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Introduction to Dry Stone Masonry

5-day training
Dates:
Session A: March 31 – April 4, 2025 (1-202527a) – Location: Centre de la Paix-Dieu
Session B: July 7 – 11, 2025 (1-202527b) – Location: Centre de la Paix-Dieu
Session C: September 22 – 26, 2025 (2-202534) – Location: Pôle de la Pierre

Program: Introduction to the principles of dry stone masonry, learning specific stone-cutting techniques on different types of stone, and a theoretical module on the heritage, landscape, and environmental aspects of the technique.

Professions

Mason in built heritage

Business Area

Stone crafts

Dates

From 31/03/2025 to 26/09/2025

Location

Belgium

Proposed by

La Paix-Dieu - Centre des métiers du patrimoine

Related training

Basket-Maker, Blacksmith, Brick maker, Carpenter, Mason in built heritage, Stone cutter

Placement for trainee

Flexible dates

1) You are training in a building trade (masonry, stone carving, carpentry)?2) You can go on a placement established by your school or training institution? This internship is for you! Don’t hesitate to send us your application now at participer@guedelon.fr Applicants must attend an on-site interview in order to visit the site and meet the […]

Stone Cleaning

LE PÔLE DE LA PIERRE
From 24/11/2025 to 26/11/2025
Soignies, Belgium

Overview of stone pathologies. Introduction to different cleaning techniques (advantages and disadvantages, desired effects, negative impacts and limitations of use, cost, and profitability). Detailed presentation and demonstration of various cleaning techniques. Treatment products (water repellents, anti-graffiti coatings). Selection of an appropriate method.

Stoneturner

Degradation and Conservation of Stone

LE PÔLE DE LA PIERRE
From 08/12/2025 to 11/12/2025
Soignies, Belgium

Over time, stone undergoes alterations caused by several factors such as pollution, humidity, and physical shocks. Identifying these alterations and their causes is a crucial step in determining the most appropriate intervention: substitution, consolidation, or restoration of the affected element. Program: Mechanisms of stone degradation Pathologies of stone materials Interactions of supports with pollutants Diagnostic […]

Stone engraver

Introduction to Contemporary Mosaic on Stone

LE PÔLE DE LA PIERRE
From 15/02/2025 to 22/02/2025
Soignies, Belgium

The first discovery day allows participants to explore the different materials used in contemporary mosaic and start working on a small support (15/15 cm). The following five workshops, scheduled for 2025, focus on the techniques and materials used, including the use of the cutting tool and hammer. Participants will create a personal project, which includes […]