Structures Made of Natural Stone

Tests of Natural Stone for Safe Construction

Natural stone is highly appreciated as a robust and versatile material for facades, paths, and public squares. TÜV Rheinland experts can take on the responsibility of inspecting and performing expert assessments of natural stone that comply with applicable European standards and the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). We will be glad to give you comprehensive advice on the use of natural stone – whether your project involves masonry load-bearing wall construction or the protection of historical monuments.

Benefits at a Glance

With TÜV Rheinland’s internationally recognized inspections of natural stone, you can:

  • Receive comprehensive support from a single source for your projects that use natural stone
  • Document your compliance with all applicable standards and statutory regulations
  • Reduce your risk of liability by applying and documenting your compliance with safety standards
  • Take advantage of our more than 30 years of experience with natural stone, ranging from inspection and expert assessment to consultation
  • Take advantage of our services as a certified inspection body and our accredited lab

Our Inspection and Expert Assessment Services for Natural Stone

Our experts offer you a wide range of services related to the use of natural stone. These include:

  • Consultation on the CE marking of natural stone and of products derived from natural stone
  • Performance of all inspections and tests required by European regulations
  • Inspection and testing in compliance with the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
  • Expert assessment
  • Advice on the use and laying of natural stone, consultation in cases of damage, and assistance in the search for possible replacement stone, for example, for protected historical monuments
  • Chemical test methods, for example, in case of discolorations
  • Other test methods, for example, for artificial stone
  • Customized testing
  • Expert assessment and consultation on natural stone used in load-bearing wall construction
  • Construction engineering evaluation of natural stone artwork and procurement of the Z.i.E. special permit
  • Construction engineering evaluation and consultation on construction