Masonry Design Magazine

Marvelous Masonry: Tianjin Zhongshuge Library

Words: Cass Stern

It is not unusual today for masonry to be treated as a surface decision rather than a structural one. Too often, brick enters a project late in the process, trimmed back by budgets or reduced to a veneer once the “real” building work is finished. The Tian

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Features

The Evolution of Brick Staining: From Color Complaints to Industry Essential
Words: Don Foster

Over thirty years ago, much of the conversation around brick staining centered on color complaints. In the early days, nearly all of our work stemmed from those situations, projects where something had gone wrong, and staining was brought in as a correcti

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In recent discussions across the masonry industry, I have heard termination bars described as “old school.” The implication is that with modern materials, primerless peel-and-stick flashings, advanced sealants, and structural insulated sheathing, mechanic
Why Termination Bars Still Matter: A Practical Look at Long‑Term Flashing Performance
Today’s homeowners are taking a proactive approach to planning and design. Before reaching out to a contractor, many clients spend hours researching products, comparing materials, and building inspiration boards online. By the time they request a quote,
Turning Visualization into Opportunity: How Digital Design Tools Are Supporting Today’s Masonry Contractors

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