Masonry Magazine September 2008 Page. 8

Words: K.K. Snyder
Masonry Magazine September 2008 Page. 8

Masonry Magazine September 2008 Page. 8
contents

MASONRY

MASONRY
Rehabs and
Restorations
Volume 48. Number 9
September 2008

features

To cut, clean and refill a mortar joint with fresh mortar, known as tuckpointing is part of a standard maintenance package for brick and block buildings. Mason showcases the equipment used in this large, specialized industry.

On the cover is the Fluor Corporate Headquarters, located in Irving, Texas. This building was entered in the MCAAS 2007 International Excellence in Masonry Awards competition. The architect was Forum Studio, and the contractor was Clayco, Inc.

The world of masonry cleaners and sealants is rapidly changing and surprisingly technical. Learn more as Masonry explores this topic and school readers on the different types and uses for cleaners and sealants.

Mortar color should be used as a design tool to create a different look, depending upon the color shade selected. Learn how using colored mortar will dramatically change the overall appearance of a structure.

Nearly every material used in the construction of a building will one day have to be restored or rehabbed in some way. Readers can learn from the experiences of others who have participated in rehabs and restorations, encompassing a variety of materials.

columns & departments

# For The Record

# President's Message

# Government Affairs

# Making the Grade

# New Products

# Legal Issues

# Full Contact Project Management

# Classified Advertising

# News

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