Thinking your house needs a brick makeover? Maybe it’s the dated fireplace that takes you back to a time that you no longer want your house to represent. You can revitalize your old brick with a little bit of know-how, time, and effort. Do you have to replace your old brick with new ones? Your…
Do you deeply admire the classic look of older homes? Have a preference for stone sidings on the exterior of your home? You definitely have a fine taste! Such aesthetic choices give your home a luxurious appeal. Moreover, any lover of classic architecture would love to inspire others through a great appreciation of famous and…
Construction has existed in some capacity for almost as long as people have existed. After all, people have always needed somewhere to live. The concept of construction has always been around, but the methods and materials used have evolved significantly through the decades. Each construction method serves a specific purpose and the type of construction…
Amidst various contemporary styles of building homes, no other material seems to connect more to nature than the stone veneer. If you’re going for earthy, cool tones that also have a modern touch to them, stone veneers are an excellent choice. Stone veneers are getting trendier, and even more outstanding is the Natural Stone Veneer. …
Yes, pavers do more than enhance your home. They increase the overall value and ROI, and their functionality and versatility make them incredible additions to every home. If you have been sitting with a dull backyard, garage space, or plain drab corners in your home, pavers are the way to add tremendous appeal. Let’s take…
Planning a new patio is a creative and exciting process. And it does not matter whether you are building a new patio or renovating an existing area, natural custom stones are durable, and you can expect them not to fade over a long time. There are several custom stones you can pick from, and each…
Masonry Construction is the art of using materials such as brick, stone, and concrete to build outdoor stairs, patios, walkways, walls, fireplaces, etc. Over time, it’s inevitable that these materials will start to wear and show signs of damage. When your masonry begins to show signs of damage, it’s important to contact a professional masonry…
While constructing your home, opting for thin brick veneer installation rather than solid brick for the walls is highly beneficial for your home. You won’t find any voids for additional insulation during construction. That is why a solid wall will be 12 inches, but the R-value would be very low. One solid brick has about 0.80 of…
It’s common for a layman to use the terms’ repointing’ and ‘tuck-pointing’ interchangeably. However, both these terms are different from one another and mean different things. Many homeowners are confused about this mix-up in the masonry industry. For starters, repointing and tuck-pointing are important while installing new mortar joints on the bricks’ structure. Nonetheless, both…
The process of ‘settlement’ is often the root cause behind masonry-based issues. This refers to a structure’s parts undergoing disruption or distortion because of unequal pressure and compression at the foundation. For proper alignment, a building requires equal pressure from the soil (the earth) surrounding it. This is common in colder climates because of the…