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3 Reasons to Consider Marble

Monday, April 22nd, 2019

Here are a few things about marble to consider.

Often because of the steep price, many people shy away from using marble in their constructions projects. Although marble might not be your first choice, it comes with several benefits that help outweigh its costs. Here are a few things about marble to consider.

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How Moisture Can Damage Your Masonry

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Leaving excess water can lead to a number of problems.

Although masonry structures can hold up against natural weathering for years, even the most durable structures are not immune to water damage. Moisture accumulation is an issue that is as easily overlooked as it can be fixed. But leaving excess water, whether from heavy rains or leaky pipes, can lead to a number of problems.

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How to Prepare a Site for Demolition

Monday, April 8th, 2019

Below is a guideline of the steps you should take to prepare for demolition.

The process of tearing down all or part of a building can be difficult, time-consuming and dangerous. With so much on the line, it is crucial that you make all the right preparations so that everything goes smoothly. Below is a guideline of the steps you should take to prepare for demolition.

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A Masonry Contractor’s Tools of the Trade

Monday, April 1st, 2019

With the right tools, a masonry contractor knows how to set level, strong and beautiful masonry.

If you are getting masonry work done for the first time, or maybe you’ve considered tackling a small project yourself, you’ve probably wondered how the pros get it done. With the right tools, a masonry contractor knows how to set level, strong, and beautiful masonry. Below is a quick look at what’s in the average masonry toolkit.

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The Benefits of a Natural Stone Patio

Monday, March 25th, 2019

Whether your yard is a blank canvas of open grass or some of its walkway features need an update from the previous homeowner, your yard and home could benefit from a new patio. With so many options, choosing what’s right for your patio may seem like a difficult decision. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why natural stone could be the perfect fit for your patio.

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How to Take Care of Your Granite Countertops

Monday, March 18th, 2019

With these few simple tips you can keep your granite looking good as new.

Granite is a beautiful addition to any kitchen, but it may seem difficult to maintain. But you don’t have to worry. With these few simple tips you can keep your granite countertops looking good as new.

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Tips to Handle Lintel Deterioration

Monday, March 11th, 2019

The lintel is an important part of your masonry to keep inspected and well-maintained to ensure the structural integrity remains secure.

Brick has a reputation as one of the strongest and most durable building materials you can use. But this doesn’t mean that brick is immune to the wear and tear that any building structure will face over the years. It’s important to make sure that your brick is structurally sound to prevent warping or even collapsing. The lintel is an important part of your masonry to keep inspected and well-maintained to ensure the structural integrity remains secure. But many people may not know what a lintel is, much less how to keep their brick structures well-maintained. Luckily, we have you covered. Here are some helpful tips for handling lintel deterioration.

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How to Mix Mortar

Monday, March 4th, 2019

Proper mixing is one of the fundamental steps that, if not done carefully, can waste you a lot of time and money.

If you are preparing for any do-it-yourself masonry project, such as small brick repairs, then you already know the importance of quality mortar. But proper mixing is one of the fundamental steps that, if not done carefully, can waste you a lot of time and money.

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How to Get Oil Stains Out of Concrete

Monday, February 25th, 2019

 

Concrete can be notorious for picking up unsightly stains from oil drippings from cars.

Concrete is a cost-effective, environmentally-friendly, and durable material and a good choice for indoor and outdoor projects. But in places like driveways, concrete can be notorious for picking up unsightly stains from oil drippings from cars. Here are some tips that will help to take the frustration out of cleaning.

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What is Acid Washing?

Monday, February 18th, 2019

After any wet-set hardscaping installation, you need to give your project an acid wash remove any leftover residue and bring the stone to life.

You’ve completed your new hardscaping project and cleaned up most of the extra mortar, but there’s still a chalky residue keeping your new installation from looking the way you expected. It’s time for an acid wash to finish up your new feature. After any wet-set hardscape installation, you need to give your project a final clean to help remove any leftover residue and bring the stone to life.

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