Stonemasons carve many different types of stone, from granite to marble to produce objects, decorations and building finishes.

They construct both decorative objects and work on buildings to help construct walls, arches and ornamental decorations.

To do this work, it is essential that stonemasons have a good understanding of the properties and tolerances of many different types of stone.

Stonemasons use a variety of power tools and hand tools. They may also use detailed blueprints if undertaking a complex project and will repair and maintain stonework as well.

Famous works include the Taj Mahal in India, Stonehenge in the UK and the Parthenon, Greece.

Fast Facts

The UK representative in Stonemasonry at WorldSkills Calgary 2009, Oliver Clack, has completed restoration work on such London Landmarks as The Monument and St Lawrence Jewry fountain at St Paul’s Cathedral.
Source: WorldSkills, UK Alumni                                                                                           

Stone has been used to construct many of the long lasting, ancient monuments, artefacts, cathedrals and cities in a wide variety of cultures. Famous landmarks made from stone include the Taj Mahal, Cusco's Incan Wall, Easter Island's Statues, the Egyptian Pyramids and Stonehenge.                           

Source: Wikipedia

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George Plant

Nation: United Kingdom
Competition: 2007
Skill: Stonemasonry

What did you take away from WorldSkills?

I remember looking around at my team mates and realising what good relationships we had built and what we had achieved in Japan. It was good to know that you are one of the best in the world!

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