Ghirardi is Italy's number one STONE CONTRACTOR, where customer requirements encounter design capability and the resulting idea is then developed by a team of experts. Ghirardi stone contractors adopts an innovative concept in the supply of high-profile technical services connected with natural stone, which requires quality, expertise and problem-solving ability, as well as distinctive skills in developing a project.  

Starting from an initial concept, Ghirardi provides highly-performing solutions using evolved laying methods and technically advanced systems. Being able to handle any job flexibly has become an added advantage that has remained unchanged through the years and allows the company to supervise the entire process with care, skill and professionalism.  

Ghirardi offers consulting and engineering services for the construction of buildings where natural stone is used for ventilated façades and interior and exterior coverings. Technical choices and a careful selection of materials play a fundamental role in the surfacing of new buildings, as well as in restoration work and preservation of the architectural and urban heritage.  

Choice of materials:
Selection of colours and samples
Analysis of surface finishes
Examination of climatic or environmental conditions
Verification of physical and mechanical characteristics


Engineering:
Preliminary assessment and design
Executive engineering
Detailed drawings
Study and calculation of mechanical anchors
Laying method analysis


• Rendering with actual materials used
• Advice, laboratory tests and CE certifications

• Executive site surveys
• Management of orders and complex projects
• Planning and monitoring of material procurement, production and execution stage lead times
• Works management and assistance
• Supervision
• Laying
• Testing
• Application of surface finishes
• Quality control

• Search for and verification of resources (quarries)
• Evaluation of the extraction potential to meet the supply requirements
• Procurement of material samples straight from the quarry
• Preparation and execution of laboratory tests in accordance with normative requirements
• Comparison of technical properties of materials
• Verification of compliance with normative requirements
• Geological analyses and mining research
• Optimisation of extraction activities