November 2014 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

November 2014 Volume 53, Number 11

FEATURES

MCAA Midyear Meeting The 2014 MCAA Midyear Meeting was heavily attended by a group eager to learn, network and enjoy Milwaukee. Natural Stone A beautiful Arizona residence showcases the natural bond of mortar, natural stone and the mason. Nebraska State Capitol With recent restoration projects at the Nebraska State Capitol, preservation staff tested masonry cleaning techniques. Handheld Tools Masonry reviews several handheld tools for the mason contractor. Green Building LEED v4 presents a significant shift in program approaches, with changes designed to push designers and builders into new realms of sustainability innovation. .		 alt

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs New Products MCAA TEAM Awards Association News Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News

Masonry in the Media: Fenway Park, Trim Castle, & More
February 2026

The settings of films influence the atmosphere of a scene and immerse the viewers in their movie-going experience. From Parisienne train stations to Boston baseball parks, these four masonry-made structures set the scene in the films they were featured in

Lily Burger
Masonry in the Media
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Outreach Outlook: Celebrating CTE Month and the Madness of Masonry
February 2026

As we settle into February, the masonry industry turns its focus to a celebration that lies at the very heart of our mission: National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. For the Outreach & Education Division, this isn't just a date on the calen

Robert Melgaard
Outreach Outlook
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Stop Juggling: The Best Way to Master Your Masonry Job Sites
January 2026

You’re in the business of building structures that will stand for generations. Yet, too often, the process of managing the job site feels built on quicksand. Every construction project manager knows the feeling: the constant, fra

Erin Koets
Technical Talks
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Laying It Straight: Line-Holding Accessories for Masons Who Demand Precision
January 2026

When it comes to laying brick, block, or stone, nothing replaces a good line. A tight, true mason’s line is the backbone of straight courses and clean elevations, and the hardware holding that line is every bit as critical. Bon Tool’s lineup of Line & Lin

Paul Bender
Technical Talks
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