Benv2423-2013 Christopher Tee

Trailer Scenario

Base on the fact that my environment is a paradise island where there is limited access and resources on the island, the timeline of the paradise island of 100 years runs like this.

> Paradise Island quickly become a popular holiday destination
> Business boomed, owner of the island multimillionaire, renovation undertaken
> Decades past however market crashed, owner had to sell everything and the island becomes dessert and forgotten.
> 100 years has past and the resort is slowly consumed by the island

Environment of the Island

Rubbish and human waste scattered around the island
Overgrowth of flora and fauna emerges
Ponds become swamps
Insect are abundant
Naturally building decay and natural reclaims what was theirs

Further Research of Decaying Marble

There is very limited information of marble building being decayed on a large scale because they are relics and luxurious however I've looked further by researching marble on a smaller scale which are more likely to be forgotten or had more interaction with humans such as statutes, so hopefully follow the way it decays with the environment.

Old stains on marble

Parthenon pediment statues

antique marble bench

Barcelona Pavilion characteristics after 100 years

Despite mainly constructed out of marble the situation of the building will retain most of it form due to the fact that marble is indestructible because of its properties, its a form of quartz!! It will have discolouration, edges become blunt or broken, not shiny, the tiles will crack under pressure from nature and heavy.

Reggia de Caserta

As you can see even thought however centuries of being built, form of the marble has lasted through the ages.

Barcelona Pavilion into Crysis

Material Research

Onyx

Originally formed from quartz, it is known to be extremely similar to agate.
Quartz is the most common type of mineral found in the world and makes up 12% of the world’s crust. Onyx is also similar to agate, another quartz material.

Onyx has a cryptocrystalline structure that includes very small crystals. Cryptocrystalline structures are very grainy and fine. While they have crystals, they can not be seen by the naked eye and must be viewed by at least a light microscope.

Onyx is similar to Agate, except for the fact that its bands are parallel with one another and are the same consistency. Onyx comes in several colors, most notably black, black with white bands, red, brown and reddish brown. It should be noted that red, brown and reddish brown quartz are usually called Sardonyx.

It has a hardness of 7 on the Moh’s scale and works great with many jewelry gemstones and precious metals.

All onyx has naturally occurring cracks and fissures. It is a fragile material. Expect to see factory repairs. The quality of the repair is dependent upon the factory of origin, the fabricator of the stone and the installer. Use an experienced fabricator familiar with working and repairing onyx. Waste materials should be factored in to fabrication as repairs and reinforcements will likely need to be made. Complex cut to size projects are not advised.

Rating	ABRASION RESISTANCE (The ability of a material to resist surface wear.)
Technical Performance Specs
Low	This material has low abrasion resistance. It rates as a 1-3 on the Mohs scale. Light scratching will occur with exposure to sand and other abrasives. The finish will patina or dull over time as a result of this scratching. Always use a cutting board for countertop applications and walk-off mats at entrances in flooring applications.
Rating	ABSORPTION (The relative porosity of a material.)
Moderate	This material has a low to moderate absorption rate. Always seal this material prior to use. To reduce the appearance of stains, always wipe up spills immediately. Oil and highly-pigmented liquids can penetrate and stain the stone and may need poultice to remove the stain.
Rating	ACID SENSITIVITY (The likelihood of a material reacting to acidic foods or liquids.)
High	This material is highly sensitive to acids. Acid etching will be highly visible on this material when exposed to acidic foods such as lemons or tomatoes. Do not use this material on kitchen countertop applications where acid etching is a concern. If acid etching is a concern, select a minimally sensitive material.
Rating	FREEZE-THAW (The ability of a material to withstand freeze-thaw cycles in exterior applications.)
Not Recommended	Due to known material weakness or because this material has not been tested, this material is not approved for use in exterior applications.

Exterior Cladding	Exterior Pavers	Interior Walls	Interior Floors	Kitchen Countertops	Other Countertops	Wet Areas	Traffic
Applications
NA	NA	X	NA	NA	X	X	Not a flooring project

Care + Maintenance Tips

Onyx must be handled with extreme care in both fabrication and installation.
Onyx is suitable for interior wall applications, not for floors. Onyx is sometimes used on vanities and other non-food service countertops; in these instances, the end user must be made aware of its acid sensitivity and fragility.
Always use a neutral detergent to clean onyx.

Marbles

a crystalline rock which, if pure, would be composed entirely of carbonate of lime (calcium carbonate, CaC0₃, the original material of limestone). It is a rock valued for its beauty and is widely used for making statuary and monuments, for architectural treatment in construction, and for ornamentation. Many limestones which become decorative when polished are also termed marbles.

Composition and Physical Characteristics

True marble is a metamorphosed, recrystallized equivalent of limestone, from which it was formed by heat, pressure, or a combination of both. A pure marble would have a chemical analysis of 56 per cent calcium oxide (lime, CaO), and 44 per cent carbon dioxide, CO2, but even the finest grades of white marble are not completely pure. Foreign substances have been introduced, to varying degree, during the formation of all marbles used commercially. Streaks and variegated colors are caused by the action of oxides of iron and other chemicals. Among accessory minerals which contribute to color and color patterns in the various marbles are quartz, mica, talc, pyrites, graphite, feldspar, and iron oxides. These impurities had their origin in sands, clays, dolomites, organic material, and other substances in the original calcite (calcium carbonate). The heat in the earth’s crust liberated carbon dioxide from the calcite; the remaining calcium oxide combined with silica to produce silicates, among other reactions, and a variety of minerals resulted.

Typically, commercially used marbles have a specific gravity of about 2.70 and a compressive strength of 10,000 pounds per square inch. They are capable of withstanding heat up to 1200° F. without injury and are durable in a dry atmosphere, but will deteriorate under continued damp exposure or when subjected to an acid atmosphere.

Types of Marble

Commercial marbles are classified into three groups: high-calcium or dolomitic types (with the greatest variety of uses), onyx marbles, and serpentine marbles. Onyx marbles are crystalline, translucent rocks resulting from the deposition of lime carbonate from cold waters. Serpentine marble is an abundant, granular, hydrous silicate of magnesia widely used for making vases and for ornamental work.

Statuary-grade marbles are the purest, whitest, and most homogeneous. They must be of a single shade and free from hard or soft spots, iron inclusions, or other defects. All marbles, including limestones so classed, are distinguished on the basis of color. Uniformity in tones of color is important in architecture, while striking effects of varied colors determine the choice for ornamental work. Adequate crushing strength, low absorption, and uniformity of coefficient of expansion are required for building work.

Care + Maintenance Tips

Always seal marble prior to use.
To reduce the appearance of etching in kitchen countertop applications, choose a honed, white marble with a low-moderate absorption rating.
To reduce the appearance of staining, always wipe up spills immediately. Oil and highly-pigmented liquids can penetrate and stain the stone and may need poultice to remove the stain.
Always use a neutral detergent to clean marble.
Always check the abrasion resistance rating. For marble with a lower abrasion resistance rating, use walk-off mats at entrances and expect the material to patina rapidly.
If acid etching is an issue, choose a material with minimal acid sensitivity rating, such as quartzite or granite.

References:
Onyx
http://www.stonesource.com/?stone=greige-onyx
http://www.gemstoneeducation.com/Onyx.htm

Marble
http://www.rugusavay.com/information-on-marble-properties-types-uses/
http://www.stonesource.com/marble