Our Blog
All the latest news on our specialist repair schemes and related activities brought to you with a hefty dose of insight into the inner workings of our humble company.
New Additions to the St Astier Team
In the spring of 2017, St Astier decided to bring in several new employees. They have since developed their skills to become invaluable...
The Centenary of World War I
Cambois War Memorial Defective mortar joints re-pointed with a natural hydraulic lime mortar. Letters to the granite plaques repainted....
Enhanced Demonstration Area
We’ve had a number of visitors to our Head Office over the last month or so, from local authorities to commercial organisations looking...
Understanding Concrete Carbonation
Outside of direct mechanical damage or fire, the corrosion of steel reinforcement remains at the heart of most cases of concrete failure....
2012 Christmas Picture Quiz
Christmas is almost upon us once more and as tradition dictates, I’ve been busy putting together a picture quiz for the family to enjoy...
Saving Time on PPQs, RFQs and Similar Tasks
How much time do you spend filling out construction related forms with the same standard information? Whether you're on the client or...
Damage Caused By Chloride Attack
Chloride attack poses a significant threat to reinforced concrete especially for structures in marine environments or those that are...
Making Work Placements Work
Today marks the last day of a year-long placement for Rob Thomas, an undergraduate studying Business Management at Northumbria University,...
A MK1A Supermarine Spitfire in Stone
Shown emerging from the clouds, this is believed to be the first ever 3D Spitfire carved from stone. It is the work of our partnering...
Welcome to our New Site
I’m very excited to announce that our new website is now ‘officially’ live after a long, long gestation period. We’ve been working really...