Masonry Magazine April 2010 Page. 8

Words: S.H. Getz
Masonry Magazine April 2010 Page. 8

Masonry Magazine April 2010 Page. 8
MASONRY
April 2010 | Vol. 49, No. 04

on the cover

features
18 Scaffolding: Staying Afloat in 2010

Modern scaffolding gives a powerful competitive advantage.

22 An Evolution in Air Barriers

Developing technology in modern construction paves the way for the use of fluid-applied air barriers.

26 Rehabs and Restorations

Learn from the experiences of others through case studies outlining rehab and restoration work.

Shown on the cover is one of six winning entries in the Potomac Valley Brick "Brick-Stainable" design competition, which had a total of 95 entrants. This project was completed by Héctor Alejandro Módica de Caso, Lourdes Ivonne Del Rio Suárez, both of Mexico, for the Whole Building Design category.

Photo courtesy of Potomac Valley Brick

columns & departments
8
For The Record
10
President's Message
12 Government Affairs
14 Making the Grade
30 Full Contact PM
31 Classified Advertising

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