When it comes to maintaining the durability of brick masonry wall systems, moisture control is perhaps the most crucial design consideration. Unwanted moisture can cause masonry to experience ...

All brick walls, old and new, are susceptible to deterioration. Exposure to harsh weather, poor construction, and lack of maintenance can all lead to the failure of brick structures. The key to ...

Each wall system brings specific characteristics to a project...Evaluating factors like structural demands, energy ...

In this video, we take on the challenge of replacing fragile grass walls with strong, handcrafted mud brick walls. Using a wooden mold, we shaped 100 bricks from a natural mud-and-water mix and dried ...

This guide has been produced to assist people in the selection of a masonry construction system to satisfy statutory requirements for acoustic performance, and to meet the specific objectives of ...

While performing a preplan survey or conducting crew familiarization in your district, it’s wise to take a second look at brick buildings, particularly downtown. You might be surprised at what you ...

Local contractor outlines how homeowner renovation trends and stricter building oversight are shaping masonry projects ...

The use of brick plays a very important role in the architectural history of the United Kingdom. Construction techniques that involve brick and stone have been in constant progress. In fact, brick ...