You may have a specific reason why you like stone walkways, but there are actually four huge benefits to having these magnificent walkways installed. With summer approaching, now is a great time to have a professional masonry contractor work on… Read More
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The Benefits of Stone Walkways
April 1st, 2016Questions to Ask Your Masonry Contractor
March 25th, 2016According to the Mason Contractors Association of America, qualified masons receive training to work with a several different materials, including bricks, natural rock, concrete, and tiles made of terra cotta, ceramic or stone. However, every masonry contractor has their own… Read More
Concrete Masonry is Kind to the Environment
March 17th, 2016Sustainable solutions are very important in construction projects, and more and more companies are just realizing the benefits of concrete masonry. From helping businesses with energy efficiency to using minimal equipment, concrete masonry is a great way to be environmentally… Read More
The Benefits of Building a Retaining Wall
March 11th, 2016Does part of your property slope towards your home? You may want to build a retaining wall. This is a wall that diverts runoff away from the home to prevent flooding. Plus, it can add a lot of flair to… Read More
Where Does Granite Come From?
March 4th, 2016While everyone knows that granite and natural stone make beautiful signs and hardscaping, not everyone knows where these popular materials come from and how they are made. How does granite get from deep within the earth’s core to your backyard… Read More
How to Waterproof Bricks
February 26th, 2016Unsealed brick absorbs water, which can significantly threaten the integrity of porous brick masonry and mortar over time. Sealing and waterproofing the brick exterior of a home is a must, as it improves the home’s value by extending the life… Read More
How to Remove Paint Streaks from Bricks
February 17th, 2016If the beautiful brick facade of your home is plagued by untidy-looking paint streaks, there is a definite solution. Follow these steps to keep your brickwork beautiful. Many consider options like sandblasting or acid treatment, and wonder if this is… Read More
Types of Surface Treatments for Antique Bricks
February 8th, 2016If you have antique brickwork, you may have noticed one of many different types of surface treatments that were popular at the time the brickwork was constructed. The surface of brickwork was often treated to lend uniqueness to the facade,… Read More
Tips for Tuckpointing Antique Brickwork
February 5th, 2016Tuckpointing is a way to remove old mortar between bricks and replace it with fresh new mortar. This is necessary if your brickwork is old and the mortar is crumbling. Adding new mortar can improve the structural integrity of old… Read More
Brick Veneer vs. Solid Brick
January 29th, 2016Brick veneer and solid brick structures use some of the same construction materials, but their installation techniques are different. Brick veneer is not, contrary to popular belief, composed of thin pieces of brick though it looks almost identical to a… Read More