July 2011 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

July 2011 Volume 50, Number 7

FEATURES

Moisture Management The importance of moisture management in below-grade construction

Mortars, Mixtures and Staining A case study in Vail, Colo., focuses on the use of Type S mortar and core-fill grout. Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance with Concrete Masonry Walls Thermal mass is the energy saver in masonry buildings Power Tools A look at some of the latest and greatest power tools that can make the job of the mason contractor easier and more efficient		 0711-cover

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs New Products Full Contact Project Management Business Building Legal Affairs Classified Advertising News

Four Home Design Trends Driving Masonry Demand in 2026
July 2026

As design trends continue to evolve, one theme remains consistent throughout 2026: homeowners want spaces that feel intentional, comfortable and enduring. According to Westlake Royal Building Products’ TrendLine platform, today's most influential trends e

Sarah Lograsso
MAP Partner
Sponsored
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The Modern Masonry Saw: Safety, Efficiency, and Smarter Cutting
July 2026

Masonry is a craft built on precision, strength, and durability. At the heart of every successful masonry project is one essential tool: the masonry saw. As technology evolves, so does the role of the saw on the jobsite. Today’s contractors are not just l

Bryant Figueroa
Technical Talks
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Getting the Finish Right on Burnished CMU
July 2026

The wall is complete. The lines are crisp. The coursing is tight, and the burnished CMU delivers exactly the refined appearance the design team envisioned. After weeks of coordination and careful installation, the project is final

Technical Talks
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Argo Community High School Performing Arts Center
July 2026

Argo Community High School is located in Summit, Illinois, just southwest of Chicago’s Midway Airport. In 2016, the Argo Community High School Board of Education and the school’s administration undertook the construction of a new performing

John Cicciarelli
Case Study
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