The popularity of continuous insulation is now affecting CMU walls. Adding a layer of rigid foam over masonry and the cement plaster is NOT recommended. There is a perfect system designed for this and it is called exterior insulation finish systems. Ironically, in Europe, they are putting mineral wool into the cavity of red clay blocks so they can use adhered masonry veneer and keep the CI.
For nearly 75 years, the MCAA has served as a focal point for the $33 billion masonry industry by connecting and empowering business decision-makers around the country. As the association expands upon existing efforts, it will also develop new offerings to cement the MCAA’s place for the next seven decades and beyond.
The Manassas Supply Center in Virginia is a carefully designed modern space, providing trade professionals and homeowners all the materials and tools needed for successful projects while also fostering collaboration and education among architects and designers through engaging events.
ICPI-NCMA announced on February 22 during their Annual Meeting in Columbus, Ohio, that they will now operate as one entity after co-founding the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association.
The Waterproofing Company, the nation’s oldest waterproofing contractor, announced its acquisition of Phoenix Bay State Construction Company, Inc. in Boston.
The contest’s total payday is valued at over $125,000, with its freshly named champion winning a new FORD F-250 4×4 Super Duty truck coupled with $15,000 in cash and prizes.
Dryvit's Tibur Stone acrylic finish brings the beauty of nature to your building façade with natural earth tones and ruggedness, backed by low dirt pick-up, durability, and continuous insulation with Outsulation systems.
Driwall LathNet is a metal lath and drainage plane system for adhered masonry veneer that provides a continuous drainage plane between the lath and weather-resistant barrier.