Masonry Magazine November 2010 Page. 26
Oldcastle Green Block is produced with 20% post consumer recycled glass aggregate, which is equivalent to eight glass bottles.
Green Building: The Changing Face of Masonry
MASONRY GOES BACK TO THE BEGINNING OF TIME, even before the astounding pyramids of Egypt. As professionals seek to emulate the natural beauty and durability of Mother Nature's masonry wonders, such as the rock formations of Monument Valley in Utah and Arizona, we are continuously reminded of and awed by the benefits that masonry offers to commercial and residential applications. And, while beauty and durability have been the traditional appeal, the modern era has shown us a new face to masonry, and it's green.
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