February 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Manufactured Thin Brick Choosing manufactured stone thin bricks for your siding needs

Block Case Study Fremont Tactical Training Facility

Bricklayers’ Tools Manufacturers continue to invent and improve upon a host of fantastic tools for every situation.

Environmental Attributes of Bricks When it comes to durability and maintenance, a clay brick wall is hard to beat

Laths and Stone Regarding lath integrity, you may not get what you expect.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President’s Message Government Affairs New Products Best Practices Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News MCAA Upcoming Education

The Importance of Eye Protection in Masonry
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There are few stereotypes more iconic than the image of a construction worker wearing a hard hat and safety glasses. Protective glasses are among the most common items worn by workers in the masonry field, second only to the hard hat. According to OSHA, w

2026 Skills Challenge and Fastest Trowel on the Block Winners
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Holding History Together: The Art of Lateral Restraint in Masonry Restoration
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The first thing you notice about an old masonry building isn’t always its beauty. Sometimes it’s the bow in a wall or the way time and the elements have tugged at the mortar joints. Every century-old structure carries its story in cracks, tilts, bows, and

Stone Savvy: Helping Clients Choose Stone with Intent
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In today’s design environment, clients are surrounded by inspiration, endless images, samples, and styles that make choosing materials feel exciting and overwhelming all at once. Within that sea of options, stone carries weight. It defines first impressio