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A masonry fence can boost privacy and curb appeal, but there's more to it than looks. Know what to expect before you install ...
We drilled two holes, in a concrete block, one with each hammer drill, using the same type of 3/16-inch masonry bit to demonstrate how they both perform.
Q: I’ve been researching foundation types for both new homes and room additions.I’ve narrowed it down to either poured concrete or concrete block. Many websites say poured concrete is better ...
Fastening to concrete looks difficult, but with the proper tools and techniques, it’s a snap. Here’s how to use concrete screws for your home projects.
Tino is the Technical Director of the Central Region for the Concrete Masonry Checkoff’s Block Design Collective. In his role, he leads a team of design experts dedicated to supporting ...
No matter which trade you're in, eventually you're going to tackle a project that requires fastening to bricks, blocks or solid concrete. There are dozens of specialty masonry fasteners on the ...
Concrete has a giant carbon footprint yet concrete blocks are a ubiquitous building material used around the world. Watershed Materials has produced a new, beautiful and sustainable masonry block ...
LOS ANGELES and BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blair Block has begun commercial production of the world’s first ultra-low carbon concrete blocks at its concrete masonry ...