Articles

The following is a list of articles we hope you will find useful:

How To Care For Brick Masonry

Did you know that you need to care for brick masonry in your home by using tuckpointing as one of the ways to seal mortar? Many people who have a home that is comprised of mostly brick masonry feel as though they do not have to do anything with regard to the brickwork as it is considered to be maintenance free. Read more...

 

Masonry Schools - Programs and Courses

Masonry industry workers construct buildings and surfaces that are made out of stone materials. Students are able to learn how to be a productive part of this industry by completing one of several educational options. Masonry schools offer programs and courses that train students to become masons. Read more...

 

The Importance of Masonry Drill Bits

If you are not familiar with masonry drill bits, then you may not know exactly what they are or what purpose they serve. However, they have proven to be an essential tool for anyone who works with any type of masonry, even on a casual basis. Read more...

 

How To Choose The Right Masonry Saw For Your Masonry Work?

Masonry work is a skilled profession where mistakes can be easily identified. In order to make professional clean cuts in masonry, you may require a good saw designed specifically for cutting stone, concrete, brick, ceramic tile or any type of stone. The type of saw you pick for your masonry work depends on certain factors. Read more...

 

Beautiful Heaters: Masonry Fireplaces

Masonry fireplaces offer good solutions to many of the problems associated with wood burning. They provide clean combustion at a high temperature, good efficiency, a high degree of safety, and little or no pollution. Masonry fireplaces were designed to burn much hotter than a standard wood stove. Read more...

 

Make The Summer One Of The Best Using A Masonry Barbecue!

A barbecue is something that will appeal to many! The moment summer arrives every year, people pull out their barbecues from the garage, shops start stocking disposable barbecues and people start organizing barbecues. Read more...

 

Concrete Masonry Unit Applications

Concrete masonry units are in great demand because of the durability, structural advantages, economics, energy efficiency, minimal maintenance and fire-resistance that they provide. Brick, marble, concrete block and limestone are the common materials used in masonry construction. Masonry contractors use this kind of material for constructing steps, walkways, durable brick patios, walls and masonry structures. Read more...

 

 

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