Masonry Magazine March 2009 Page. 9

Words: Ryan Anderson, Damian Lang, Mike Gillum, Bruce Locke, Graeme Gilmour, Kevin Morris, Carlos Sr
Masonry Magazine March 2009 Page. 9

Masonry Magazine March 2009 Page. 9
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# BlockNet

When Mortar Net USA introduced BlockNet, World of Concrete acclaimed it the industry's "Most Innovative Masonry Product." BlockNet is a patented, easy-to-install system for preventing moisture-damage in single-wythe block walls. Since water has penetrated the wall, BlockNet's ingenious design captures moisture as it runs down the inside face of the block and channels it to the drainage-strips, then out through integrated drainage tabs, keeping walls attractive and structurally sound. Learn more about this simple, low-cost protection: MortarNet.com 800-664-6638

# Blok-Flash

Blok-Flash delivers the surest, most cost-effective control of moisture and mold-growth in exterior single-wythe CMU wall systems. It provides 10 times greater bond at the exterior bed-joint than a membrane through-wall system, with no water penetration, no by-pass, and rapid expulsion of moisture.

Blok-Flash is a tough, lightweight, embeddable flashing system, suitable for use at all flashing/weep vent locations, including base of wall, above door and window openings, above bond beams, in parapet walls, and wherever flashing is necessary. When moisture infiltrates the wall and flows down the vertical cores, Blok-Flash intercepts it and diverts it to the exterior, quickly and effectively. MortarNet.com 800-664-6638

# TOTALFLASH

Cavity walls are great energy-savers. But over time, nature's moisture invades those cavities. Trapped moisture can weaken the walls or spawn hazardous mold, often leading to costly remediation-even demolition. True value engineering calls for a system that drains walls faithfully & reliably far into the future. TOTALFLASH's long term value lies in its multiple moisture-control methods that are built right into each handy, 5-1/2-foot panel. Greater protection greater longevity. Its short-term value is that it can save you HALF the Time-&-Labor cost (or less) versus installing ordinary flashing-details! Even ONE mason can install it (Added savings: There's no tedious hand-cutting of flashing rolls. And It's "all-in-one," masons don't wait, day after day, for multiple deliveries). Better Drainage. Huge Time-&-Labor Savings. (Now You're Talking VALUE!)

NEW! TOTAL Flash™ Mortar Net USA's new TOTALFlash cuts time & labor by 50% or more, while delivering superior defenses against moisture or mold-growth. Every modern moisture-control method is pre-assembled onto handy, 5-1/2 ft. Panels of Flexible Flashing. Integrated Termination Bar. Integrated "No-Clog" Drainage Matte (a dovetail-cut layer of polyester mesh), Integrated Edge Dam, Integrated Weep Tabs, and Integrated Stainless Steel Drip-Edge. Coupling faster installation with better protection, TOTAL Flash offers vital benefits to everyone-masons, architects, builders, owners, and occupants.

TOTALFLASH™ CAVITY-WALL DRAINAGE SYSTEM by Mortar Net USA, Ltd. 800-664-6638 MortarNet.com Sweets ARCAT

# Mortar Net

Commercial or residential masons who use the reknowned Mortar Net Drainage System can focus on what they do best-laying brick-instead of worrying about subsequent moisture-damage caused by the "damming" effect of mortar droppings in wall cavities. Callbacks are virtually eliminated, thanks to the patented dovetail shape of this tough, 90% open-mesh, polyester mortar-catcher. Easily installed without fasteners, adhesives, or special tools, Mortar Net delivers low-cost peace of mind.
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