical And Horizontal Surfaces, New or Existing
ASTM C1521 Standard Practice for Evaluating Adhesion of Installed Weatherproofing Sealant Joints
ASTM C1707 Standard Specification for Pozzolanic Hydraulic Lime for Structural Purposes
ASTM C207 Standard Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes
ASTM C270 Standard Specification for Mortar For Unit Masonry
ASTM C5 Standard Specification for Quicklime for Structural Purposes
ASTM C91 Standard Specification for Masonry Cement
ASTM C1722-23 history
2023ASTM C1722-23 Standard Guide for Repair and Restoration of Dimension Stone
2018ASTM C1722-18 Standard Guide for Repair and Restoration of Dimension Stone
2011ASTM C1722-11 Standard Guide for Repair and Restoration of Dimension Stone