BIA posts videos on brick masonry techniques Words: Tricia MauerBuilders across the country can now access the industry’s most authoritative videos on brick masonry techniques through the Brick Industry Association’s (BIA) YouTube channel. Featuring demonstrations by master mason Bryan Light, “Brick Masonry Techniques for Builders” can help residential and commercial builders speed up job completion, maximize work quality, reduce call-backs and increase profitability. “Bryan’s 40 years of experience in comprehensive masonry techniques offers builders a valuable resource to maximize the unmatched benefits of fired clay brick and their businesses,” said Gregg Borchelt, BIA's president and CEO. Developed and produced by BIA Southeast Region, the video’s chapters include: Site Conditions & Storage Mortar: Type “N” or Type “S” Hot/Cold Weather Masonry Blending Lengths & Colors Wall Ties Flashing at the Base & Weep Holes Mortar Netting Devices House Wrap Flashing the Corner at the Base Flashing the Window Head & Sill Flashing Bay Windows Full Head Joints Tooling Mortar Joints Support of Brick Work at Wall Base Window Sill Slope Support of Brick over Garage Doors Chimney Chase Cleaning Brick Work Product Availability & Lead Time Light’s extensive residential and commercial project experience includes 15 years in high-end custom homes. He serves on numerous state construction-educational foundations, is director of Skills USA and a frequent guest on HGTV.